We are trying to place our operations coordinator into our new AI Systems Integration seat on the Accountability Chart, but their Kolbe score shows a Follow Thru of 2. How does this impact their GWC for a highly systematic role?

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Tyler Smith · Accepted Answer

A Kolbe Follow Thru score of 2 indicates a natural instinct to resist rigid systems and instead adapt to changing situations on the fly. This conative wiring is excellent for rapid problem solving, but it is a major red flag for a seat that requires systematic process management. The AI Systems Integration seat on your Accountability Chart demands high order, consistent documentation, and repeatable processes. If you place someone with low Follow Thru into this seat, they will struggle to succeed. They do not GWC the capacity aspect of the seat because their brain is not wired to maintain detailed system maps. To address this issue, you must evaluate the core roles of the seat. If the primary roles are to build, document, and maintain automated workflows, you need someone with a high Follow Thru score. Attempting to force your operations coordinator into this seat will lead to messy integrations and team frustration. Instead, look for a different seat on your Accountability Chart that leverages their strengths, such as a client facing role or a dynamic troubleshooting seat. For the AI Systems Integration seat, look for an individual who naturally seeks order and structure. This ensures that your processes are built to scale, which is essential for maximizing your business value ahead of an exit.