Proficient Strategy Execution Requires Executive Managers to

question 3

Multiple Choice

Proficient strategy execution requires executive managers to

• A)be current with events and closely monitor progress,put constructive pressure on the organization to achieve operating excellence,and initiate corrective action when necessary to improve performance and achieve the desired results.
• B)understand all the tasks required to implement the strategy so as to ensure staff will not shortchange any strategic-critical activity.
• C)attach great importance to gathering statistics that define every task effort and ensure limited variability.
• D)initiate a problem-solving search to ensure obstacles to success are identified.
• E)take a wait-and-see attitude toward monitoring progress,relaxing the pressure on the organization to achieve operating excellence,and staying the course when performance and results are below or above expectations.

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Definitions:

Low-Trust Environment

A situation or setting where individuals have little confidence in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of each other or the organization.

Counterproductive Behaviors

Actions by employees that go against the goals and objectives of their employer, often negatively impacting organizational health and morale.

Conflict Management Strategy

Methods and techniques applied to address and resolve disputes effectively among parties involved.

Accommodation Conflict Management

A conflict resolution strategy where one party gives in to the wishes or demands of another to maintain harmony and avoid confrontation.