Whether they are mom-and-pop shops or giant corporations, many successful businesses have a clearly defined vision and mission statement. These are key to inspiring your team, focusing on achieving a ...

In 1961, President Kennedy stood before an audience in Congress and countless Americans on their televisions and proposed that the United States "should commit itself to achieving the goal, before ...

Strategic planning is a critical activity for any business. The starting point for any strategic plan is the development of effective -- and actionable -- goals and objectives. Understanding how to ...

A rudderless ship is vulnerable to the strongest blowing wind. So too is your business if you're focused only on the here and now, and your operation is perpetually reacting instead of proacting.

In a previous blog, I provided an overview of strategic planning processes, including six core elements essential to any successful strategic plan. The six core elements are as follows: Vision Mission ...