Why C-Suite Alignment Is So Damn Important with Gene Hammett
- Importance of Alignment: A lack of alignment in leadership creates distrust, communication breakdowns, and hinders optimal performance. Gene Hammett emphasizes that 80% of leadership teams are misaligned and unaware of the need to address it.
- Impact on Performance: Research from McKinsey shows that companies with aligned leadership teams are 2.3 times more likely to achieve better financial outcomes. Similarly, aligned teams are 58% more likely to successfully navigate significant changes, according to Gartner.
- Tough Conversations: Leaders often avoid difficult conversations, which weakens alignment. Hammett suggests confronting issues directly, building trust, and fostering open communication. If certain team members resist alignment efforts, they may need coaching or, in extreme cases, removal.
- Leadership Responsibility: Alignment is primarily the CEO’s responsibility, but other C-suite members must also contribute by addressing misalignments. Strong communication, trust-building, and direct conversations are essential tools in fostering alignment.
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