In This Issue:
Strategic Planning for the Time-Challenged
Simplified Strategic Planning Seminars
Interview with Bob Theune
Strategy Speakers
Strategic Planning Resources


 
June - Featured Article
Strategic Planning for the Time-Challenged
by Howard Muson

A simplified, action-oriented approach to planning best for many smaller and mid-sized companies.

Planning consumes valuable management time and resources, both of which are usually stretched thin in smaller and mid-sized companies. But planning doesn't have to be the monster that ate the company. In fact, smaller companies may need to do it more than larger companies precisely because it helps them set priorities for allocating scarce capital and limited management time.

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June - Seminars
Simplified Strategic Planning for Small to Mid-Sized Companies
Simplified Strategic Planning for Small to Mid-Sized Companies Increase Profits by Over 100%

Poor strategic planning is worse than no strategic planning. It can be a big waste of time and money. Even worse, it can lead to disaster. Avoid all this with Simplified Strategic Planning.TM

Michigan State University Whether you've been doing strategic planning for years or starting from scratch, you can acquire a streamlined process for developing and implementing your strategy. In just two days at the Michigan State University seminar on Simplified Strategic Planning for Small to Mid-Sized Companies, you'll learn our time-tested methodology, which has produced outstanding results for thousands of business people just like you.

Company Presidents and CEOs attend free of charge
when accompanied by at least one additional paid attendee.

Click here for more information

 
June - Client Corner
Interview with Bob Theune, president of Dunbarton Corporation

Bob Theune, president of Dunbarton Corporation, discusses how he got started with Simplified Strategic Planning and how it has helped him and his team achieve more of their annual objectives.

Dunbarton Corporation is a leader in the production of prefinished steel building products for commercial and residential applications. By pushing new ideas, improving production capabilities, and inventing new building solutions, Dunbarton has changed the way architects and builders think of doorframes and wardrobe doors. Dunbarton is located in Dothan, Alabama.

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June - Strategy Speakers
Outstanding Speakers for Your Next Event

Results-oriented presentations on strategy topics by entertaining executives who have real world experience in addressing the business challenges of your audience.

A sure hit for your company or association meeting.

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June - Strategic Planning Resources
Visit CSSP for complete resources for all your strategic planning needs.
Use the links below.

Click here for our Current Economic Situation...
Archive of articles
Frequently asked questions about strategic planning
Our best-selling book, Simplified Strategic Planning - for Busy People Who Want Results Fast!
Alignment for Implementation
Elements of Innovation
Simplified Strategic Planning in Action
Strategic management self-assessment
In-house workshops
Dynamic strategy presentations
Strategy consulting services
For associations

 


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