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Here is our final strategic planning technique:
Review your plan and identify a “theme” for the year: Once your plan is set, you will most likely see a theme emerging. Themes are important reminders for how and where to focus through the year. For example: “Getting ready to sell,” “People first,” “Maintaining market share,” or “Breaking [...]

Here is part four of our strategic planning techniques series:
Set dates for completing each goal: Divide your note pad into 12 columns (one for each month) and begin mapping out when you want each goal or action step to be completed. If you manage a team, it may be helpful to also allocate responsibilities among [...]

Here is part three of our strategic planning techniques series:
Strategically develop each category with measurable goals: When the main categories have been identified and a few goals have been listed under each, begin adding additional goals. Think about what you want for the coming year and by when you wish to accomplish each goal. For [...]

Many of the executives we work with are accustomed to giving orders and making directive statements. These can be powerful and memorable. They can also be a turn off and cause a great deal of trouble. Practice asking questions FIRST and making statements later. Here are some great questions that work in management and leadership [...]

When you experience challenges with employees, clients, shareholders, board members, etc., avoid over-focusing on what they are doing wrong and/or what you would like them to do differently. If you instead focus on you and what you can control, you will reduce your stress level, stop unproductive work habits, and maintain emotional control. If [...]

TIPS FOR A PRODUCTIVE WORK WEEK

The work week can be so crowded with appointments, paperwork and commitments that your business focus may be lost in the shuffle. Here are some tips for making your week more productive:

Focus on 3 accomplishments per day. List the 3 things you absolutely [...]