Invite a facilitator to assist you and guide the strategic planning process. This will allow all of the planning team members to fully participate, without having to concern themselves with process or taking notes while searching for strategic innovations. Capture the results of the workshop in a written document. One of the highest risks of strategic planning is the failure to follow up. A written record of the plan is important in order to set the stage for effective execution, follow up, and monitoring.
Strategic planning is an exciting experience.
The potential for quality results can be increased through careful preparation for, and skillful management of, the process.