Why SMEs Need Strategic Plans | LAYC 92

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Welcome to Episode 92 of the Lift As You Climb podcast! In today's episode, our host, Isabel Alexander, dives into the critical topic of why entrepreneurs need a strategic plan for their businesses. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting on your entrepreneurial journey, this episode offers valuable insights into the importance of strategic planning and how it can transform your business's trajectory.

Key Takeaways:

- Understand why having a strategic plan is essential for entrepreneurs.

- Explore the common misconceptions and challenges that entrepreneurs face when it comes to strategic planning.

- Learn how to create a strategic plan that aligns with your business vision, values, and priorities.

- Discover the significance of celebrating milestones and achievements along the way.

- Gain insights into how strategic planning can prepare your business for growth and even eventual sales.

Join Isabel as she shares her own experiences and practical advice on how to approach strategic planning for your business. Don't miss this episode if you're looking to take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level and set a clear path for your business's success.

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About the Host:

Isabel Alexander

Your Next Business Strategist and Transformation Catalyst

Isabel Alexander's journey from modest beginnings to global recognition epitomizes entrepreneurial resilience and innovation. With over five decades of experience spanning diverse industries, she has become a driving force in shaping economic landscapes worldwide. Noteworthy accomplishments include founding a multimillion-dollar global chemical wholesale business and earning accolades such as Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women.

As a mentor and advocate, Isabel empowers women entrepreneurs through initiatives like the Lift As You Climb Movement and podcasts, guiding them from startup to maturity. Serving as Chief Encore Officer of The Encore Catalyst, she dedicates herself to coaching and educating emerging entrepreneurs. Her involvement in organizations like RenegadesReinventing.com and Femme on Fire underscores her commitment to leadership and business development.

Additionally, Isabel's advisory roles with government bodies and trade associations, such as Chair of the Canadian Association of Importers & Exporters, highlight her influence in shaping trade policies and fostering international relations.

Driven by her mantra, "Lift As You Climb," Isabel embodies the ethos of mutual growth and empowerment. With dual citizenship in Canada and the United States, she values her extensive family and embraces global connections through travel and professional engagements. Isabel Alexander's narrative serves as a beacon of inspiration, illustrating how visionary leadership and strategic advising can drive global entrepreneurship and economic independence forward.

Founder:

The Encore Catalyst Facebook page ( https://www.facebook.com/TheEncoreCatalyst )

and

Chief Encore Officer, The Encore Catalyst (www.theencorecatalyst.com) – an accelerator for feminine wisdom, influence, and impact.

also

Author & Speaker ‘Who Am I Now? – Feminine Wisdom Unmasked Uncensored’ https://whoaminowbook.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabelannalexander/

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