Execution Means Following Through

Name: Execution Means Following Through
ISBN: 9787515805092

陈浩China Industry and Commerce Associated Press · ChinaAug 2016

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Word count: 115K words
Chapters: 21
ISBN: 9787515805092

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Summary

Execution in place determines the success of any enterprise; the success of any company is necessarily the success of execution. It determines the strength of competitiveness, directly affecting a company's survival and development, its vitality and growth, its rise and fall. Managers' execution in place determines the company's execution, while an individual's execution in place is the key to personal success. Attention to execution in place means attention to the success of both enterprise and individual. Starting from the perspective that 'execution lies in follow-through,' this book incisively expounds the various harms and manifestations of incomplete execution, proposes 'the four mindsets and three test standards for execution' and 'the three guarantees of execution,' and offers candid advice and effective methods for improving employee execution, of great guiding significance to enterprise personnel.

Editor's review

Execution Is About Getting It Right is a practical guide focused on improving execution in individuals and organizations. Drawing on years of management practice and observation, author Chen Hao systematically analyzes the deep causes of poor execution and offers workable solutions. The book's core view is that the key to execution lies not merely in "doing" but in "getting it right"—pursuing completeness of results, reliability of quality, and precision of process. Through numerous cases, it reveals common execution traps such as vague goals, diffused responsibility, and lengthy processes, and emphasizes the importance of clear instructions, effective communication, and a results orientation. Compared with similar books, it pays more attention to individual psychology and behavior patterns, exploring how to cultivate the thinking habits and action principles of "getting it right" rather than empty talk about strategy or systems. For middle managers and frontline employees, its discussion of how to break macro goals into operable steps and how to ensure delivery quality with limited resources is especially valuable. Overall, this is a plainly written, clearly structured, and highly targeted work. Although it contains no difficult theory, its insight into execution details and its call for a sense of responsibility can still prompt deep reflection and positive change in today's fast-paced, results-oriented work environment.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Junior and middle-level workplace professionals hoping to improve personal efficiency and the quality of their results
Team managers or project leaders seeking ways to improve team execution
Newcomers to the workplace hoping to build good work habits and a sense of responsibility
Readers interested in management practice who prefer case analysis and practical suggestions

Not a good fit for

Research-oriented readers seeking cutting-edge management theory or academic system building
Practitioners expecting extensive data models or detailed explanations of complex management tools

Reading tips

Read alongside your own work cases and mark execution problems the book mentions that exist in yourself or your team.
Focus on the chapters about defining responsibility and evaluating results, and try to make a personal improvement plan.
Consider reading with team members and discussing key chapters such as communication and collaboration, and process optimization.

About the publisher

China Industry and Commerce Associated Press China · Founded in 1993

China Industry and Commerce Associated Press is a publisher whose main directions include economic management, social sciences and humanities, lifestyle and inspiration, and education and training, with about 680 titles in the library. Representative books include Cornelius Ryan's World War II Epic Trilogy, Rockefeller's 38 Letters from Rockefeller to His Son, Stefan Zweig's Three Masters, Edwin Lefèvre's Reminiscences of a Stock Operator, and Dale Carnegie's The Art of Communication and Wisdom of Dealing with People (new edition). Common categories cover world history, inspirational growth, general biography, personal finance, applied psychology, and management, while its author resources include translators and authors such as Huang Wenfan, Zhang Zhanlei, and Li Liang. Its publishing profile combines classic imports with popular reading, spanning historical documentary, personal growth, and business practice. Public information is limited, and the above is summarized mainly from the books in the library.

版权信息
前言执行没有中间值，不是满分就是零分
第一单元执行关键在到位
执行不到位，不如不执行
执行不到位的8种表现
第二单元心态到位，执行才能到位
责任心态：改“这不关我的事”为“这是我的责任”
认真心态：改“眼高手低”为“脚踏实地”
主动心态：改“要我到位”为“我要到位”
圆满心态：改“差不多”为“零缺陷”
第三单元执行到位的三大检验标准
服从：用行动贯彻执行的决心
结果：执行要到位，关键看结果
效率：以合适的投入获得最大的产出
第四单元执行到位的三大保障
团队：执行到位最坚强的后盾
制度：让制度从“墙上”走下来
细节：细节到位，执行才到位
第五单元提高执行力，成为公司一流的员工
只有一流的挑战，才有一流的称职
把执行到位变成一种职业精神

FAQ

What is the main difference between this book and similar books such as Execution?

This book focuses more on the quality dimension of "getting it right," emphasizing precision of process and completeness of results rather than speed or action alone. It approaches the topic more from individual behavior and psychology and offers many concrete suggestions on habit building and attention to detail.

Is the content applicable to non-business organizations or personal life management?

The core principles, such as clarifying goals, optimizing processes, and being results-oriented, have broad applicability. Although most cases come from corporate settings, the "getting it right" mindset it advocates also applies to project management, handling family matters, and achieving personal goals.

Is the book still worth reading for experienced managers?

Yes. Its value lies not only in offering new methods but also in systematically reviewing and warning about execution details and blind spots in thinking that may be overlooked in long-term work. It can help senior managers reexamine their team's execution culture and find entry points for strengthening the chain of responsibility and quality control.

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About the author

陈浩 Author

Public information about Chen Hao is limited: his nationality, dates of birth and death, and educational background are not clearly documented. Nevertheless, the 36 works held in the collection show that his writing and editing span a wide range of fields. In literature, he has been involved with a world classic such as Wuthering Heights; in history, with Studies in the History of the Eurasian Steppe; in finance and the workplace, with An Introduction to Digital Finance, The Management Journal of a Fortune 500 Human Resources Director, and books on sales techniques; and he has also touched on practical areas such as a medical English vocabulary textbook and Java programmer interview preparation. Aimed at general readers and learners, the works emphasize knowledge popularization and skills training, and are varied in genre yet practical, suitable for readers with different needs to consult by category.