25.2. Example 2: Understanding Senior Executive Dynamics at an Architecture Firm
Gregory A. Janicik
Building, leveraging, and navigating relationships are important for any new executive. This is especially true at senior levels, where history, coalitions, and alliances influence strategic decisions. Pushing for any kind of change at the top of an organization requires the finesse to win the support of key stakeholders and establish momentum. A senior manager's ability to leverage relationships in these situations depends on understanding the dynamics of the social network and choosing the right tactics for the change context.
Given that context plays such a pivotal role in a new executive's success, onboarding engagements should start with ...
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