Chapter 3 | Strategic Communication: Before, During & After M&A

“C-suite executives need to be reminded that Day One of the integration process is not the finish line. It’s just the starting line. Day One is the first of many days the executive team must manage effectively to maximize the return on their M&A investment.”

James O’Gara — 40 WAYS TO INCREASE ORGANIZATIONAL CLARITY, ALIGNMENT AND PERFORMANCE.

“It’s easy for the C-suite to get tunnel vision around dates and events leading up to Day One and lose sight of intentional and disciplined communication required to fully integrate two newly combined companies.”

James O’Gara — 40 WAYS TO INCREASE ORGANIZATIONAL CLARITY, ALIGNMENT AND PERFORMANCE.

“Most executive teams fail to reap maximum value from a merger or acquisition because they short the integration communication process.”

James O’Gara — 40 WAYS TO INCREASE ORGANIZATIONAL CLARITY, ALIGNMENT AND PERFORMANCE.

“Successful integration communication strategies require a full-court press on these and other fronts. Not the haphazard, “we will get to it later or when we have the time,” effort and attention many companies unknowingly apply in these areas.”

James O’Gara — 40 WAYS TO INCREASE ORGANIZATIONAL CLARITY, ALIGNMENT AND PERFORMANCE.