Summary: Ruthless Execution

Book excerpt: The must-read summary of Amir Hartman's book: "Ruthless Execution: What Business Leaders Do When Their Companies Hit the Wall". This complete summary of the ideas from Amir Hartman's book "Ruthless Execution" shows that every business, no matter how successful, eventually hits difficulties. When this happens, most businesses choose one of two strategies: trusting that hype will gloss over problems or savage layoffs combined with massive, unpopular cost cutting. In his book, the author suggests a third way that ensures long-term profit and growth, as well as refocusing the business in the short term. Ruthless execution has three key features: leadership, governance and critical capabilities. This summary explains how simple measures in each of these key areas can make a considerable change. Added-value of this summary: • Save time • Understand key concepts • Expand your knowledge To learn more, read "Ruthless Execution" and find out how to steer your business through difficult times.