106. Do You Know the 7 Elements in Strategic Planning?

The Integrated Life | Live a Purpose Full life

In this episode of The Integrated Life podcast, Diana welcomes Marion Medina, founder of Generate Vision. Marion shares the seven key elements of successful strategic planning—proven through her work with numerous ministries and non-profits.

Discover how these strategies can help you achieve success in your business or project.

Matthew 14:28-32

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Quick Episode Summary:

• Diana Romero welcomes Marion Medina, a friend and expert in strategy and planning, to discuss how to bring visions to life.
• Marion shares her journey from pastoral ministry to launching her own business, combining strategic planning and spiritual formation.
• She explains the importance of cohorts—groups learning together—and how they enhance strategic outcomes.
• Marion outlines the seven elements of strategic planning: vision, assessment, mission, values, strategic aims, SMART goals, and action steps.
• The discussion highlights the difference between vision (the desired state) and mission (the plan to achieve it), emphasizing their distinct roles.
• Marion underscores the value of collaboration, advising solopreneurs to seek a team or advisors to enhance their strategies.
• Diana reflects on the importance of aligning personal and organizational values with measurable behaviors to create meaningful impact.
• Marion shares a biblical perspective from Habakkuk 2, emphasizing the need to “write the vision and make it plain” for others to follow.
• The episode concludes with encouragement to trust God’s guidance, use strategic tools effectively, and live an integrated life of faith, family, and work, spreading the hashtag #GodGetsMe.