Category: Strategic Planning
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Short v. Long-term Development Plans
An organization has done a LOT of fundraising, but has never had a real development plan, either short or long-term. One set of consultants advised them to create a three-year…
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Planning half heartedly
I was recently talking to an organizational Executive Director who’s thinking about a strategic planning process. He wants the planning process to get his board more engaged. But he doesn’t…
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Communications plans for institutions
I recently had a conversation which went something like this. . . Person A: “We need a communications plan for our organization.” Me: “Why?” Person A: “We need to know…
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Paying attention to the institution
I was recently talking to somebody about an organization that from all outward appearances was thriving. They had expanded their programs and had gained recognition for having a real impact.…
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When strategy is left out of strategic planning
I’ve recently had a chance to read some strategic plans that seem to be missing a critical piece: strategy. They have mission statements, vision, goals, and tactics. But what’s missing…
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What goes in the lay of the land?
I’ve spent some time today thinking about the “lay of the land” and what goes into it in an effective strategic planning process. The “lay of the land” is a…