The Design elements in the center are the most frequent areas of focus for leaders seeking better results. Ideas for how to maximize performance evolve over time. Leaders tend to continually refine their views on the best strategy, structure, processes and policies to succeed. Addressing any of these elements in isolation may provide disappointing results, as they are interdependent. At the same time, each requires particular skills and disciplines.
Execution often receives too little focus.
The Disciplines highlight the requirements for alignment and action. The skills, habits and behaviors that create high performance must be cultivated through focused, patient effort.