You’re likely focusing on the wrong unit of change.
We’ve all tried top-down mandates and broad, bottom-up cultural programs. Yet, in today’s volatile environment, sustained organizational transformation remains elusive.
A new McKinsey report argues for a “third way”: a team-centric approach. This isn’t just an HR initiative; it’s a strategic engine for value creation. The research is compelling: organizations that effectively implement team-focused transformations can see 30% efficiency gains.
The key isn’t to change everyone at once. The first, critical leadership action is to identify the highest-value teams—those with the greatest potential to deliver on your transformation agenda. These are often the cross-functional teams built to solve your most difficult challenges.
By focusing your resources, empowerment, and support on these pivotal teams first , you create a ripple effect that builds organizational resilience and drives lasting high performance.
As leaders, our job is to pivot our strategy. Stop trying to boil the ocean. Instead, ask: What are the 5-10 highest-value teams that will unlock our future, and how can we empower them today?
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