In its most fundamental sense, execution is a systematic way of exposing reality and acting on it. Most companies don't face reality very well. ... Realism is the heart of execution, but many organizations are full of people who are trying to avoid or shade reality. Why? It makes life uncomfortable.

In its most fundamental sense, execution is a systematic way of exposing reality and acting on it. Most companies don't face reality very well. ... Realism is the heart of execution, but many organizations are full of people who are trying to avoid or shade reality. Why? It makes life uncomfortable.

At the end of the day you bet on people, not on strategies.

Complexity has nothing to do with intelligence, simplicity does.

Execution is the ability to mesh strategy with reality, align people with goals, and achieve the promised results.

How people talk to each other absolutely determines how well the organization will function.

Execution is a systematic process of rigorously discussing hows and whats, tenaciously following through, and ensuring accountability.