PRODUCTIVITYWeeks to result

WIG Session Framework

Weekly goal-setting

Problem it solves

low productivity

Best for

Teams and organizations looking to improve execution and goal achievement

Not ideal for

Individuals or teams with no clear goals or priorities

Overview

Why this framework exists

The WIG Session Framework is a structured approach to weekly goal-setting and accountability. It involves team members committing to specific actions to move the score on their lead measures, and then reporting on their progress and making new commitments the following week.

Core principles

4 total
  1. Focus on the wildly important
  2. Act on the lead measures
  3. Keep a compelling scoreboard
  4. Create a cadence of accountability

Steps

3 steps
  1. Hold a WIG session
    Gather team members and review the scoreboard, discussing progress and making new commitments.
    Pro tipKeep the session brief and focused
    WarningAvoid getting sidetracked by non-essential topics
  2. Enter personal performance on lead measures
    Team members enter their performance data on the lead measures, allowing for tracking and analysis.
    Pro tipMake sure data is accurate and up-to-date
    WarningDon't forget to enter data regularly
  3. Make commitments for the coming week
    Team members make specific commitments to move the score on their lead measures, and then report on their progress the following week.
    Pro tipMake commitments challenging but achievable
    WarningDon't overcommit or undercommit

Checklist

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Examples

1 cases
Store 334

A retail store that implemented the WIG Session Framework and saw significant improvements in store conditions and revenue.

OutcomeThe store went from being one of the worst performers to one of the best in the region.

Common mistakes

2 traps
Lack of accountability
Failing to hold team members accountable for their commitments can lead to a lack of progress and motivation.
Inconsistent data entry
Failing to enter data regularly or accurately can make it difficult to track progress and make informed decisions.

Origin story

How this framework came to be

The WIG Session Framework was developed by the authors of The 4 Disciplines of Execution as a way to help teams and organizations achieve their goals through discipline and execution.

Source

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