Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done

Why getting things done is the ultimate competitive edge

Larry Bossidy

2006

7 Key Insights

About This Book

Are you tired of bright strategies that stall and teams that falter? This guide will transform the way you work by teaching you a proven system that links your people, your strategy, and your operations into a seamless engine for results. You’ll learn how to foster candid dialogue that surfaces reality, how to pick and develop leaders who deliver under pressure, and how to build flexible operating plans that adapt to change. Packed with real-world examples and clear how-to steps, these insights will sharpen your decision making, ignite commitment at every level, and lock in sustainable competitive advantage.

About the Author

The author is a seasoned business leader and adviser who has led major global companies through multiple turnarounds and expansions. With decades of experience as a CEO, CFO, and board member, he has mastered the discipline of linking strategy, operations, and people to deliver consistent shareholder returns. Known for candid coaching and a relentless focus on execution, he has personally overseen hundreds of organizational reviews, making him one of the world’s foremost experts on execution excellence.

Biggest Takeaway

By applying these principles you will learn to hold meetings that surface the unspoken barriers to success, create a culture where the right people get rewarded and the wrong people are quickly addressed, and build strategies that connect to daily operations. You’ll gain tools to set crystal-clear goals, anticipate and manage risk, and adapt faster when conditions shift. Expect sharper dialogue, stronger accountability, and measurable improvements in revenue growth, productivity, and cash flow.