We’re in the thick of strategic planning season—a time of big binders, slide decks, and multi-day meetings designed to map out the future. But when the unexpected hits, how much of that work actually ...

It has been said that if you are not planning to succeed, you’re planning to fail. A lack of planning will lead to the demise of an organization, especially the fire service. Strategic planning is one ...

Repeating the same action over and over expecting a different outcome– that’s the definition of insanity. Still, when it comes to strategic planning many companies simply open last year's slide deck, ...

Traditional, complex strategic planning doesn’t suit modern entrepreneurs. Instead, focus on a lean, agile and actionable strategy that you can start implementing in days, not quarters. Define where ...

Here’s how to best think about strategic planning, communication rhythms and maintaining alignment for consistent growth as you plan for next year. Daily and weekly communication rhythms ensure ...

Nonprofit leaders, midlevel managers, and frontline staff sometimes view strategic planning as one more task heaped onto near-impossible workloads. After all, developing a strategic plan — by ...

That isn’t by coincidence. Product management backgrounds are increasingly essential at the top of the corporate ladder today, particularly when it comes to facilitating organizational strategic ...

Strategic planning has always been a core priority for business leaders, but in today’s world of rapid disruption and economic uncertainty, it has become more critical—and complex—than ever before.

The Allentown School District unveiled a district-wide strategic plan during a special board meeting Thursday that lays out a plan toward “innovation and excellence” and calls for the district to meet ...

December 17, 2025 The City of Santa Barbara is proud to announce the adoption of a new Citywide Strategic Plan, a comprehensive ...