Communicate

Sharing information (e.g., facts, feedback, or otherwise) is one of the most fundamental ways to achieve success for any initiative. Don't forget to speak up.

Engage Stakeholders

Involving the people who need to know ensures that decision-making is comprehensive and suitable. Never miss the people who should be included.

Clarify Scope

Outlining the boundaries and aligning them with objectives helps streamline focus. Avoid lacking specificity.

Define Oversight

Identifying the governance structure early mitigates confusion about responsibilities. Not knowing who is the decision-maker is a red flag.

Provide Resources

Establishing the people and things needed to complete tasks is crucial. Resist the urge to underestimate or overestimate.

Develop Plans

Organizing the approach highlights the end goal and all it takes to get there. Stop to think before diving in.

Manage Risks

Assessing barriers to success and planning how to address them facilitates continuity. Failing to consider the challenges impedes resilience.

Document Lessons Learned

Recording what worked and what didn't enables future growth. Ignoring the opportunity to develop useful references slows progress.