Foundations – The Responsibility Matrix

Foundations

These posts are not about TRM. They are about the nature of performance culture and performance structures. Some posts might describe what’s broken with traditional approaches. Others might explain the general mindset for creating a high-performing organization. They set the foundation to better understand TRM’s unique approach.

The Primary Ideas:

Activation

Activation is often the missing link – it’s everything that comes between Intention and Performance. Read more

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Activation Tools

Activation can be engineered. Read more

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Governing is a recursive activity

The Intention → Activation → Performance formula exists at every level. Read more

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Performance Culture

Organizations don’t create culture. People do. Read more

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Supporting Posts:

Accountability and Responsibility

Responsibility is about owning strategic intentions. Accountability is about owning results. Read more

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Job Descriptions

Job descriptions are an HR tool, not a performance tool. Read more

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SPCS

SPCS is the acronym that reminds us that the most effective processes and designs are Simple, Practical, Complete, and Sustainable. Read more

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