Everything on Operational Feasibility

Proposals must pass a rigorous "doability" test, assessing organizational capacity, cultural fit, and clear trade-offs before pitching. Perceptions of excessive complexity or resource strain can derail even high-merit ideas.

Impact: Pre-vetting ideas for feasibility prevents wasted resources and builds credibility with leadership by demonstrating realistic planning and risk awareness.

— from Middle Managers Drive Transformation Through Strategic Issue Selling · HBR On Leadership· May 20, 2026