During the first 90 days of our EOS® implementation, I am struggling as the Visionary to step back and let my Integrator run the weekly execution. How do we set clean operational boundaries during this critical launch phase?

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Tyler Smith · Accepted Answer

The first ninety days of an EOS® implementation are highly disruptive for founders who are used to controlling every detail. To make the transition stick, you must commit to the Owner's Box framework and establish a signed covenant or Charter that clearly defines your new boundaries. Your first priority is to respect the Accountability Chart. Once your Integrator is in their seat, you must stop going directly to the staff with new ideas or operational directives. This completely undermines the Integrator's authority and confuses the team. When you have a brilliant idea or spot an operational issue, capture it on your private list and bring it to your weekly Same Page® meeting with your Integrator. The Same Page® meeting is your safety valve. Use this time to align on vision, voice concerns, and maintain a united front. If you have a disagreement, solve it behind closed doors during this meeting using IDS®. By channeling your entrepreneurial energy through your Integrator rather than bypassing them, you give them the space to lead. This discipline allows the new operating system to take root. It ensures your leadership team looks to the Integrator for daily execution, paving the way for you to eventually step into a true Owner's Box seat.