Setting Goals

Shared goals have many benefits. They clarify priorities, reduce conflict, increase engagement, increase collaboration, and make the coordination of activities easier. When combined, they increase productivity and quality.

Creating quality goals adds another layer of benefits. A quality goal is carefully chosen and well-worded. It will attract new supporters, retain existing supporters, and inspire people.

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Looking Forward

There is going to be another downturn in the economy. No one knows when, but we all know it will happen. […]

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The Strategic Leader Looks Outward

Every mission statement promises something to the community. Ensuring a parochial school keeps its promises may be one of the more challenging tasks the school leader faces. […]

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Becoming More Strategic

Last week we challenged you to increase your level of strategic thinking. This week we will help your nonprofit step away from its old strategic model. […]

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Be More than a School

Being a parochial school causes people to think all you do is provide an education and teach religion. You know the lifelong success of your students depends on more than that. […]

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What Success Requires

If a parochial school is going to be sustainably, it must be unique, provide real value, and be economically sound. […]

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How Do You Handle Turbulence?

It is impossible to dodge turbulence. What is the secret to improving performance during turbulent times? […]

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Challenge the Norm

Challenging the norm is the best way to keep a parochial school relevant. There are many norms. Which one should you challenge? […]

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