Why we encourage the 7 deadly sins in organisations.

Yes. All seven.

Perhaps they are not the problem at all. The seven deadly sins are so tempting that they get people moving, unfortunately often in the wrong direction. But could there also be an opportunity in that? If we channel the same energy in the right direction.

1. 1
   Pride“We already know what needs to be done.”Perfect. SPARKs simply ask: so what is stopping us from actually doing it?
   Pride Clarity
2. 2
   Greed“We want more.”More customer value, more impact, more results. SPARKs ask: which small step will actually move us forward?
   Greed Impact
3. 3
   Lust“Work is allowed to feel good.”Shameless? Not really. Because progress is motivating. SPARKs make it tangible.
   Lust Energy
4. 4
   Envy“Why does it work for them and not for us?”An excellent question. SPARKs make visible what works and what others can learn from it.
   Envy Learning
5. 5
   GluttonyOne more project. One more priority. One more topic.Probably the most popular deadly sin in large organisations. SPARKs ask: what really matters right now?
   Gluttony Focus
6. 6
   Wrath“This has been bugging me for months!”Perfect. Friction is often the best starting point for improvement. SPARKs ask: what concretely are we going to change about it?
   Wrath Action
7. 7
   Sloth“Not another workshop.”Our favourite sin. That is why SPARKs don’t need one. Strategy execution happens where work is already being done: in the existing team meeting.
   Sloth Simplicity

Why is gluttony the most expensive deadly sin?

Because too many priorities at once dissolve focus. Studies on open strategy show that roughly half to two thirds of leaders cannot correctly name their company’s strategic priorities. Around 70% consider involvement in strategy crucial for commitment and execution.

Source: studies on open strategy

The 7 deadly sins get people moving. We simply give that movement a different direction. SPARKs: energy in the right direction.