“Take my assets, but leave my organization and in five years I’ll have it all back.”
– Alfred P. Sloan (1875-1966), former CEO of General Motors
Sometimes, you’re not sure.
That’s a pretty good time to stay the course.
Staying the course is a pretty good plan if you believe your strategy has good under pinnings — good “bones” as they say in the remodeling trade. And, if you believe you have the right people in the right place, then there’s muscle on those bones.
When a difference maker surrounds her or himself with people dedicated to making a difference, too, and when those people are placed in a structure — an organization that makes success the most likely outcome — well, that’s the kind of synergy that not even Dilbert could make fun of.
Solid talent in a structure that maximizes same. Clear standards. Tough love. Repeat that with emphasis: Tough love. Clear expectations and a commitment to support them relentlessly.
If it’s the right team — you’ll want to hold on to them. And you should.
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