Question

10. Explain how strategic momentum and strategic control may lead to a new beginning

Answer 1

Ans) The energy and excitement at the moment of creation are why we counsel clients to move through the planning process as quickly as possible and commence with the work laid out in the plan as soon as they are back at their desks. It is important to capture the momentum that is generated while creating the plan and carry it back to the office to begin the work identified. Because…even with that inspiring spark during planning, it often becomes a challenge to maintain energy for strategic initiatives and create a new future once everyone is back in their day-to-day work environment.

Here are some steps you can take to assure that momentum on strategies for the future is sustained:

- Assure that the length of time to create/affirm/revise your vision, approve the strategic agenda going forward and finalize your strategic plan is as short as possible.
After the plan is in place, schedule time at least monthly to review progress on the plan. Be sure that your leadership team discusses any initiatives that are behind schedule and that they understand why, asking what the team can do to help get the initiative back on track.
Collect data and look at metrics on your strategic projects to tell you whether the strategies being deployed are working or not. Are they amp your plan active and accurate by making