Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog
AUGUST 13, 2012
Are there characteristics that cut across all great organizations? Our research* into organizations that sustained high levels of productivity, profitability and employee satisfaction over time, revealed six common traits. In many ordinary organizations, the systems and structures often derail people. Perpetual learning.
Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog
APRIL 22, 2012
Vision, strategy, and goals are important …but they are not enough. 1. Get Organized. Before you begin down the path of execution, spend some time getting yourself organized by creating processes and checklists to help you stay on track. I use software called Goal Enforcer. Guest post by Todd Nielsen. .
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Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog
FEBRUARY 19, 2012
The effectiveness of the strategies and goals you set will be tested by how well they move you toward your vision, and often requires adjustment. And the values are fundamentally connected with the organization’s purpose. It should show what is unique about the organization and what differentiates it. The vision is the target.
Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog
JUNE 24, 2013
In thinking about what could help to turn around the system in Washington, I have been struck by the realization that there is a major missing ingredient in Washington that is present in great organizations: a compelling vision. An organization without a clear vision or goals is like a river without banks—it stagnates and goes nowhere.
Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
Do you want to know if an organization has a real vision? are people collaborating toward a common goal? Take a look at what’s happening – what is being accomplished? how is it being accomplished? how do they feel about each other, the leaders and the company? What you see will tell you a lot more than any published words.
Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog
MARCH 18, 2013
Cooperation is important in networks where individuals exchange relevant information and resources in support of each other’s goals, rather than a shared goal. However in an interdependent organization, collaboration is the bedrock of creative solutions and innovation. It is about teamwork in implementation.
Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog
JULY 22, 2013
By using vision as an excuse from driving a change vision that does not benefit the individuals in the organization – We have given her a job that is beneath her dignity …. Vision makes work meaningful and helps us see our commonalities and trust we share the same goals and values.
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