Avoiding Bad Strategy and Fake Retreats

Imagine: You are a newly minted executive in a strategic planning project and notice that a single, strong person is hijacking the process. They are intelligent, but should you be relieved, or dismayed, as they take over? Backstory: Ever since your promotion to the C-Suite, you have eagerly anticipated your inaugural corporate planning retreat. Why? …

Ep 20- Shifting from Weak Proactive to Strong Pre-Emptive Strategic Planning

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit longtermstrategy.substack.com Your company has a problem implementing its strategic plans. On a given day, it devotes all its attention to emergency issues, and sets aside the contents of the last strategic plan. There are no lazy, or dumb people involved – your …

Being Inspired in Public Sector Planning

As a leader in a government Ministry, Department, or Agency (MDA), you’re deeply committed to creating strategic plans that make a significant impact. However, it’s easy to get caught up in bureaucratic compliance, which can divert you from making the meaningful contributions you desire. So, how can you truly make a difference? For those outside …

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