Ability Quote by Jeffrey Pfeffer
“Doing the right thing is important, which is where strategy comes in. But doing that thing well—execution—is what sets companies apart. After all, every football play is designed to go for a huge gain. The reason it doesn’t is because of execution—people drop balls, miss blocks, go to the wrong place, and so forth. So, success depends on execution—on the ability to get things done.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Power: Why Some People Have It and Others Don't, Jeffrey Pfeffer, 2010
Success hinges more on flawless execution than on strategic planning alone; execution turns strategy into results.
In simple terms: Execution matters more than strategy.
Key Takeaway
Focus on flawless execution.
Themes
strategy
execution
leadership
performance
Mood
determined
pragmatic
Type
business
motivational
When to use this quote
- project management
- product launch
- team coordination
- sports coaching
- military operations
Key Concepts
Organizational behavior
process management
operational excellence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you improve execution under pressure?
- What safeguards prevent execution failures?
A Different Perspective
Execution can be hampered by unforeseen constraints and resource limits.
