This is a question we are regularly asked at Woodland Strategies. Typically, a full strategic planning process can take up to six to eight months, depending on how in-depth the organizational planning team wants to take things.

Your messaging – your values, mission and vision statements – can, and should, last between eight and twelve weeks. This is really the most fundamental part of your plan. It should never be rushed.

Strategic plans should also at a minimum include an Environmental Scan, Stakeholder Analysis, SWOT Analysis, Strategic Risk Assessment, and Evaluations – in addition to the regular Goals, Objectives and Action plans.

Woodland Strategies is a professional consulting firm located in Minneapolis, MN. We assist a variety of organizations with strategic planning, marketing strategy, development and basic business planning. We specialize in small businesses, nonprofits and startups. We are available to assist you with both in-depth and complete planning processes, or smaller scale planning, as determined by your own individual needs.

Woodland Strategies also enjoys working with many repeat clients to facilitate their annual meetings, and one-day workshops to audit their progress.

We work with trade associations, professional associations, schools, fine arts organizations, small businesses, and more!

Where ever your organization may be, we can assist you as you navigate your goals for positive outcomes. Get started today! Contact Woodland Strategies for more information.