Strategy formation and Strategy deployment require significantly different approaches. Different discussions, different mindset and distinct outcomes.
The Joined-Up Strategy model captures the essence of strategic direction. It is a big picture, free from operational details, simple in nature and meaningful in intent. Strategic direction addresses the external forces and looks long term.
A strategic plan then builds a short to medium term plan based on the strategic direction. This plan is realistic but remains high level, avoiding detail that should be developed further down the organisation.
Now our goals retreats are done and dusted really excited about my speaker program for the beginning of the year. Have a read here and also look at the events pages.