In this episode of the Voice of Influence podcast, Andrea interviews Anthony Taylor, CEO of SME Strategy. Anthony, a seasoned facilitator of strategy sessions across North America, shares insights from his extensive experience. They discuss the importance of strategic planning, the difference between strategy, strategic initiatives, and strategic planning, and the critical elements of ensuring alignment within an organization. The conversation covers the impact of the pandemic on strategic planning, the common causes of resistance to strategic planning, and the elements that make vision and mission statements effective. Anthony emphasizes the importance of ongoing communication, the role of adaptability in strategic systems, and offers advice for those looking to have a voice of influence in their organization. Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/321 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact