What Is Your Hoped-For Future?

Are you just going through the motions? Or are you on the path of your hoped-for future? If not, maybe it’s time to start.

I recently blogged about a new book, Being Strategic. I ordered and received my copy a few weeks back. A couple days later, Erika Andersen–the author, sent a signed copy (thanks, Erika!).

At the time of this post, I’m over 50% done with my first read. I’m going through this pretty quickly the first time. The second read will be more deliberate. I’ve read enough, though, that I’m ready to share some thoughts.

Let me share Erika’s definitions for STRATEGY and TACTICS:

Strategy - core directional choices that will best move you toward your hoped-for future.

Tactics - specific actions that will best implement your strategies.

Maybe you prefer other definitions for these terms. For me, Erika says it best. What is your hoped-for future? What actions are you taking to achieve this?

Not sure you are cut out for this? Here is a little more guidance about being strategic:

• Define the Challenge
• Clarify What Is
• Envision What’s the Hope
• Face What’s in the Way
• Determine What’s the Path