No matter what business you're in, everyone in the organisation needs to know why
Interpretation
Understanding the purpose of an organization is essential for everyone involved.
Frances Hesselbein emphasizes the importance of a shared organizational purpose that every member understands. When everyone knows the 'why' behind their work, it fosters alignment, motivation, and a cohesive effort towards achieving the organization's goals.
In practice
In a team meeting to encourage collaboration, one could say, 'As Frances Hesselbein noted, we need to understand our purpose to work effectively together.'
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