There are two aspects to ensuring effective process:
Ensuring the dynamics of interpersonal and group behaviour is as productive as possible and
Ensuring the time and resources allocated to the task are appropraite to the desired output
With regard to the former, no matter how cohesive, collaborative and talented the members of a management team may be, individual and group dynamics play a role in;
What will be discussed, disclosed or considered
How things are heard, said and felt
What judgements will be made
What will get done and what will be avoided
Some difference between what is said, thought and ultimately, done
This is true of any group of individuals working together and management teams developing strategy are no different. T|M|G, in its role as facilitator, has invested in developing the skills and techniques to help executives and executive groups through the challenges that often arrive when strategy is being developed. The challenges are likely to arise in many ways, a few common examples of which are:
Assumptions - often unknowingly held but difficult for members in the group to challenge, unlocking assumptions is often easier for a facilitator
Attachment - often strongly felt, to existing structures, strategies or systems influencing how information is interpreted or change is considered. A skilled facilitator can raise questions from a very neutral, non threatening position.
Difference - in experiences and / or expectations creating difficulty in getting people onto the same page. A trained facilitator will use the difference to advance relationships and group collaboration.
Misunderstanding - leading colleagues to diverge without it being noticed early enough to resolve, but more easily spotted and brought into focus by a facilitator.
Rivalry - either personal or political, requiring a neutral container (facilitator) through which to resolve and progress
Great strategy development relies on having the fullest and most complete participation possible. Mobilising that quality of input requires not only a skilled strategist, but also, a skilled facilitator. That is what TMG offers.
The appropriate time frame and resource allocation is different for every client. T|M|G will establish with you what is required right from the outset. Byway of example;
It may be that what is appropriate for you now is more akin to a "strategy review" in which the existing core strategy is not expected to change but refinements may be needed.
It may be that the time has come for a more complete overhaul in the face of significantly changed market and internal dynamics
It may also be that it is not yet clear how comprehensive the strategy development required until some early diagnostics are done
Whatever your need, T|M|G is able to customise and advise on what is appropriate based on extensive experience across many industries and in many different circumstances.
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