PART TWO
STRATEGIC THINKING & PLANNING
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HANDOUT:
Strategic Thinking & Planning
This is the reading assignment for Part Two that accompanies the above tutorial video. This provides a clear description of the key concepts and the main instructions for the practices you will be engaging in Part Two of this program. Please study this handout on a different day than the day you watch and study the accompanying video (above). Retention is increased by completing these two assignments (video and handout) on different days. [This is a Google Doc set to "View Only" you will need to download as a Word doc to your computer for a local copy.]
WORKSHEET:
Strategic Thinking & Planning
This is your worksheet for Part Two of this program. This worksheet will help you improve your strategic thinking and planning in navigating a dynamic business environment. It outlines the definition of strategic thinking, highlights observable behaviors of strategic leaders, and emphasizes the process of prioritizing activities based on leverage. [Google Doc you need to download as a Word doc so you can type into it.]
Tool:
Prioritization Matrix Template
Use the Prioritization Matrix Tool to help you prioritize your highest-leverage projects and initiatives for the year. This is a very powerful tool for strategic planning, prioritizing, strategic decision-making, and organizational alignment.
[Google Doc you need to download it or make a copy so you can type into it.]
OPEN OFFICE HOURS:
Wednesdays 11 am ET
You are encouraged to attend the optional "Open Office Hours" to bring your questions, brainstorm implementation ideas, and receive individualized guidance and coaching. Feel free to attend as often as you like (no limit). One recommendation is to attend the Office Hours on the week's between your live Zoom workshops. The office hours are on zoom. You should receive a recurring appointment (calendar invite) so it should appear on your calendar. You can also click the button to the right at the designated time. (It's OK to arrive late to Office Hours if you need to.)
SLIDES COHORT A:
Part Two - Strategic Thinking & Planning
These are the slides that accompany the live workshop for Part Two. You are welcome to use these slides in your own department and in your effort to share these tools with your team.
SLIDES COHORT B:
Part Two - Strategic Thinking & Planning
These are the slides that accompany the live workshop for Part Two. You are welcome to use these slides in your own department and in your effort to share these tools with your team.