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Strategy Execution: Getting It Done

As the leader of a strategic initiative, you must be the architect, master planner, champion, taskmaster and motivator. Are you ready to rise to the challenge? The ability to execute strategy is one of the most essential competencies for tomorrow’s senior executives. In this practical, hands-on 3-day seminar, you’ll gain a proven, step-by-step framework for driving strategic initiatives from concept to completion. Bring your real-world challenges and initiatives to the table—and develop the skills and insights that often pave the way to the executive suite.

Seminar Number: 02209

5
(84 reviews)
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About This Course

Strong strategy means little if teams cannot translate it into action. This strategy execution training focuses on the practical work of execution — clarifying goals, aligning resources and strengthening accountability across teams. Participants learn how to close the gap between planning and implementation so strategy becomes something teams can consistently deliver, not just discuss.

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Who Should Attend

Experienced leaders who need to successfully execute their part of larger scope, mission-critical strategic initiatives.

  •   Live Online3 Day(s)
    18 CAE, 1.8 CEU, 18 CLP, 21 CPE, 18 PDU, 18 PMU
 
 

As the leader of a strategic initiative, you must be the architect, master planner, champion, taskmaster and motivator. Are you ready to rise to the challenge?

The ability to execute strategy is one of the most essential competencies for tomorrow’s senior executives. In this practical, hands-on 3-day seminar, you’ll gain a proven, step-by-step framework for driving strategic initiatives from concept to completion. Bring your real-world challenges and initiatives to the table—and develop the skills and insights that often pave the way to the executive suite.

  • Apply basic elements of strategy execution to your own strategic initiative
  • Recognize factors affecting your ability to execute your organization’s strategy
  • Break large, long-term strategic initiatives into smaller, achievable projects
  • Map your own strategic goals against the vital points of success, failure and resistance
  • Utilize skills that can gain and sustain support across organizational boundaries
  • Identify ways to better align your strategy with departmental and organizational goals
  • Using Mind Mapping to define and refine a strategic initiative
  • Designing a strategic execution goal for a successful outcome and preparing for results
  • Planning and leading an energizing launch for a strategic initiative-focused project
  • Using plans, schedules, budgets and controls to track the progress of your strategic initiative 
  • Overcoming opposition and unforeseen obstacles using political skills and creative problem solving

Learning Objectives

  • Define Strategy Execution and the Critical Elements Necessary for Success
  • Develop a Strategy Execution Goal and Plan
  • Launch the Strategic Initiative, and Drive the Plan Through a Supportive Infrastructure
  • Keep the Strategic Initiative on Track to Achieve Results That Can Be Replicated and Celebrated

Strategy Execution—What and Why

  • Explain What Strategy Execution Is and Why It Is Critical to Your Success on the Job
  • Use Mind Mapping to Define/Refine a Strategic Initiative
  • Develop a Fast Forward Project to Further a Strategic Initiative

Prepare for Results

  • Describe Why Taking Responsibility for Strategy Execution Is a Critical Part of Your Job
  • Define and Document a Strategic Initiative Charter, and Design Elements of a Strategic Initiative
  • Diagnose the Best Approach for Connecting with Key Stakeholders to Gain Input on and Support for Your Strategic Initiative
  • Identify Any Necessary Adjustments to a Proposed Strategy
  • Complete a Map of the Key Players Involved in a Strategic Initiative

Create Supporting Infrastructure

  • Plan and Lead an Energizing Launch for a Fast Forward Project
  • Use Plans, Schedules, Budgets, and Controls to Track the Progress of Your Fast Forward Project
  • Articulate Expectations and Accountability

Adjust When Things Arise

  • Use Political Skills to Win Over Constituents and Overcome Opposition to a Strategic Initiative or Fast Forward Project
  • Use Creative Problem Solving to Overcome Unforeseen Risks, Delays, and Obstacles to Executing a Strategic Initiative or Fast Forward Project

Celebrate Success and Capture Learning

  • Manage the Intense Push to Get the Final Result During a Fast Forward Project
  • Complete a Post-Execution Analysis of a Strategic Initiative, and Apply That Learning to the Next Project
  • Recognize the Importance of Celebrating the End of a Project

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View a Sample of Our Reviews

5

84 reviews

 
The material was very good and the instructor was engaging and kept things moving.
5
Timothy T.
 
SR VIce President
 
Industry: Insurance
I thought the material presented was very relevant to my current position and duties. The techniques and tools presented in the class helped to reinforce the approach I have used past as well as open my eyes to some alternative or parallel approaches to strategy execution.
5
Shaun L.
 
General Manager
 
Industry: Manufacturing
Excellent facilitator and group dynamics! Learned several new tools I will certainly put in my toolkit to implement back at my agency
5
Randall D.
 
Lead Mgmt Analyst
 
Industry: Government
Very well organized. Course leader prepares and knowledgeable and did an excellent job of instilling important principle s by keeping us focused and ensuring we understood important concepts
5
Doug M.
 
Deputy Regional Admnistrator
 
Industry: Government
Outstanding instructor who made the virtual environment the best for all!
5
Michael J.
 
Management Analysis
 
Industry: Government

This course is valid for 18 PMUs.

As a CAE Approved Provider educational program related to the CAE exam content outline, this program may be applied for 18 credits toward your CAE application or renewal professional development requirements.

Talent Triangle PDUs
18 Business Acumen [BA]
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American Management Association is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and is accredited to issue the IACET CEU.

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Recommended CPE Credit: 21 hours/Advanced
Prerequisites: Familiarity with fundamentals of Strategic Planning (see seminar #2565).
Advance Preparation: Online pre- and post-seminar assessments
Delivery Method: Group Live/Group Internet Based
Field of Study: Non-Technical – Business Management & Organization

Live Online Schedule

3 Sessions Available

Frequently Asked Questions

Our organization has strong strategic plans but struggles to execute them. Can this strategy execution training help?

Yes. Many organizations develop solid strategies but face challenges when it comes to implementation. This strategy execution training helps leaders translate strategic goals into clear actions, align teams around priorities and ensure initiatives move from planning to results. Participants learn practical techniques for turning strategy execution into a consistent and measurable process.

What is strategy execution and why is it important for organizations?

Strategy execution is the process of turning strategic plans into operational actions that achieve business goals. Even the best strategies fail without strong execution. Effective strategy execution ensures teams understand priorities, resources are aligned and leaders monitor progress to deliver results.

What will I learn in this strategy execution course?

This program focuses on the leadership practices required for successful strategy execution, including aligning teams with strategic goals, managing cross-functional initiatives and maintaining accountability for results. Participants learn tools that help organizations move from strategy development to strategy implementation.

How can leaders improve strategy execution across their teams?

Leaders strengthen strategy execution by clearly communicating priorities, aligning teams around shared objectives and tracking progress against strategic goals. This course teaches leaders how to guide teams through complex initiatives while maintaining focus on measurable outcomes.

Is this strategy execution training designed for senior leaders?

Yes. This strategy execution course is designed for experienced leaders responsible for delivering mission-critical strategic initiatives. It is especially valuable for leaders who must execute their portion of larger organizational strategies while coordinating across teams and departments.

Who should attend this strategy execution course?

This program is ideal for experienced leaders responsible for implementing key strategic initiatives. Executives, senior managers and leaders tasked with delivering results from strategic plans will benefit most from this strategy execution training.
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