By Jordan Imutan
Leadership and Execution Consultant | Creator of STRIDES™
Let’s be honest—most of us don’t need more strategy meetings.
What we need is a system that helps our teams actually follow through on what we planned.
In our work with organizations across the Philippines, we’ve seen one truth rise above the rest: teams don’t fail because of bad ideas—they fail because no one’s following through.
That’s why we built the STRIDES™ Framework, and at the heart of it is a surprisingly simple practice that changes everything: a 25-minute Weekly Execution Rhythm.
💡 Why Teams Fall Off Track (Even with Great Strategies)
We’ve helped teams across industries—from manufacturing to finance to design-build firms—and here’s what we consistently hear:
- “We planned this in Q1 but nothing’s moved.”
- “We’re all busy, but we don’t know if we’re moving in the same direction.”
- “We talk strategy once a quarter but don’t check in until it’s too late.”
Sound familiar?
It’s not because people are lazy or resistant to change. It’s because strategy fades in the noise of daily operations—unless we create space to keep it alive.
✅ The 25-Minute Weekly Habit That Builds Momentum
We introduce all our STRIDES™ clients to this habit early:
One weekly, 25-minute execution meeting.
No fluff. No rehashing. No time wasted.
This meeting has one goal: Keep the most important work moving.
🧠 What Happens in These 25 Minutes?
Here’s our proven structure that your team can start using right away:
🔹 Minutes 0–5: Celebrate Wins & Updates
“What did we finish since last week?”
Small wins build morale. Recognize progress. Start with energy.
🔹 Minutes 5–15: Review the Execution Board
“What’s on track, off-track, or delayed?”
Use a shared dashboard (physical or digital). Color-coded items help everyone see the same truth.
🔹 Minutes 15–25: Remove Blockers & Agree on Next Actions
“What’s getting in the way, and what’s the next step?”
This is where teams get real. Focus on forward motion, not finger-pointing.
It’s short. It’s clear. And it creates instant alignment.
📊 A Quick Client Story
One of our recent clients—a mid-sized logistics company—was struggling with delays across three departments. Projects weren’t hitting deadlines, and frustration was growing.
They didn’t need more tools. They needed rhythm.
We helped them install this 25-minute weekly habit. Within the first month:
- Missed deadlines dropped by 70%
- Team morale significantly improved
- Inter-departmental communication finally clicked
And the best part? The CEO told us, “We haven’t added any meetings—we just replaced one pointless meeting with one powerful one.”
🔁 Why This Works (Even for Busy Teams)
Let’s break down the science behind this simple rhythm:
✅ Repetition Builds Accountability – When teammates know they’ll review their progress weekly, they naturally stay more focused.
✅ Visibility Creates Momentum – A shared dashboard keeps everyone on the same page and reduces micro-managing.
✅ Fast Feedback Prevents Failure – Issues are spotted early—before they turn into disasters.
✅ Small Wins Add Up – Celebrating small victories keeps people engaged and confident.
In short: one weekly rhythm aligns your team and accelerates your goals.
🧰 Want to Start Right Now?
Here’s how your team can implement this habit today:
- Block off 25 minutes a week—same time, same day, every week
- Build a simple execution board—we use red/yellow/green status markers
- Appoint a rhythm facilitator—not a boss, just someone to guide the meeting
- Follow the 3-part flow: Wins → Progress Review → Next Steps
- Celebrate progress openly—this keeps energy high and teams committed
You don’t need a consultant to do this (though we’re happy to help!).
You just need consistency and buy-in.
🔄 STRIDES™ Execution Tools to Support This
If you’d like a hand, the STRIDES™ Framework includes:
- Weekly Execution Meeting Templates
- Digital & Physical Dashboard Samples
- Training for Rhythm Facilitators
- Coaching for Department Heads
- Visual Boards that Teams Love Using
We help your teams get the habit right—so they own it long after we leave.
📅 Imagine 12 Weeks from Now…
What could your team accomplish with 12 check-ins in 90 days?
That’s 12 chances to:
✅ Unblock delays
✅ Celebrate progress
✅ Adjust goals
✅ Improve collaboration
✅ Actually finish what you started
We’ve seen this rhythm turn “meh” teams into momentum machines.
And it starts with just 25 minutes a week.
Please feel free to DM me.
Let’s make strategy stick—and turn your team into doers, not just dreamers.
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