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How to Set Three Company-Wide Priorities for the Year

Focus beats a long list.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Focus beats a long list. In short: review; get; pick, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Review results and market changes.

  2. Get input from leaders.

  3. Pick no more than three priorities.

  4. Set measures for each.

  5. Assign owners.

  6. Review every quarter.

Safety reminders for chief executives

  • Set a culture of workplace safety
  • Ensure legal and ethical compliance
  • Protect data and privacy
  • Plan for crises

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