STRATEGYDays to result

Defining the WIG

Define the goal

Problem it solves

unclear strategic direction

Best for

Teams and organizations with a clear understanding of their goals

Not ideal for

Individuals with unclear or vague goals

Overview

Why this framework exists

This framework involves defining the wildly important goal (WIG) in a clear and measurable way. It helps teams define their goals and focus on what matters most.

Core principles

3 total
  1. Define the WIG in a clear and measurable way
  2. Focus on what matters most
  3. Make the WIG achievable

Steps

2 steps
  1. Define the WIG in a clear and measurable way
    Define the WIG in a clear and measurable way, using a specific format: 'From X to Y by When'.
    Pro tipUse a template to define the WIG
    WarningBe careful not to make the WIG too vague or unclear
  2. Make the WIG achievable
    Make the WIG achievable, but challenging. The WIG should be challenging, but not impossible to achieve.
    Pro tipUse a benchmark to estimate the achievable level
    WarningBe careful not to make the WIG too easy or too hard to achieve

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Examples

1 cases
Event Management Team

The Event Management Team used the defining the WIG framework to define their goal and focus on what matters most.

OutcomeThe team was able to increase revenue from corporate events by defining a clear and achievable WIG

Common mistakes

2 traps
Making the WIG too vague
Making the WIG too vague can lead to confusion and lack of focus
Making the WIG too easy or too hard
Making the WIG too easy or too hard can lead to lack of motivation or frustration

Origin story

How this framework came to be

The framework was developed by the authors of the book 'The 4 Disciplines of Execution' as a way to help teams define their goals and focus on what matters most.

Source

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Source · BOOK
Covey, Sean - The 4 Disciplines of Execution
Covey, Sean · 2020
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