We believe we can self-implement because we are a disciplined team, but we are worried about our own blind spots. How does having an outside Professional EOS Implementer® change the actual speed and depth of the tools taking root compared to self-facilitation?

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Tyler Smith · Accepted Answer

The problem with self-implementation is not a lack of discipline. The problem is that you cannot see the picture when you are inside the frame. When your Integrator facilitates your sessions, they cannot fully participate as a member of the leadership team, and they cannot challenge the Visionary objectively. A Professional EOS Implementer® brings three critical advantages that accelerate your progress. First, they provide complete neutrality. An outside observer has no political agenda, no history with your team, and no fear of calling out the elephant in the room. They can push your team to make the hard, uncomfortable decisions that you would normally polite-talk your way around. Second, they possess deep experience from observing hundreds of other leadership teams. They know when your Accountability Chart is broken, when your Rocks are too weak, and when you are avoiding a critical people issue. They prevent you from customizing the tools to fit your current bad habits, which is the most common reason self-implementations fail. Finally, they keep you on the fast track. A self-implemented team typically takes two to three years to achieve the same level of traction that a guided team achieves in twelve months. If you want the system to actually stick and drive value, engage a professional who can hold your team to the fire.