Strategic Planning Key Terminology

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One-Page Strategy

A One Page Strategy is a concise, single-page document that outlines an organization's strategic vision, goals, and key initiatives. This streamlined approach to strategic planning provides a clear and accessible summary of the strategic plan, making it easy for all stakeholders to understand and align their efforts. The One Page Strategy distills complex plans into essential elements - what does our organization do? What is our mission? What are our values and how will we measure our success? This context setting document is critical for new employees, and in the StratSimple software it's critical for giving our AI the context it needs to help provide customized relevant coaching.

Key Components of a One Page Strategy:

  • Vision: A brief statement that describes the organization's long-term aspirations and what it ultimately aims to achieve. The vision provides inspiration and direction.
  • Mission: A concise declaration of the organization's core purpose and focus, outlining why it exists and what it aims to achieve.
  • Strategic Goals: High-level objectives that the organization aims to achieve within a specific timeframe. These goals provide direction and focus for strategic efforts.

Benefits of a One Page Strategy:

  • Clarity and Focus: By condensing the strategic plan into a single page, the One Page Strategy ensures that the most important elements are clear and easily understood.
  • Alignment: The concise format helps align team efforts with the organization's strategic priorities, ensuring that everyone is working towards the same goals.
  • Accessibility: The One Page Strategy is easy to share and communicate, making it accessible to all stakeholders, from employees to board members.
  • Simplified Communication: The document serves as a powerful communication tool, providing a straightforward summary of the strategic plan that can be easily referenced and discussed.
  • Efficient Planning: The process of creating a One Page Strategy forces organizations to distill their plans to the most essential elements, promoting efficient and focused planning.