Full Steam Ahead! Unleash the Power of Vision in Your Company and Your Life

A bestselling business author explains the need for a guiding vision for the future, emphasizing that everyone is capable of creating and implementing one

She's startled by the e-mail messages the company's new president, Jim, sends to all employees. This story takes up the bulk of the book, as Blanchard and Stoner incorporate Jim and Ellie's discussions of vision (which includes recognizing your purpose and values and having a firm picture of the future) into the parable. They're honest, upbeat and filled with personal anecdotes. Ellie has just returned to her job at an insurance company after an unpleasant divorce. . Jim encourages Ellie to think about herself and her career, while she helps him create a vision and plan for changes at the company. Their first conversation is the start of a long and productive friendship. Although the book rarely breaks from Jim and Ellie to offer general counsel, the authors' simple, straightforward writing style makes their advice obvious.Copyright 200

A Good Way to Start Strategic Planning Carol M. Should you be involved in Strategic Planning and you need to understand the processes involved, this book is helpful. In a story format, the authors lead you through processes and ideas that ensure that in the end, the plan which you develop is relevan. Great Book! Frank Written in a narrative form, but full of thought provoking situations that are helpful if your team or organization is defining its core values and coming up with a vision statement.. "Five Stars" according to Liver Dude. good