We realized we needed to focus and set measurable impact targets that reflected sound investment thinking and responsible use of financial resources.

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Set clear, measurable goals with employees so they always know what is expected of them.

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That's because a set of known, measurable spending cuts are better than no budget reduction at all.

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According to the report just one third of countries have achieved all of the measurable Education for All (EFA) goals set in 2000.

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The results of this more focused approach, according to Crabb: noticeable enthusiasm from the ranks, higher participation rates across all functions, and measurable impact from the learning that is in line with or ahead of various benchmarks that Facebook has set.

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