Strategy That Works : How Winning Companies Close the Strategy-to-Execution Gap

Strategy That Works by Paul Leinwand and Cesare Mainardi delivers a clear, practical blueprint for leaders who want to turn bold strategic ideas into real, measurable results. Based on years of research at PwC’s Strategy&, the authors reveal how top-performing companies bridge the gap between vision and execution by aligning their capabilities, culture, and leadership around what they do best. With powerful case studies from global brands and actionable frameworks, the book explains how to build a company that consistently delivers on its promises by focusing on differentiation, coherence, and long-term value creation. Strategy That Works is both a guide and a challenge—urging leaders to stop planning for perfection and start executing with purpose, agility, and clarity.