In this video we answer a question put forward in a recent webinar: Why is it so difficult for organizations to integrate strategic planning & execution? There are few main reasons why. Some people might've had bad experiences with strategic planning in the past - maybe it wasn't successful or not everyone was on board. In other cases, the strategic plan was solid but there was no plan for what to do next. Watch the video to hear our experiences and main reasons why organization's have a difficult time integrating strategic planning. #StrategicPlanExecution #StrategyImplementation Access our FREE Strategic Planning Workbook template here: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-process-template-workbook Never miss a video and get ongoing training (for free). Sign up and get each new video directly in your inbox: https://www.smestrategy.net/the-brand-new-video-series Enroll in our strategic planning course to learn our process for creating a strategic plan successfully (without hiring anyone): https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-steps-course Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? Book a complimentary consultation to learn more about our approach: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact Want a software to track & monitor your strategic plan? Get a free trial for Cascade Strategy: https://go.executestrategy.net/trial?fpr=smestrategy // WEBSITE & RESOURCES: Website ► https://www.smestrategy.net/ Blog ► https://www.smestrategy.net/blog Strategy & Leadership Podcast ►https://www.smestrategy.net/podcast Alignment Book ► https://www.smestrategy.net/alignment-book Contact ►https://www.smestrategy.net/contact // FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/Smestrategy/ LinkedIn ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/2866558 Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/anthonyctaylor/ Twitter ►https://twitter.com/smeinsights // ABOUT SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations. For more information on working with a facilitator for your next strategy session: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator-and-facilitation-services #StrategicPlanningProcess ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWPiQoaUC04

True innovation is about building what customers can't wait to have, not just what they need. In this riveting episode, get ready to dive into the world of exponential growth, daring experiments, and the art of bouncing back from setbacks. Our guest, Adam Robinson, the visionary CEO and founder of retention.com, takes us on an inspiring journey through his roller-coaster ride of scaling businesses and shaping resilient teams. Adam introduces his unique "face-lighting-up" barometer approach to identifying game-changing products. He also dives into the evolving landscape of marketing and customer attraction strategies and shares how to foster a culture of balanced experimentation. He emphasizes how true innovation ignites not just interest, but excitement. Tune in as Adam shares what it takes to lead with vision, resilience, and a dash of fearless experimentation. Want to continue the conversation with other leaders around the world? Join our Strategy and Leadership community. https://strategy-and-leadership.mn.co/ ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/ Cracking The Code Of Product-Market Fit With Adam Robinson, CEO Of Retention.com ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7_F_VNgHrA

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Tova Sherman joins us to discuss what people are missing about diversity and inclusion, accessibility in the workplace, the importance of values, biases in the hiring process, and much more. Tova Sherman is the Canadian born, award-winning CEO of reachAbility, an organization that works directly with companies to build their capacity for inclusion through education, training, and consultation. She's also a TED speaker, and author of the brand new book, Win, Win, Win! The 18 Inclusion-isms You Need to Become a Disability Confident Employer. // Learn more about strategic planning & implementation: ► Subscribe so you never miss a video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ► Get free workbook to guide you along the process: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-process-template-workbook ► Learn how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-steps-course 00:00 intro 0:51 about Tova and her work 2:14 how she began on the diversity and inclusion journey 6:20 what people are missing about diversity and inclusion 11:29 3 wins of hiring people with disabilities 12:47 tips for being more inclusive 21:20 how to start talking about diversity & inclusion 24:23 biases in the hiring process 25:29 new Canadian regulations coming out 27:03 the importance of values for inclusion 31:04 tangible advice for diversity & inclusion 39:08 more about Tova's book & where to get ahold of her // More strategic planning resources: ► Join our free community: https://strategy-and-leadership.mn.co/ ► Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator-consultant ► Want software to track your strategic plan. Get a 90-day free trial of Cascade Strategy: http://www.smestrategy.net/cascade // Connect with us: Blog ► https://www.smestrategy.net/blog Strategy & Leadership Podcast ►https://www.smestrategy.net/podcast Alignment Book ► https://www.smestrategy.net/alignment-book Contact us ►https://www.smestrategy.net/contact Subscribe on YouTube ► https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 // ABOUT SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnH5mFiOQuo

Tara discusses how each person on your team's exposure to uncertainty and risk tolerance has an impact on strategy implementation. Uncertainty is not uncommon in business. For some, uncertainty will feel off the charts, while others will hardly be bothered. The key is to take a step back and narrow your focus on the key drivers of uncertainty are that are having a big impact on your business. #StrategyExecution #RiskandUncertaintyinBusiness #StrategicPlanningProcess Tara Rethore is a Washington D.C.-based strategic advisor, executive coach, speaker, and the CEO of Strategy for Real. To watch our full length conversation with Tara: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNcIDRNtk4c Get our FREE Strategic Planning Workbook template here: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-process-template-workbook Never miss a video and get ongoing training (for free). Sign up and get each new video directly in your inbox: https://www.smestrategy.net/the-brand-new-video-series Enroll in our strategic planning course to learn our process for creating a strategic plan successfully (without hiring anyone): https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-steps-course Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? Book a complimentary consultation to learn more about our approach: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact Want software to track & monitor your strategic plan? Get a 90-day free trial of Cascade Strategy: www.smestrategy.net/cascade // WEBSITE & RESOURCES: Website ► https://www.smestrategy.net/ Blog ► https://www.smestrategy.net/blog Strategy & Leadership Podcast ►https://www.smestrategy.net/podcast Alignment Book ► https://www.smestrategy.net/alignment-book Contact ►https://www.smestrategy.net/contact // FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/Smestrategy/ LinkedIn ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/2866558 Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/anthonyctaylor/ Twitter ►https://twitter.com/smeinsights // ABOUT SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations. For more information on working with a facilitator for your next strategy session: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator-and-facilitation-services ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNzAjlY847g