Inside this post is my affiliate links. If you click on the links and make a purchase I will make a small percentage from the products you purchased. January 6th was National Shortbread Day #NationalShortbreadDay. I know I must have had #Shortbread sometime in my life but I can’t remember what it taste like. I was thinking of having David stop by the grocery story and picking up Lorna Doone Shortbread Cookies to go with the Milk we have for a #snack during movie night tonight. Would you like to join us? Have you ever tasted a delicious all-Butter Shortbread? If not on January 6th, people celebrate  National Walker’s Shortbread Day,…

Inside this post is my affiliate link. If you click on the links and make a purchase I will make a small percentage from the products you purchase. January 6th is National Bean Day #NationalBeanDay. I had meant to have David get a bag of Pinto Beans last night when he went to the Grocery Store but I forgot. It’s so cold here I wanted to have Pinto Beans, Sweet Cornbread and Fried Taters with Hamburger Patties for dinner. Instead we are having Spaghetti because Charlie asked for it. I remember as a child going to my grandmothers home and she would have cans of Campbell’s Bean Soup in the…

Common strategic planning traps—and how to sidestep them By Drew Yancey, PhD As executives immerse themselves the 2025 strategic planning season, the process can feel like a balancing act. Developing a strategic plan that both drives meaningful change and satisfies stakeholders is a complex task, made even more challenging by the fast-evolving landscape of marketplace needs, industry trends, and technological advancements. However, many leaders unknowingly fall into common pitfalls that can derail their planning efforts. To avoid these, it’s crucial to approach strategic planning with intentionality, foresight, and a willingness to embrace change. Based on insights drawn from value proposition redesign practices and real-world business challenges, here are some of…