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The real reason strategic plans die at implementation
"A strategic plan is not a document. It's a behavioral commitment. And most organizations move forward on Tuesday as though Monday never happened."
Sara Meaney unpacks why strategic plans fail at implementation — and what a behavioral audit can do about it.
The meeting that should have been a decision
You've been in this meeting. The analysis is done. The options have been presented. And yet here you are, staring at a calendar invite for a follow-up meeting about the meeting. This isn't a process problem. It's a decision avoidance problem — and it's costing your organization more than you think.
Why Work Friendships Are Smart Strategy
Discover how Gallup's Q12, Maslow's hierarchy, and real workplace data prove that work friendships drive productivity, retention, and engagement.
The Urgent vs. The Important
I don’t know about you, but I love the idea of setting New Year’s Resolutions.
The Business Case for Inclusivity in Tourism: Strategies for Success
In today’s tourism landscape, many organizations are reconsidering their approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion due to the politicization of these concepts. However, the business case for inclusivity remains strong, particularly in the tourism industry, where welcoming all travelers is essential.
Nurturing Nature: 4 Tips for Stewarding Destinations through Regenerative Travel
In a world where tourism often leaves a heavy footprint, regenerative travel offers a beacon of hope. By fostering partnerships between governments, businesses, and communities, we can create travel experiences that not only benefit travelers but also revitalize the places they visit.
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Community Engagement: An Essential Component of Modern Economic Development Planning
Gone are the days of economic development being a linear, industry-driven process of business attraction in which economic development organizations (EDOs) make decisions on behalf of the communities they serve.
All In: Why the Best Leaders Involve Key Stakeholders in Strategy Development
Strategic plans are as common as office printers and just as likely to malfunction. In fact, 70% of the strategic initiatives that companies pursue to increase revenue, decrease costs, improve efficiency and innovate fall short of their goals.