2. De-risking your plans

Are optimists right more often than pessimists? No (so the joke goes), they just live happier lives. Probably true. But, as a leader, you need both frames of mind. Thinking positively about markets, opportunities and so on. And, showing this face to your people and the world. However, to be truly realistic (and effective) in making plans, you also need to think about what could go wrong. The odds the market will collapse. The likelihood the government will change license conditions? The possibility a client may go bust?

You need to invest in the exciting options ahead and yet test and temper these in terms of your available resources, the potential strain on individuals and groups and the possibility of unexpected events outside your control. As in so much of your work as a leader, the key is finding the right balance - and trying to maximise your leverage over the world around you. That’s what this Pack is about.

23 pages for $17.00

What you will learn to do

• Develop options, plans and action lists
• Recognise internal limits and breakage points
• Prepare for external shocks
• Monitor and shape change in your business environment
• And, much more

Core message: be prepared.

Who is this for?

This Action Pack is relevant for almost any leader - whether you’re senior or junior, line or staff. We all have to write business, project and other plans. And, every future endeavour involves risks. Analysing and abating these is a prime responsibility for each of us - not just for the Chief Risk Officer.

What is included?

As with each of our nine thematic Packs, this one contains a total of seven articles. Four address specific aspects of DE-RISKING YOUR PLANS - with action suggestions, check-up questions, etc. Three shorter ones provide more general background and checklists. Above all, there’s a format for the creation of your own action plan.

Guarantee of value-add – or your money back

I believe passionately in the power of leadership. My Packs encapsulate 40 years of line and consulting experience that have convinced me it's the key differentiator between mediocre and outstanding business performance.

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23 pages for $17.00