Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

I am frequently asked about the difference between mission vision purpose strategy and goals, and where do values fit? The post The Difference Between Mission Vision Purpose Strategy and Goals appeared first on Seapoint Center for Collaborative Leadership. Most people don’t care about definitions, and that’s unfortunate.

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Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

JUNE 6, 2017

Her district was doing well, meeting sales goals and store operations were generally smooth. Marissa was frustrated. As district manager of a large retail chain, she was responsible for ten stores. The problem was that her boss, the regional manager, was a micromanager.

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Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

JUNE 24, 2013

An organization without a clear vision or goals is like a river without banks—it stagnates and goes nowhere. The last component of a compelling vision is having a clear set of operating values. What are the operating values that should guide the behavior of our leaders in Washington? What are America’s key national goals?

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Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

AUGUST 13, 2012

Systems, work processes structures and practices that support achieving the vision and goals of the organization make it easier for people to accomplish their work and allow the organization to be nimble and responsiveness to changing needs. Supportive systems and structures. Participation, collaboration, and teamwork are a way of life.

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Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

JULY 14, 2013

An organization needs an aspirational goal that is relevant and transformational and is about more than just “doing business every day.” A transcendent goal that people can connect with helps them stay engaged and motivated. They can ask themselves everyday, “Am I operating within the spirit of the vision?”.

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Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

JANUARY 17, 2012

There is a growing sense of dissatisfaction or impatience, which might be directed toward the goals, leadership or other team members. Suggest that the team review its purpose and operating values. Set challenging goals. As work gets underway, tension arises as the discrepancy between initial hopes and the realities surface.

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Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

JULY 11, 2013

Much like an algebraic formula, there is a correct order of operation for leadership as well.

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