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Purpose pause in planning

In planning and prioritisation meetings, leaders ask one explicit question: how does this work support the mission, strategy or people we serve? If the link is weak, the work is challenged, reshaped or dropped.

Inspired by:

Cross-sector practice

Growth Culture Element: 

Accountability

Growth Culture Subcomponents:

Purpose & Meaning, Decision Ownership

Why it matters:

Prevents busy work and keeps priorities tied to real value.

Who can implement:

Leaders, Managers

How to get started:

In your next team or leadership meeting, try this: link one task to the broader goal and explain why it matters. Keep it for 2 weeks and review impact.

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