1. Build clusters of excellence. Single companies have a tough time in isolation!
2. Provide meaningful ownership incentives to all employees. Share the big picture with every employee, often. Establish, communicate frequently and live a concise, coherent set of Corporate Values—”walk the talk.”
3. Embrace change as a constant. Know how to evolve your company and its strategy in response to outside competitive forces. Stagnation around outdated concepts and “staying the course” can be your enemies.
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Author: William Rastetter