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Simplicity is the key to using strategic planning sessions to create actionable items. It’s not overly difficult to create a strategic plan, but management and implementation can be another story. Time spent on strategic planning is wasted if the project isn’t managed and broken down into actionable steps. Keeping the plan on track means setting reasonable goals and realistic timelines.
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A powerful strategic planning team is an asset to any business. Although an owner may be comfortable making the major decisions, having a planning team at your disposal exponentially increases the available pool of fresh ideas. There’s no substitute for an objective team who can explore diverse strategic opinions, then focus the ideas into a focussed plan aimed at a specific business goal.
Do you have a strategic plan for growing your business? You may have an idea of the direction you want to take your business, but have not thought about formalizing it on paper. Thus, a strategic growth plan is essential, regardless of your business size or its products or services.
Read our published article with Small Business BC to learn more.
