Why Decision & Execution Discipline is the #1 Weak Spot for Leadership Teams—And What to Do About It
After dozens of leaders and Chiefs of Staff have taken my Strategic Operating System assessment, a clear pattern has emerged:
The lowest scores—by far—show up in Decision & Execution Discipline.
It’s not that these leaders don’t know what to do. It’s that doing it consistently across teams and timeframes is surprisingly hard.
Meetings run long but change little. Decisions get made but not followed through. Ownership is fuzzy, and execution feels… wobbly.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. And the good news? It’s fixable.
🛠 A Toolkit for Better Follow-Through
To help you build stronger muscles in this area, I’ve pulled together a handful of practical posts—each one designed to help you shift from good intentions to real momentum.
✅ 7 Ways a Chief of Staff Can Improve Day-to-Day Operations
Small but mighty moves to bring structure and consistency to execution.
✅ Why Are We Still Talking About This?
If your team keeps revisiting the same topics, this post will help you break the cycle and move forward.
Not all decisions need the same level of discussion. This one’s about matching your process to the stakes.
For leaders who find themselves in every loop—here’s how to delegate smarter and build decision-making confidence across your team.
✅ How to Get Everyone’s Voice in the Room
Without letting the meeting spiral.
📊 Not Sure Where to Start?
Take the free Chief of Staff Readiness Scorecard and find out where your own org’s Strategic Operating System is strong—and where it’s slowing you down.
Whether you’re hiring your first Chief of Staff or trying to level up the one you already have, this toolkit is your starting point for better clarity, momentum, and execution.
