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Executive: Hans Lagerweij is a results-driven executive, board member, and founder and CEO of strategic consultancy firm Flying Dutchman Consultancy. He has also served as an (interim) CEO and CCO and is the author of the upcoming book The Why Whisperer: How to Motivate and Align Teams That Get Your Strategy Done, which equips leaders with tools to align their workforce and drive growth strategy execution.
Challenge: Ensuring employees at all levels understand, engage with, and execute the company’s strategic plan while balancing consistency with the adaptability required in fast-moving, PE-backed environments.
Solution: Aligning employees with the company’s strategic plan requires clear communication, structured reinforcement, and engagement strategies that make execution meaningful. By breaking down strategy into tangible objectives, fostering two-way communication, and creating a culture of continuous improvement, leaders can drive alignment and results — even in fast-moving, PE-backed environments.
Why All Employees Need to Understand Your Strategic Plan
Strategic planning is essential in any business, but execution is where real value is created. To achieve this, high-level strategies must translate into tangible actions at every level of the organization. When employees are aligned with and involved in the company’s strategic direction, goals are met faster and more effectively.
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