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You need executive buy-in for your new business strategy. How do you secure their support?

How do you convince executives? Share your strategies for gaining their support.

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You need executive buy-in for your new business strategy. How do you secure their support?

How do you convince executives? Share your strategies for gaining their support.

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    Ricardo Chang

    Strategic Business Manager│Business Development │Sales & Commercial │ B2B & B2C │ Disruptive Innovator

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    Para obtener el respaldo de los ejecutivos, comunica la estrategia de forma clara y alineada con los objetivos de la empresa. Resalta cómo esta propuesta aporta valor y aborda problemas clave. Usa datos sólidos, escenarios y ejemplos reales para respaldar tus argumentos. Además, involucra a los ejecutivos desde el principio, escuchando sus perspectivas y ajustando la estrategia según sea necesario. Un enfoque colaborativo y transparente transforma dudas en confianza. ¡El liderazgo estratégico inspira apoyo y acción!

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    Hassan Tirmizi, FCIPD, CMgr FCMI, FCPHR

    OD&D Maverick | Global HR Thought Leader | People & Culture Architect | Transformation Coach | Training Maven | Chartered Fellow CIPD | Chartered Manager Fellow (CMgr FCMI)

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    Imagine pitching your new business strategy and feeling that wall of silence from the executives. The trick is to turn that silence into curiosity. Start by aligning your strategy with their top priorities—whether it's growth, innovation, or cost efficiency. Present data-backed insights that show how the strategy can solve their pain points. Be clear, concise, and confident. Remember, it’s not about selling an idea; it's about showing them how it drives results. Tap into their vision for the company and demonstrate how this strategy aligns with that future. The key: "When executives see the strategy as part of their story, they'll want to be the heroes!"

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    Sarbaja Adhikari, CSM, MS

    Product Manager @ Expert Choice | Certified ScrumMaster® |🌟 Top Program, Technical Product, Risk Management & Agile Methodologies Voice 🌟 | MS in Project Management | PMI Scholar 2023 | Project Management Professional

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    To get executives to support your new business strategy, clearly explain the plan and how it fits with the company's goals. Show data and facts that prove the strategy will solve problems and bring value, like more revenue or savings. Point out the benefits and how risks will be controlled. Involve executives early, listen to their thoughts, and address any concerns. Finally, give a clear plan for how the strategy will be carried out and stress the importance of their leadership to make it succeed.

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    Stanley Moses Sathianthan

    Managing Director @DataPattern.ai | AI Innovator | Digital Transformation Strategist | Angel Investor | Driving Business Innovation with AI and Data

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    Securing executive buy-in starts with alignment linking the strategy to business goals they care about. I focus on data-driven storytelling, showing impact through metrics and real-world examples. Engaging leaders early, addressing concerns proactively, and demonstrating quick wins build confidence. The key? Speak their language whether it’s growth, efficiency, or innovation. Strategy without support is just an idea.

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    Liz Weber - Strategic Leadership Advisor

    Executive & Board Advisor | Leadership, Strategic & Succession Planning Consultant | Keynote Speaker

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    Hone your pitch to each executive to immediately highlight how your strategy helps them hit targets they're keyed in on and determined to hit. Make your win their win.

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