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What are the three parts of good strategy?
What are the three parts of good strategy?
- Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities
- Diagnosis, Guiding Policy, Coherent Actions (correct)
- Diagnosis, Action Plan, Evaluation
- Challenges, Goals, Objectives
What is one hallmark of bad strategy?
What is one hallmark of bad strategy?
- Prioritization of resources
- Effective challenge definition
- Clear objectives
- Fluff (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a reason why bad strategy flourishes?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why bad strategy flourishes?
- Template-Driven Approaches
- Emulating Superstars
- Lack of Clear Goals
- Robust Analysis (correct)
What does 'Diagnosis' in good strategy refer to?
What does 'Diagnosis' in good strategy refer to?
What is meant by 'Guiding Policy' in the context of good strategy?
What is meant by 'Guiding Policy' in the context of good strategy?
How does a good strategy improve organizational effectiveness?
How does a good strategy improve organizational effectiveness?
Mistaking goals for strategy usually results in what kind of scenario?
Mistaking goals for strategy usually results in what kind of scenario?
What is a characteristic of bad strategic objectives?
What is a characteristic of bad strategic objectives?
What is described as the heartbeat of every business?
What is described as the heartbeat of every business?
Which factor is NOT explicitly mentioned as important in the marketing architectural services process?
Which factor is NOT explicitly mentioned as important in the marketing architectural services process?
What is the business development process primarily focused on?
What is the business development process primarily focused on?
Which of the following is NOT a result of good decision-making?
Which of the following is NOT a result of good decision-making?
What characterizes a good strategy according to the lesson on good and bad strategy?
What characterizes a good strategy according to the lesson on good and bad strategy?
What role does the marketing team play in business success?
What role does the marketing team play in business success?
In the context of pursuing a project, passion should be viewed as?
In the context of pursuing a project, passion should be viewed as?
What is the outcome of a good decision as stated in business management?
What is the outcome of a good decision as stated in business management?
What does a business strategy typically include?
What does a business strategy typically include?
Which component of a business plan focuses on specific measurable goals?
Which component of a business plan focuses on specific measurable goals?
What aspect does a marketing plan specifically detail?
What aspect does a marketing plan specifically detail?
What is the primary focus of the operating plan?
What is the primary focus of the operating plan?
What does the staffing and human resources section of the operating plan cover?
What does the staffing and human resources section of the operating plan cover?
Which of the following best describes the role of the value proposition in a business strategy?
Which of the following best describes the role of the value proposition in a business strategy?
In which section of a business plan would you likely find key performance indicators (KPIs)?
In which section of a business plan would you likely find key performance indicators (KPIs)?
What does the financial plan outline?
What does the financial plan outline?
What is the primary goal of an accurate diagnosis in a strategic context?
What is the primary goal of an accurate diagnosis in a strategic context?
Which of the following best describes a guiding policy in strategic planning?
Which of the following best describes a guiding policy in strategic planning?
According to the content, what is a characteristic of coherent actions in strategic planning?
According to the content, what is a characteristic of coherent actions in strategic planning?
What does a good strategy primarily focus on, according to Richard Rumelt?
What does a good strategy primarily focus on, according to Richard Rumelt?
Why is it essential to reduce complexities and ambiguities within the guiding policy?
Why is it essential to reduce complexities and ambiguities within the guiding policy?
What can a particularly insightful diagnosis lead to in strategic planning?
What can a particularly insightful diagnosis lead to in strategic planning?
In the context of strategy, what does the term 'advantage' refer to?
In the context of strategy, what does the term 'advantage' refer to?
What is the significance of coordinating actions in strategic planning?
What is the significance of coordinating actions in strategic planning?
What is the primary focus of the architectural firm's guiding policy related to client satisfaction?
What is the primary focus of the architectural firm's guiding policy related to client satisfaction?
Which of the following actions is NOT mentioned as part of the architectural firm's strategy development?
Which of the following actions is NOT mentioned as part of the architectural firm's strategy development?
What outcome is the architectural firm aiming to achieve by implementing proactive client engagement initiatives?
What outcome is the architectural firm aiming to achieve by implementing proactive client engagement initiatives?
How does the architectural firm intend to incorporate sustainable design principles?
How does the architectural firm intend to incorporate sustainable design principles?
What is the primary purpose of a business plan?
What is the primary purpose of a business plan?
What method does the architectural firm use to highlight its expertise in sustainable design?
What method does the architectural firm use to highlight its expertise in sustainable design?
Which key element helps identify and prioritize potential paths for business growth?
Which key element helps identify and prioritize potential paths for business growth?
Which issue did the architectural firm identify as a problem affecting client satisfaction?
Which issue did the architectural firm identify as a problem affecting client satisfaction?
What type of education initiatives does the architectural firm engage in as part of its strategy?
What type of education initiatives does the architectural firm engage in as part of its strategy?
What critical information is typically included in the Executive Summary of a business plan?
What critical information is typically included in the Executive Summary of a business plan?
What result did the architectural firm experience as they focused on sustainable design and client engagement?
What result did the architectural firm experience as they focused on sustainable design and client engagement?
What does the General Company Description section of a business plan typically outline?
What does the General Company Description section of a business plan typically outline?
How does a business plan help when seeking funding?
How does a business plan help when seeking funding?
What vital component does the History & Market Potential section highlight?
What vital component does the History & Market Potential section highlight?
Which aspect is essential for businesses to avoid missing growth opportunities?
Which aspect is essential for businesses to avoid missing growth opportunities?
What does the mission statement of a business represent?
What does the mission statement of a business represent?
Flashcards
Marketing Architectural Services
Marketing Architectural Services
The process of attracting new clients to sustain and grow the practice. It involves communication, showcasing firm quality, and building a strong reputation.
Business Development
Business Development
The act of convincing prospective clients that a firm is the best choice for a project. It involves showcasing the firm's creative and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and passion for the project.
Purchase Decision
Purchase Decision
The process of evaluating the pros and cons of a project to decide whether to pursue it. It involves considering the project's potential benefits and risks.
The Marketing Team
The Marketing Team
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Good Strategy
Good Strategy
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Bad Strategy
Bad Strategy
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What is a Diagnosis in Strategy?
What is a Diagnosis in Strategy?
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What is a Guiding Policy in Strategy?
What is a Guiding Policy in Strategy?
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What are Coherent Actions in Strategy?
What are Coherent Actions in Strategy?
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What is Fluff in Strategy?
What is Fluff in Strategy?
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What is a Failure to Face the Challenge in Strategy?
What is a Failure to Face the Challenge in Strategy?
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What is Mistaking Goals for Strategy?
What is Mistaking Goals for Strategy?
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Is Bad Strategy just the absence of Good Strategy?
Is Bad Strategy just the absence of Good Strategy?
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What is the Key Idea behind a Good Strategy?
What is the Key Idea behind a Good Strategy?
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Accurate Diagnosis
Accurate Diagnosis
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Guiding Policy
Guiding Policy
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Coherent Actions
Coherent Actions
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Focus in Strategy
Focus in Strategy
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Importance of Strategy
Importance of Strategy
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Leverage in Strategy
Leverage in Strategy
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Strategy for Advantage
Strategy for Advantage
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Business Strategy
Business Strategy
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Strategic Objectives
Strategic Objectives
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Value Proposition
Value Proposition
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Market Positioning
Market Positioning
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Marketing Plan
Marketing Plan
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Operating Plan
Operating Plan
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Staffing and Human Resources
Staffing and Human Resources
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Financial Plan
Financial Plan
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What is a good strategy?
What is a good strategy?
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What is a Guiding Policy?
What is a Guiding Policy?
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What are Coherent Actions?
What are Coherent Actions?
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What is a Good Strategy?
What is a Good Strategy?
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What are Coherent Actions?
What are Coherent Actions?
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What is a Guiding Policy?
What is a Guiding Policy?
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What is the purpose of the "Overview" section in a business plan?
What is the purpose of the "Overview" section in a business plan?
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What does the "Executive Summary" in a business plan cover?
What does the "Executive Summary" in a business plan cover?
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What information does the "General Company Description" section of a business plan include?
What information does the "General Company Description" section of a business plan include?
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Why is a business plan crucial for securing funding?
Why is a business plan crucial for securing funding?
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How does having a business plan help businesses capitalize on opportunities?
How does having a business plan help businesses capitalize on opportunities?
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What role does a business plan play in achieving business goals?
What role does a business plan play in achieving business goals?
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How does a business plan attract investors and stakeholders?
How does a business plan attract investors and stakeholders?
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In what way does a business plan build credibility and trust?
In what way does a business plan build credibility and trust?
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Study Notes
Lesson 2: Marketing Architectural Services
- Marketing is crucial for any business, turning ideas into opportunities and connections into lasting success.
- Specific learning objectives include identifying marketing architectural concepts used in the industry.
Marketing
- The process of gaining new clients and growing the practice.
- Communication with existing and potential clients is essential.
- Effective communication includes correspondence, website, design quality, reputation, and how receptionists answer the phone.
- Convincing clients of a firm's creative ability, attention to detail, and project passion are crucial.
Purchase Decision
- Deciding whether to pursue a project.
- "Business development" is a more effective way to describe this process than "sales."
- Convincing the client that the firm is the best choice is the aim.
Good Decision Making
- Leads to better outcomes and reduced repercussions.
- Good decisions can both improve options and close off others, leading to new opportunities and learning from mistakes.
Marketing Team
- Critical to business success, handling brand awareness, promoting products/services, and customer service/engagement in public forums.
Lesson 3: Good Strategy & Bad Strategy in Business Planning
- "Strategy" should be a cohesive response to challenges, not just a measure of decision-making ability.
- Specific learning objectives entail identifying the difference between good and bad strategy.
Strategy (Good Strategy)
- Identifies a crucial problem clearly.
- Sets guiding principles to address the problem.
- Includes coherent actions to accomplish the guiding policy.
Strategy (Bad Strategy)
- Often fluff, restatements of the obvious, or mixed with buzzwords.
- It often avoids addressing the core challenge.
Lesson 4: Business Plan
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Definition of a business plan: A document outlining a company's business activities and how to achieve goals.
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Importance of a Business Plan:
- Startup companies use them to gain funding and get off the ground.
- Established companies use them to maintain focus on goals.
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Importance of a business plan:
- Provides a roadmap for any stage of the business.
- Helps clarify business goals and strategies and ensure that a business stays on track while growing.
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Securing Funding through a Business Plan:
- Investors and lenders require them for investment consideration.
- Demonstrates research and a developed business concept.
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The process of creating a business plan forces entrepreneurs to conduct thorough market research.
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It validates the business idea, identifies challenges and opportunities, and enhances business success.
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Essential Elements of a Business Plan:
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Overview: Brief description, mission, vision, and core values.
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Executive Summary: Business concept, products/services, market need, and model.
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General Company Description: Business name, location, type of business entity.
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History and Market Potential: History, milestones, market size, trends, and demographics.
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Mission: Purpose, strategic direction, values.
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Vision: Long-term aspirations and future state.
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Opportunity: Growth avenues, favorable business conditions.
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Industry & Market: Trends and competitive analysis.
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How it impacts business success:
- Guides strategy
- Shows financial viability
- Attracts investors.
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