The 12 Week Year Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months

by Moran, Brian P.; Lennington, Michael

• ISBN13: 9781118509234
• ISBN10: 1118509234
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2013-05-20
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

The guide to shortening your execution cycle down from one year to twelve weeks Most organizations and individuals work in the context of annual goals and plans; a twelve-month execution cycle. Instead, The 12 Week Year avoids the pitfalls and low productivity of annualized thinking. This book redefines your "year" to be 12 weeks long. In 12 weeks, there just isn't enough time to get complacent, and urgency increases and intensifies. The 12 Week Year creates focus and clarity on what matters most and a sense of urgency to do it now. In the end more of the important stuff gets done and the impact on results is profound. Explains how to leverage the power of a 12-week year to drive improved results in any area of your life Offers a how-to book for both individuals and organizations seeking to improve their execution effectiveness Authors are leading experts on execution and implementation Turn your organization's idea of a year on its head, and speed your journey to success.

Author Biography

BRIAN P. MORAN is founder and CEO of The Execution Company, an organization committed to improving the performance and enhancing the quality of life for leaders and entrepreneurs. He has served in management and executive positions with UPS, PepsiCo, and Northern Automotive and consults with dozens of world-class companies each year. As an entrepreneur, he has led successful businesses and been instrumental in the growth and success of many others. In addition to his books, Brian has been published in many of the leading business journals and magazines. He is a sought-after speaker, educating and inspiring thousands each year. Brian lives in Michigan with his wife Judy and their two daughters.

MICHAEL LENNINGTON is Vice President of The Execution Company. He is a consultant, coach, and leadership trainer, and an expert in implementing lasting change in organizations. He works with clients in the U.S., Europe, Asia, and the Middle East to help them implement corporate initiatives that drive sales, service, and profitability. Michael holds a BS from Michigan State University, and an MBA from Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. He lives with his wife Kristin and their children in northern Michigan.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements

Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 2: 12 Weeks = A Year

Chapter 3: Vision

Chapter 4: Planning

Chapter 5: Weekly Plans

Chapter 6: Scorekeeping

Chapter 7: Intentionality

Chapter 8: Accountability

Chapter 9: Commitments

Chapter 10: Greatness In The Moment

Chapter 11: Life Balance

Section II Application

Chapter 12: The System

Chapter 13: Establish Your Vision

Chapter 14: Developing Your Plan

Chapter 15: Process Control

Chapter 16: Keeping Score

Chapter 17: Intentionality II

Chapter 18: Accoutability II

Chapter 19: Commitments II

Chapter 20: Your First 12 Weeks