What is more important in an organisation? Is it the strategy put in place by the executives, or the people that execute that strategy? It’s a topic that could be debated back and forth for hours. For those who haven’t read my previous posts, I really consider that any business is all about people. Without people, there is no business.
That doesn’t mean I think it’s more important than strategy. In fact, I think they’re both essential. You might have the brightest team in the world, but if you haven’t any idea where you’re heading, you’ve got nothing. Conversely, all the direction in the world won’t help you if your team isn’t up to the journey.
Your organisation needs to work both angles. Develop a sound, effective strategy, and select the best and brightest people to execute it. Seek them out, develop them, and reward them for their achievements.
This is so true, not only for companies, but for individuals and not just in business, but in life!
Great article.