Yesterday I had the privilege to announce our new company vision based from our recently concluded business planning session last month. The announcement was made a day before and almost everyone arrived ahead of the scheduled meeting. Amidst some uncertainties about the future and the inevitable streamlining of manpower and operations, I immediately anticipated two things that were about to happen. It was either fear or possitivity over change. After a brief introduction from the Chairman, I started sharing the new company vision. I folowed it up with our 2009 business goals and objectives. Last item was the game plan or the how to. My obligation was not just to announce the plan, I was there to share it to the whole team, from the company driver to the VPs and Directors. We where all there to have everyone work towards a shared goal. Here’s what I got.
Goals and vision sharing means buy-in, enrolling the team not announcing. It’s getting the trust and support of people.
Management usually initiates the structure. People get a sense of ownership and responsibility that which they help create when they’re involved.
Goals and vision help people to focus attention productively.
When goals are shared that’s when real teamwork starts. How about you? How and when do you share your company goals and plans?
