Process Description

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The Strategy Dojo process follows the Strategic Planning Theory of Action framework, which includes key components to align purpose, culture and execution, enabling leaders to deliver on their organizational promise. Here’s how each stage of the process contributes to building agile, strategic leadership:

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Key Components of the Strategy Dojo Process

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• Alignment of Purpose, Intention and Promise (A)

  • Leaders start by clarifying the organization’s mission, vision and brand promise. This alignment forms a foundation for cohesive decision-making that resonates throughout the organization.

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• Healthy Culture & Execution-Based Accountability (B)

  • Strategy Dojo emphasizes building a culture of trust, respect and responsibility where leaders and teams hold each other accountable to execute strategies effectively.

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• People and Teams (C, D)

  • Leaders are encouraged to foster continuous learning and understanding, setting a baseline of excellence that enables their teams to respond to challenges with confidence and skill.

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• Design Elements (E)

  • Leaders work on identifying non-negotiable, timeless practices that are essential for sustained success. These design elements serve as structural advantages, guiding decision-making and aligning teams with core objectives.

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• Evolving Practices and Tools (F)

  • Strategy Dojo instills adaptable practices and tools, allowing leaders to iteratively refine processes, respond to change and maintain operational agility.

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• Environment, Regulation, and Standards (G)

  • Leaders develop awareness of external constraints and opportunities, equipping them to manage risk proactively and ensure compliance while capitalizing on strategic advantages.

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• Action-Based Agreements & Operational Plans (H)

  • Clear agreements are established around actions, resource allocation and accountability. These agreements ensure that all initiatives are aligned with strategic priorities and executed with precision.

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• Outcomes and KPIs (I)

  • Strategy Dojo emphasizes benchmarking and evaluating outcomes, allowing leaders to assess performance against expectations and make data-driven adjustments.

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• Strategic Plan and Adaptability (J)

  • The process emphasizes adaptability, embedding feedback loops that help leaders continuously refine strategies to respond to organizational learning and external shifts.

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• Promise to Stakeholders (K)

  • By aligning purpose, strategy and execution, leaders ensure they are delivering on their commitment to customers, teams and society, reinforcing the organization’s impact.

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How Strategy Dojo Works

Through a series of structured coaching sessions, Strategy Dojo takes leaders through each stage of the AASP-based model, with a focus on:

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• Calibrating to World-Class Standards: Leaders set high benchmarks, aligning with best practices that set a clear standard for excellence.

• Defining Essential Design Elements: Leaders establish non-negotiable practices that provide consistency and strategic clarity across teams.

• Implementing Iterative Processes: Leaders adopt agile practices, continuously refining strategies and responding to evolving needs.

• Setting Action Agreements: Leaders create actionable, clear agreements around responsibilities and goals, fostering accountability and alignment.

• Evaluating and Adapting: By assessing outcomes and making adjustments, leaders ensure strategies remain aligned with long-term goals and adapt to changing conditions.

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Benefits of Strategy Dojo

• Clear Strategic Vision: Leaders gain a cohesive vision and focus, aligning every decision with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.

• Agility in Decision-Making: Strategy Dojo builds leaders' ability to make fast, effective decisions that consider risk, reward and impact.

• Team Alignment and Motivation: Leaders foster a culture of shared goals and accountability, enhancing motivation and cohesion.

• Sustainable Impact: The process of continuous improvement equips leaders to drive meaningful, lasting outcomes that align with their promise to stakeholders.

• Proactive Risk and Opportunity Management: Leaders develop a holistic view, identifying risks and uncovering opportunities, minimizing blind spots.

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Strategy Dojo empowers leaders to build a culture of strategic insight, agile execution and accountability, enabling them to drive lasting change and deliver on their commitment to stakeholders effectively and sustainably.