The Ultimate Guide to Annual Business Planning: A Leadership Lab Approach (6 Parts)

This podcast is a continuation, part 2/6, of a series by Mo Rousso on annual business planning. It focuses on two key practices for creating a successful business plan: setting Big Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAGs) and creating a Stop Doing List. The article outlines how to craft BHAGs that align with long-term business vision and break them down into shorter-term goals called 3HAGs, 1HAGs, and QHAGs. It also explains the importance of creating a Stop Doing List to identify and eliminate non-value-adding tasks and activities, thereby freeing up resources to focus on strategic priorities.The article can be found here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ultimate-guide-annual-business-planning-leadership-lab-mo-rousso-epucc/?trackingId=hpmelJWaQMOlwNhgTdippw%3D%3DSubscribe to the free Leadership Lab weekly newsletter here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7233920568528384000/?displayConfirmation=true

The podcast addresses the essentials of annual business planning with expert insights from Mo Rousso. Known for his human-centered approach, even in a tech-driven world, Rousso emphasizes the importance of setting a clear vision and developing a concise strategy. The discussion highlights how a long-term, impactful vision and a practical, strength-based strategy can guide businesses. The content introduces key practices such as setting big, ambitious BHAGs and creating stop doing lists. Rousso advocates for SMART goals and regular plan reviews to ensure adaptability and continuous improvement. The podcast concludes by stressing the importance of keeping the human element central, even as AI becomes more prevalent.https://www.linkedin.com/in/morousso/