EXECUTIVE TEAM EFFECTIVENESS IS THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM. If you could change one team's interactions to maximize impact, which would it be? The Executive Team holds the power to enhance or undermine every other team in the company, yet they often don’t see themselves as a cohesive unit. In fact, executive teams frequently rank as the least effective group, precisely where top performance is needed. This guide addresses the Why, How, and What of effective executive teams, offering insights into their dynamics. It provides a diagnosis of your current standing and actionable steps to enhance your influence and leadership position. You'll find tips to counteract structural issues that hinder effectiveness, along with a step-by-step process to elevate leadership performance through the 6P’s of Executive Teams®. Implementing this framework can significantly improve your company's financial outcomes, innovation, and employee engagement KPIs. The need for a Chief Executive Team is critical; business as usual can drain resources, stifle ideas, and foster a detrimental performance culture. The conventional CEO role often misrepresents success, as being a know-it-all or do-it-all is counterproductive. It’s time for a leadership transformation—begin yours now.
