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4 Disciplines of Execution : Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals by Jim Huling, Sean Covey and Chris McChesney (2012, Hardcover)
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This powerful book, titled The 4 Disciplines of Execution, is a must-read for anyone who wants to achieve their goals. Written by Jim Huling, Chris Mcchesney, and SEAN Covey and published by Free Press in 2012, this hardcover book is in English, with 352 pages. With a focus on self-help, psychology, business, and economics, this book is perfect for those interested in leadership, motivational, general, management, and personal growth/success topics. The book measures 9 inches in length, 6 inches in width, and 1 inch in height, weighing 18 ounces. It is an excellent addition to any book lover's collection.
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PublisherFree Press
ISBN-10145162705X
ISBN-139781451627053
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Book Title4 Disciplines of Execution : Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals
Number of Pages352 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicLeadership, Motivational, General, Management, Personal Growth / Success
Publication Year2012
IllustratorYes
GenreSelf-Help, Psychology, Business & Economics
AuthorJim Huling, Sean Covey, Chris Mcchesney
FormatHardcover
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Item Weight18 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
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Reviews"Customers are loyal to a brand when they can trust it to deliver a consistently outstanding experience. This requires the commitment of everyone up and down the organization to innovate new ways to economically delight customers, so they become promoters. The 4 Disciplines of Execution offers a proven process for engaging the hearts and minds of every employee toward this vital goal. I highly recommend this book to any leader committed to making customer loyalty a mission-critical goal." -Fred Reichheld, Bain Fellow, Inventor of the Net Promoter® System and author of: The Ultimate Question 2.0, eoeMany of the foundational values of Marriott are embodied within The 4 Disciplines of Execution. By utilizing this process inside our organization, our leaders and teams have been able to set and achieve extraordinary goals, which have had a significant impact on making 'Our Guestse(tm) Experience' truly remarkable. Any organization can create these same kinds of breakthrough results if they apply the principles and processes taught in this book!e, eoeWe believe that The 4 Disciplines of Execution are the keys to growth and success. For years we have struggled with creating focus for our people. We have used priority sheets, standards of performance measures, and others. We have fallen in love with the concepts of eoewhirlwinds and WIG!e When you read this book you will never look at work, or life, the same!e, eoe The 4 Disciplines of Execution offers more than theories for making strategic organizational change. The authors explain not only the e~whate(tm) but also e~howe(tm) effective execution is achieved. They share numerous examples of companies that have done just that, not once, but over and over again. This is a book that every leader should read!e e"Clayton Christensen, Professor, Harvard Business School, and author of The Innovatore(tm)s Dilemma, "In a business world where the essence of leadership centers around strategy, this book highlights the true requirements of any organization to focus on the principles of execution. At The Ritz-Carlton, I believe the only way to strengthen operational excellence is through flawless execution. The application of Focus, Leverage, Engagement and Accountability, as discussed in The 4 Disciplines of Execution, are key to our success and make exceptional reading for today's business leaders." -Herve Humler, President and Chief Operations Officer, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, " The 4 Disciplines of Execution book contains principles and processes that do indeed work. I do believe that 'execution excellence' is the ultimate competitive differential of this decade. As we have partnered with FranklinCovey to apply the methodology and process globally throughout our organization, it has not only had a significant impact on our organization's business results, but it has been transformational for me as a leader, both personally and professionally." -Jeff Simmons , President, Elanco Animal Health, Eli Lilly and Company, " The 4 Disciplines of Execution offers more than theories for making strategic organizational change. The authors explain not only the 'what' but also 'how' effective execution is achieved. They share numerous examples of companies that have done just that, not once, but over and over again. This is a book that every leader should read!" -Clayton Christensen, Professor, Harvard Business School, and author of The Innovator's Dilemma, " The 4 Disciplines of Execution offers more than theories for making strategic organizational change. The authors explain not only the 'what' but also 'how' effective execution is achieved. They share numerous examples of companies that have done just that, not once, but over and over again. This is a book that every leader should read!" --Clayton Christensen, Professor, Harvard Business School, and author of The Innovator's Dilemma, "The 4 Disciplines of Execution helps leaders, teams, and front line employees to narrow their focus and spend their time executing those things that will bring the highest return for their organization and customers. This book is a must read for any leader who wants to achieve that which is extraordinary in their company!" -Diana Thomas, US Vice President of Training and Learning Development, Hamburger University, McDonalds Corporation, The 4 Disciplines' practical guidance on goal-setting and measurement resonates with groups of all levels in our organization. Many teams have applied this intuitive approach to build engagement and increase execution and accountability., "What Six Sigma and Lean are to manufacturing, The 4 Disciplines of Execution is to executing your strategy. 4DX is a practical methodology that can solve every leader's #1 challenge: execution." -Ram Charan, Co-Author of the Best Selling Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done and the author of What the CEO Wants You to Know, "What Six Sigma and Lean are to manufacturing, The 4 Disciplines of Execution is to executing your strategy. 4DX is a practical methodology that can solve every leader's #1 challenge: execution." - Ram Charan , Co-Author of the Best Selling Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done and the author of What the CEO Wants You to Know, "We believe that The 4 Disciplines of Execution are the keys to growth and success. For years we have struggled with creating focus for our people. We have used priority sheets, standards of performance measures, and others. We have fallen in love with the concepts of "whirlwinds and WIG!" When you read this book you will never look at work, or life, the same!" - Danny Wegman , Chief Executive Officer, Wegmans Food Markets, Inc., #1 on Fortune magazine's 2005 list of the "100 Best Companies to Work For", eoeWhat Six Sigma and Lean are to manufacturing, The 4 Disciplines of Execution is to executing your strategy. 4DX is a practical methodology that can solve every leadere(tm)s #1 challenge: execution.e, "The 4 Disciplines' practical guidance on goal-setting and measurement resonates with groups of all levels in our organization. Many teams have applied this intuitive approach to build engagement and increase execution and accountability." -Dave Dillon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The Kroger Co., "We believe that The 4 Disciplines of Execution are the keys to growth and success. For years we have struggled with creating focus for our people. We have used priority sheets, standards of performance measures, and others. We have fallen in love with the concepts of "whirlwinds and WIG!" When you read this book you will never look at work, or life, the same!" -Danny Wegman, Chief Executive Officer, Wegmans Food Markets, Inc., #1 on Fortune magazine's 2005 list of the "100 Best Companies to Work For", " The 4 Disciplines of Execution book contains principles and processes that do indeed work. I do believe that 'execution excellence' is the ultimate competitive differential of this decade. As we have partnered with FranklinCovey to apply the methodology and process globally throughout our organization, it has not only had a significant impact on our organization's business results, but it has been transformational for me as a leader, both personally and professionally." - Jeff Simmons , President, Elanco Animal Health, Eli Lilly and Company, The 4 Disciplines of Execution helps leaders, teams, and front line employees to narrow their focus and spend their time executing those things that will bring the highest return for their organization and customers. This book is a must read for any leader who wants to achieve that which is extraordinary in their company!, eoeThe 4 Disciplines of Execution helps leaders, teams, and front line employees to narrow their focus and spend their time executing those things that will bring the highest return for their organization and customers. This book is a must read for any leader who wants to achieve that which is extraordinary in their company!e, The State of Georgia had unprecedented success as a result of implementing the principles outlined in The 4 Disciplines of Execution . We certified hundreds of leaders to take the disciplines to every department, achieving unprecedented results in customer service, quality improvement, and cost reduction. These execution principles are a must for any government agency that is seeking to be world class., "We believe that The 4 Disciplines of Execution are the keys to growth and success. For years we have struggled with creating focus for our people. We have used priority sheets, standards of performance measures, and others. We have fallen in love with the concepts of "whirlwinds and WIG!" When you read this book you will never look at work, or life, the same!", eoe The 4 Disciplines of Execution book contains principles and processes that do indeed work. I do believe that 'execution excellence' is the ultimate competitive differential of this decade. As we have partnered with FranklinCovey to apply the methodology and process globally throughout our organization, it has not only had a significant impact on our organizatione(tm)s business results, but it has been transformational for me as a leader, both personally and professionally.e, The 4 Disciplines of Execution book contains principles and processes that do indeed work. I do believe that 'execution excellence' is the ultimate competitive differential of this decade. As we have partnered with FranklinCovey to apply the methodology and process globally throughout our organization, it has not only had a significant impact on our organization's business results, but it has been transformational for me as a leader, both personally and professionally., "The 4 Disciplines of Execution helps leaders, teams, and front line employees to narrow their focus and spend their time executing those things that will bring the highest return for their organization and customers. This book is a must read for any leader who wants to achieve that which is extraordinary in their company!" - Diana Thomas , US Vice President of Training and Learning Development, Hamburger University, McDonalds Corporation, "The State of Georgia had unprecedented success as a result of implementing the principles outlined in The 4 Disciplines of Execution . We certified hundreds of leaders to take the disciplines to every department, achieving unprecedented results in customer service, quality improvement, and cost reduction. These execution principles are a must for any government agency that is seeking to be world class." -The Honorable Sonny Perdue, Governor of Georgia, 2003-2011, eoeCustomers are loyal to a brand when they can trust it to deliver a consistently outstanding experience. This requires the commitment of everyone up and down the organization to innovate new ways to economically delight customers, so they become promoters. The 4 Disciplines of Execution offers a proven process for engaging the hearts and minds of every employee toward this vital goal. I highly recommend this book to any leader committed to making customer loyalty a mission-critical goal.e, eoeIn a business world where the essence of leadership centers around strategy, this book highlights the true requirements of any organization to focus on the principles of execution. At The Ritz-Carlton, I believe the only way to strengthen operational excellence is through flawless execution. The application of Focus, Leverage, Engagement and Accountability, as discussed in The 4 Disciplines of Execution, are key to our success and make exceptional reading for today's business leaders.e, "The 4 Disciplines' practical guidance on goal-setting and measurement resonates with groups of all levels in our organization. Many teams have applied this intuitive approach to build engagement and increase execution and accountability." - Dave Dillon , Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The Kroger Co., "The State of Georgia had unprecedented success as a result of implementing the principles outlined in The 4 Disciplines of Execution . We certified hundreds of leaders to take the disciplines to every department, achieving unprecedented results in customer service, quality improvement, and cost reduction. These execution principles are a must for any government agency that is seeking to be world class." - The Honorable Sonny Perdue , Governor of Georgia, 2003-2011, "In a business world where the essence of leadership centers around strategy, this book highlights the true requirements of any organization to focus on the principles of execution. At The Ritz-Carlton, I believe the only way to strengthen operational excellence is through flawless execution. The application of Focus, Leverage, Engagement and Accountability, as discussed in The 4 Disciplines of Execution, are key to our success and make exceptional reading for today's business leaders." - Herve Humler , President and Chief Operations Officer, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, eoeThe 4 Disciplinese(tm) practical guidance on goal-setting and measurement resonates with groups of all levels in our organization. Many teams have applied this intuitive approach to build engagement and increase execution and accountability.e, "Many of the foundational values of Marriott are embodied within The 4 Disciplines of Execution. By utilizing this process inside our organization, our leaders and teams have been able to set and achieve extraordinary goals, which have had a significant impact on making 'Our Guests' Experience' truly remarkable. Any organization can create these same kinds of breakthrough results if they apply the principles and processes taught in this book!" -J.W. Marriott, Jr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Marriott International, Inc., Customers are loyal to a brand when they can trust it to deliver a consistently outstanding experience. This requires the commitment of everyone up and down the organization to innovate new ways to economically delight customers, so they become promoters. The 4 Disciplines of Execution offers a proven process for engaging the hearts and minds of every employee toward this vital goal. I highly recommend this book to any leader committed to making customer loyalty a mission-critical goal., In a business world where the essence of leadership centers around strategy, this book highlights the true requirements of any organization to focus on the principles of execution. At The Ritz-Carlton, I believe the only way to strengthen operational excellence is through flawless execution. The application of Focus, Leverage, Engagement and Accountability, as discussed in The 4 Disciplines of Execution, are key to our success and make exceptional reading for today's business leaders., What Six Sigma and Lean are to manufacturing, The 4 Disciplines of Execution is to executing your strategy. 4DX is a practical methodology that can solve every leader's #1 challenge: execution., Many of the foundational values of Marriott are embodied within The 4 Disciplines of Execution. By utilizing this process inside our organization, our leaders and teams have been able to set and achieve extraordinary goals, which have had a significant impact on making 'Our Guests' Experience' truly remarkable. Any organization can create these same kinds of breakthrough results if they apply the principles and processes taught in this book!, "Customers are loyal to a brand when they can trust it to deliver a consistently outstanding experience. This requires the commitment of everyone up and down the organization to innovate new ways to economically delight customers, so they become promoters. The 4 Disciplines of Execution offers a proven process for engaging the hearts and minds of every employee toward this vital goal. I highly recommend this book to any leader committed to making customer loyalty a mission-critical goal." - Fred Reichheld , Bain Fellow, Inventor of the Net Promoter® System and author of: The Ultimate Question 2.0, eoeThe State of Georgia had unprecedented success as a result of implementing the principles outlined in The 4 Disciplines of Execution . We certified hundreds of leaders to take the disciplines to every department, achieving unprecedented results in customer service, quality improvement, and cost reduction. These execution principles are a must for any government agency that is seeking to be world class.e, "Many of the foundational values of Marriott are embodied within The 4 Disciplines of Execution. By utilizing this process inside our organization, our leaders and teams have been able to set and achieve extraordinary goals, which have had a significant impact on making 'Our Guests' Experience' truly remarkable. Any organization can create these same kinds of breakthrough results if they apply the principles and processes taught in this book!" - J.W. Marriott, Jr , Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Marriott International, Inc.
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Synopsis#1 BUSINESS BESTSELLER ( The Wall Street Journal ) * HALF A MILLION COPIES SOLD " The 4 Disciplines of Execution is a book every leader should read." --Clayton Christensen, Professor, Harvard Business School, and author of The Innovator's Dilemma For fans of Good to Great and The First 90 Days , The Four Disciplines of Execution is the foundational text for creating lasting organizational change. Do you remember the last major initiative you watched die in your organization? Did it go down with a loud crash? Or was it slowly and quietly suffocated by other competing priorities? By the time it finally disappeared, it's likely no one even noticed. What happened? Often, the answer is that the "whirlwind" of urgent activity required to keep things running day-to-day devoured all the time and energy you needed to invest in executing your strategy for tomorrow. The 4 Disciplines of Execution can change that forever. The 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) is a simple, repeatable, and proven formula for executing your most important strategic priorities in the midst of the whirlwind. By following the 4 Disciplines--Focus on the Wildly Important; Act on Lead Measures; Keep a Compelling Scoreboard; Create a Cadence of Accountability--leaders can produce breakthrough results, even when executing the strategy requires a significant change in behavior from their teams. 4DX is not theory. It is a proven set of practices that have been tested and refined by hundreds of organizations and thousands of teams over many years. When a company or an individual adheres to these disciplines, they achieve superb results, regardless of the goal. 4DX represents a new way to think and work that is essential to thriving in today's competitive climate. The 4 Disciplines of Execution is one book that no business leader can afford to miss., " The 4 Disciplines of Execution is a book every leader should read." --Clayton Christensen, Professor, Harvard Business School, and author of The Innovator's Dilemma For fans of Good to Great and The First 90 Days , The Four Disciplines of Execution is the foundational text for creating lasting organizational change. A #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller with more than 500,000 copies sold, The Four Disciplines of Execution will radically change your business. Do you remember the last major initiative you watched die in your organization? Did it go down with a loud crash? Or was it slowly and quietly suffocated by other competing priorities? By the time it finally disappeared, it's likely no one even noticed. What happened? Often, the answer is that the "whirlwind" of urgent activity required to keep things running day-to-day devoured all the time and energy you needed to invest in executing your strategy for tomorrow. The 4 Disciplines of Execution can change that forever. The 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) is a simple, repeatable, and proven formula for executing your most important strategic priorities in the midst of the whirlwind. By following the 4 Disciplines--Focus on the Wildly Important; Act on Lead Measures; Keep a Compelling Scoreboard; Create a Cadence of Accountability--leaders can produce breakthrough results, even when executing the strategy requires a significant change in behavior from their teams. 4DX is not theory. It is a proven set of practices that have been tested and refined by hundreds of organizations and thousands of teams over many years. When a company or an individual adheres to these disciplines, they achieve superb results, regardless of the goal. 4DX represents a new way to think and work that is essential to thriving in today's competitive climate. The 4 Disciplines of Execution is one book that no business leader can afford to miss.
LC Classification NumberHF5549.5.G6M33 2012
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- Jun 20, 2019Top favorable review
This book is filled with tons of actionable items and definitely worth the read!
This book was reviewed and recommended on the BiggerPockets Podcast Show #328. They interviewed Chris McChesney one of the authors. Hearing the authors story and the excitement of interviewers I knew I had to read this book. I was not disappointed. The book is written in a way that keeps your interest. Always nice to be able to laugh while you are learning. This book is filled with tons of actionable items and definitely worth the read!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 24, 2017Top critical review
NOT SUITABLE FOR CAR CD PLAYER
WILL ONLY PLAY ON A COMPUTER BUT NOT ON CD CAR PLAYER. I BOUGHT THIS FOR MY WIFE WHO TRAVELS A LOT TO LISTEN TO IN HER CAR, SINCE SHE DIDN'T HAVE TIME TO READ THE BOOK. NOT ABLE TO USE IT AS INTENDED.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Nov 27, 2019
Saw author and wanted the book.
Just liked it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Sep 01, 2020
Very great book
By reading this you will learn how to set goals. It is a very interesting book. When you start reading the book, You don’t want to stop until the end. Thank you very much!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Nov 27, 2018
Great book on getting goals done.
This is a great book on how to get things done (your goals) minus the motivation. Gives good insight on why your not getting to your goals. A must read but not a page turner.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 17, 2020
If you are leading a group this book will help you be a better leader and your group better at execution.
Very good read that provides actionable items not just a theoretical framework.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 28, 2020
good training material
I have used the material in this book in training small organizations on how to best execute goals.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 06, 2017
My company uses for training mgrs.
Informative read.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Sep 30, 2016
4 Disciplines of Execution Book
a must read for anyone that want's more out of life or business pursuitsVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 16, 2021
4 disciplines of execution
excellent bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
