Securing Buy‑in and SMART Alignment in Risk Governance: Phrases for Aligning on Success Criteria

Do cross‑functional reviews stall because “done” means different things to 1LoD, 2LoD, and 3LoD? This lesson equips you to secure buy‑in and define auditable, SMART success criteria that stand up to internal challenge and external scrutiny. You’ll get concise guidance on 3LoD context, precise phrase banks and dialogue patterns, real‑world examples, and targeted exercises to test your judgment. By the end, you’ll frame outcomes, evidence, thresholds, and timelines in language that is defensible, feasible, and audit‑ready.