Chapter 8Execution and getting things done

DOI: 10.1201/9781003314707-10

Complexity is the enemy of execution.

Tony Robbins

WHY EXECUTION MATTERS

They say that action speaks louder than words, and this is especially true in the business world. Ideas are worthless unless they are put into action. Execution is the process of turning a plan or an idea into a reality. It involves putting people, process, and technology together and making sure that everything works together smoothly. Even when businesses have a great plan, many fail because they are unable to execute on that plan.

You can’t do everything yourself and you shouldn’t try to. Delegation is critical for good execution. Delegation doesn’t mean abdicating responsibility; it means ...

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