11/14/2024
Been thinking a lot about culture and strategy lately. You know how everyone talks about these as separate things? Well, here’s the truth: they’re completely intertwined, and one won’t work without the other.
Here’s what I’ve learned from the trenches of organizational leadership: your strategy is only as good as the culture that carrier it. The best-laid plans can face-plant if your culture isn’t ready to catch them.
Want to make this work? Start with the ‘why.’
When your team gets the reasoning behind your decisions (not just the what and how), magic happens. Trust me, I’ve seen rooms light up when people understand their part in the bigger picture.
Here’s a radical thought – what if we let our people shape the strategy? I know, wild right? But some of our best strategic insights have come from throwing open the doors to our planning sessions. Turns out, great ideas don’t just live in the C-suite.
The secret sauce? Consistency. Your cultural values need to show up everywhere – from who you hire to how you promote. It’s like making sure your GPS and your steering wheel are working together. Otherwise, you’re just going in circles. And remember – this isn’t a “set it and forget it” deal. Keep your finger on the pulse, adjust when needed, and for heaven’s sake, listen to your people.
The real sweet spot? It’s where culture and strategy align perfectly. That’s where organizations don’t just perform – they soar.
