[Podcast EP 3] The 5 questions that help create a best-in-class strategic plan


Hey Reader,

Welcome to Episode 3 of the un-Corporate Leader Podcast — where we focus on the 5 questions that help create a best-in-class Strategic Plan. Find the episode on Apple Podcast or Spotify​

Here is the thing, if you are feeling pulled in all directions, asked to do more with less, while constantly putting out other people's fires, then you may have a problem with your Strategic Plan Process.

There have been moments when I've inherited a team, gone into an interim gig and found that the team had no idea what to focus on. Instead of being able to focus on the critical few, they have to deal with the trivial many.

This leads to overwhelm, stress, confusion and A LOT of re-work. If you are ready to begin pairing down your and your team's workload — let's tackle it with this simple Strategy framework.

By the way, I've been there — and I've helped hundreds of leaders just like you not only survive but thrive through best-in-class Strategic Planning, and I know this will help you too.

What are we covering?

  • What it means to be a "Lazy Overachiever" and why it matters to your Strategic Plan
  • What a Strategic Plan really is and why its set-up is essential to ensuring you aren't overtaxed at work
  • The 5 questions that will help you create a best-in-class Strategic Plan Process
  • Why a good Strategy helps you say "no" so you can get time back
  • Bonus: An example of creating a best-in-class culture by using the 5 questions of a best-in-class Strategic Plan

Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode.

Best,
Silvia

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Got questions? I have answers! Send them to silvia@heysilvia.com and I may answer yours on a future episode.

Want more clarity? If something's not working and you suspect burnout might be creeping in, apply for a Clarity Conversation with Silvia — limited spots are available now: https://forms.gle/LFL6m7LkR4qwaUhu5​

Hey Silvia

I'm a Leadership Coach, Board Member and former Tech Exec. I spend time teaching Pilates volunteering, consulting, writing, and advising those who long to reach the next evolution of Leadership Success.

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