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EPISODE · Sep 2, 2026 · 7 MIN

The Biggest Lie in Strategic Planning

from The Fundraising Coach · host Tom Iselin

Board members say it all the time. "We're just not ready to make that decision." It sounds thoughtful. Responsible. Even wise. After all, no one wants to rush an important decision. But after facilitating hundreds of strategic planning retreats across the country, I've come to believe this is often the biggest lie in strategic planning. Not because board members are dishonest. They're not. Most are intelligent, dedicated people who genuinely want what's best for the organization. The problem is that "we're not ready" is often a more comfortable way of saying, "We know what we need to do—we just don't want to do it." Tune in to hear more!  

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