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By Nick Koerbin
Have we completed our Annual General Meeting?
Have we inducted our new Board members? So what is next?
Heading into a new financial/year, the Board should now be scheduling some time to review your strategic plan?
As an association leader, you probably have a strategic plan for your organisation. But have you fully articulated why this plan is
important? And have you done all of the necessary work to properly develop one?
A comprehensive strategic plan is key to your association’s ability to thrive and grow in a competitive, complex landscape. A strategic
plan's purpose is to create an association's direction. Without this sense of direction, it is easy for an association to fall into the trap
of simply moving from one “priority” task to the next, without any sense of how this activity is contributing to a greater goal.
There are four key reasons why a strategic plan is vital for an association.
1. Outlines a roadmap towards success. No business can achieve great things without having a plan in place to
reach these outcomes.
2. Adds clarity and focus. It assists in ensuring that you target key actions and priorities, without getting
distracted by other things.
3. Builds awareness of strengths and weaknesses. Taking the time to consider what has worked well before, and
what hasn’t, is important for any organisation.
4. Creates a sense of purpose and unity. It shows everyone – from the President to the volunteers – what you
are striving for and the role that each individual can play.
What are the secrets to onboarding new members to your Association
The first meeting of an association's Board marks the beginning of a critical working relationship between Board members and the organisation they serve. It sets the tone for governance, collaboration, and strategic direction. A well-structured induction process ensures that new Board members are informed and confident and can contribute meaningfully from day one.
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