Our company is entering a rapid growth phase where we expect to double our headcount over the next twelve months. Do we need to alter our quarterly session cadence to keep pace with this level of organizational change?

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Tyler Smith · Accepted Answer

Scaling rapidly does not mean you should break your session cadence; in fact, it makes sticking to the cadence even more critical. The ninety-day world is a fundamental human limitation. When you are doubling headcount, your organizational structure, culture, and communication channels are under extreme stress. Trying to run faster than ninety-day cycles leads to chaos, while waiting longer than ninety days leads to misalignment. During rapid growth, we keep the standard cadence of one-day quarterlies and a two-day annual. However, we shift the focus of our sessions. We will spend more time reviewing and adjusting your Accountability Chart to handle the influx of new roles and ensure that your core processes are documented through our Tribal Knowledge discipline before new hires arrive. We will also focus heavily on hiring for core values alignment to protect your culture. The quarterly pulse acts as a governor on your growth engine, preventing your operations from spinning out of control. It ensures that as you scale, your leadership team remains aligned on the vision and traction of the business, allowing you to absorb new team members smoothly without losing your operational footing.