"RG175 was a lifesaver for our Strategic Plan process. The firm steered something that could have been a divisive process and made it into a unifying one."
RG175 is a Leader in Strategic Facilitation
We believe that most independent school strategic plans are not the least bit strategic: they are operational. Operational plans are still critically important for a head of school to run an independent school. Strategy, we believe, is how a school beats its competition and stands out in a crowded marketplace with niche programming.
Most independent schools move forward with planning without a clear Vision Statement. We wonder how you can build a plan if you don’t know where you’re going. A vision statement is a school’s “northstar” and this is a critical component in the creation of any kind of strategy for an independent school.
Many independent schools are struggling with enrollment and finances. We often believe this could be attributed to several factors, but one of them would clearly be operating without a clear vision and building a plan to help achieve that vision.
We believe the best service we can offer schools that need to work on strategy is to offer our strategic facilitation.
Vision Planning:
Strategic Facilitation involves guiding individuals or groups in a structured process to develop, refine, and implement strategic plans. This process significantly helps independent schools define their goals, assess their current situation, develop strategies, and implement action plans. RG175 consultants act as a neutral guide, ensuring all participants have a voice, and that the process is inclusive and productive.
To make all of this happen, RG175 consultants offer the following:
- Creating a vision statement before focusing on strategy
- Neutral guidance
- A structured process
- We ensure inclusion
- Time management
- Enhanced creativity and innovation
- Increased engagement and motivation
- Faster implementation
This is often accomplished through organizing four phases of Strategic facilitation:
- Gaining buy-in
- Assessment
In certain situations, RG175 will go further and provide:
- Strategy sessions
- Action planning
This is all discussed before a planning initiative with RG175 takes place.
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