When we scope a strategic planning engagement with a business, one of the first things we want to understand is where the organization stands on social and environmental issues. Not... read more →
Why the most expensive mistake in strategic planning isn't hiring a facilitator. It's not hiring one. Here's a scenario we hear all the time. An organization decides it's time for... read more →
It's tempting. It's fast. And it could cost your organization more than it saves. You've probably already thought about it. Maybe you've even tried it. Type a prompt into Claude... read more →
Understanding the Key Differences — and Choosing the Right Professional for Your Goals You know your organization needs outside help. Maybe your team is stuck, your plan needs a reset,... read more →
Membership growth is one of the most common challenges our association clients raise when we're scoping a strategic planning engagement. And the conversation almost never starts with "we need better... read more →
Room setup is one of the most overlooked decisions in meeting planning — and one of the most consequential. The way people are arranged in a room shapes how they... read more →
Not every meeting needs a professional facilitator. But some absolutely do. Here's how to tell the difference. Let me be upfront: most of your meetings don't need someone like me... read more →
Your mission, vision, and values aren't just statements on your website. They're the foundation your strategic plan is built on. If they're outdated, unclear, or missing entirely, the plan suffers.... read more →
It comes up in almost every association strategic planning engagement I facilitate. And almost every time, the team acknowledges the problem but isn't sure how to solve it. Here's how... read more →
Your strategic plan sets the direction. Annual planning turns it into action. Here's why the two are different — and why both need dedicated time and structure. One of the... read more →