Step 2: Map Tribal Capacity to Strategic Priorities

After completing the tribal census, map your tribe capacity to your strategic priorities. Find the gaps between what you need and what you have.

The Mapping Exercise

For each strategic priority, ask: “What tribes does this require?”

The Gap Analysis

Gaps reveal where your tribal mix doesn’t match your strategic ambitions.

Two choices when gaps appear:

1. Fix the gap – rebalance tribal capacity
2. Adjust the priority – acknowledge what’s realistic

Legend

• H = High need – This tribe is critical for success
• M = Medium need – This tribe supports success
• L = Low need – This tribe is less relevant

Gaps reveal misalignment. Alignment reveals opportunity.

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