Proficient strategy execution requires executive managers to Multiple Choice be current with events and closely monitor progress, put constructive pressure on the organization for operating excellence, and initiate corrective action when necessary to improve performance and achieve desired results. understand all the tasks required to implement the strategy so as to ensure staff will not shortchange any strategic-critical activity. attach great importance to gathering statistics that define every task effort and ensure limited variability. initiate a problem-solving search to ensure obstacles to success are identified. take a wait-and-see attitude towards monitoring progress, relaxing the pressure on the organization to achieve operating excellence, and staying the course when performance and results are below or above expectations.