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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the difference between “Conventional Thinking” and “Strategic Thinking”?
Strategic Thinking is what separates the rich from
the poor – and not just in terms of money.
Most people are Conventional Thinkers. They may do
some planning and goal-setting, but other areas of their life or business go uncharted
altogether. Too often, their behaviors are largely a reaction to circumstances and others’
issues.
On the other hand, Strategic Thinkers have a clear
vision. Just like a high-school coach who walks onto the field with a written game plan, a
Strategic Thinker has given thought to all the key areas of their life and business, and
they have a clear vision. While they are flexible, they don’t leave things to chance or
simply react to someone else’s agenda. Strategic Thinkers have a charted course that is
right for them. Thus, Strategic Thinkers tend to be balanced and focused. Strategic
Thinking brings clarity and elevates profitability, energy, fitness, confidence and
overall achievement.
The bottom line, a Strategic
Thinker has a strong, competitive advantage over a Conventional Thinker.
What is Strategy 360?
Strategy 360 takes people and organizations
from Conventional Thinking to Strategic Thinking.
Strategy 360 is a powerful mind-mapping
system that helps organize all of the issues facing leaders, professionals, teachers and
students. Strategy 360 delivers practical MBA-level strategic skills that everyone
can use in developing an effective game plan. Strategy 360 is Socratic, so you
develop the game plan that is right for you.
Strategy 360 is defined:
Strat-e-gy 360 [strat-e-je 360] n.
A commanding view in all directions of one’s game plan. 2. The condition where one
has identified and addressed all key facets of life and business. 3. A complete
vision. 4. A clear plan, methodology or series of steps for achieving a specific
objective. 5. Complete evaluation through long-range thought and planning.
 Is Strategy
360 another motivational program?
No. We know that you're already motivated. In
fact, motivational programs are like going to a movie. It's just entertainment, with
no real life-changing content. By the time you go out for ice cream you've forgotten
half the movie, and by the next day it's about gone altogether.
On the other hand, Strategy 360 is a solid,
proven set of skills that have a permanent impact on the quality of your career, business
and life. These are skills that last a lifetime.
What does Strategy 360 look like - what exactly does it allow me to do?
In its simplest form, the Strategy
360 model is a powerful one-page framework. It has four categories of ten elements
that are all essential for complete strategic thinking. It facilitates an intelligent
outline for a business plan, but it has many other applications in the board room, court
room, class room and even the family room. It is a dynamic mind-mapping process that
facilitates a complete strategy based upon your own criteria.
 How
will Strategy 360 add value to my business?
Simply stated, individuals and organizations that
use Strategy 360 have a competitive advantage over those who do not.
Strategy 360 gives you a complete framework to insure that you have
addressed the ten elements that are essential for peak performance. All successful
organizations and individuals either intuitively or deliberately address the skills in
these ten areas.
MBA level business consultants cost $200-$600 an
hour. Strategy 360 delivers these key skills to you and your team for just a
fraction of those costs. That's value.
I'm an entrepreneur and I need to write a business plan. Can Strategy 360 help me?
Yes. In fact, in the addenda of
the book is both a one-page strategic planning worksheet, as well as a detailed outline
for a complete business plan. The DVD Series gives you even a deeper understanding of
comprehensive strategic planning, which are skills that every entrepreneur must have, but
may not have the time to go to business school to get.
What is the philosophy of the Strategy 360 DVD training programs?
Our key philosophy is that any
intelligent person can learn the fundamentals of strategic thinking in about one
hour. A comprehensive level takes about eight hours. Similar to the Harvard
case study method used in many business schools, Strategy 360 utilizes interesting case
studies to bring the principles alive. Our DVD series was filmed on all seven
continents ... making it the most powerful strategic planning executive education ever
produced.
As a parent, I want my kids to develop strategic skills for their own futures. Will Strategy
360 work for them?
Yes. While Strategy 360
uses core strategic skills for business professionals, it is presented in a format that
anyone from high-school age on can use. During our seminars, we frequently have
CEO's and students (along with professionals and parents) all developing their strategic
skills side by side, and with great results.
 Is
the Strategy 360 framework intuitive?
It is straight-forward, but it
does require some instruction. Once you have that training, you can plan out a great game
plan - even on a napkin over lunch.
Is Strategy 360 a new concept?
No. Strategy 360 is time tested. It was
developed in the 1980's and has been used for decades in consulting projects involving
many of the world's toughest problems.
Today the Strategy 360 framework and
principles are available in the book and the DVD training series.
What sets apart the Strategy 360 DVD Training Series from other training and
development programs?
The Strategy 360 DVD Training
Series was filmed over 12 years and on all seven continents. Using high-impact case
studies, this training makes a lasting impression where other videos just fall flat. Strategy
360 cuts out the happy-talk and theory and delivers strategic skills today that have a
practical, positive impact on your career, business and life.
Strategic planning sounds so difficult, and I don't have time to write a book. Can Strategy
360 work for me?
Yes. It is a common myth that a
strategic plan needs to be a long, thick document. In fact, a one-page strategic plan can
be accomplished using the Strategy 360 principles.
 Where
can I get the book, Strategy 360?
Strategy 360 book is
available at all fine bookstores everywhere, or you can link to Amazon.com
and get it right now.
Who Developed Strategy 360?
Strategy 360 was developed
by economist Randall Bell in the 1980's. He used the principles successfully in many
of the world's most challenging cases, and his career has been profiled in the major media
including the Wall Street Journal, People Magazine, CNN, and every major television
network. Using the Strategy 360 principles, he has consulted on many of the world's
toughest problems, such as the World Trade Center, the Flight 93 Crash Site, Hurricane
Katrina and the Bikini Atoll Nuclear Test Sites. Randall Bell has a MBA from UCLA.
Who has endorsed Strategy 360?
Strategy 360 has been
endorsed by many of the world's top CEO's and thought leaders. The book has received
excellent reviews as well, and the author has been the guest of the media on national
television on many occasions. We have many quotes though out our website.
Is the Strategy 360 DVD Training Series guaranteed?
Yes. It comes with a 100% money
back guarantee for 90 days. With over a 98% satisfaction rate, we are confident that
you will get the results you want.
Privacy Policy:
I want to submit my Email, but what is your privacy policy?
Our policy is simple. We
respect your privacy and never share that information with anyone.
I use Strategy 360, can I add my testimonial?
We always enjoy hearing from those
who have implemented the Strategy 360 principles. We want to hear your story,
so just contact us.
I understand that I can send Strategy 360 educational materials to organizations
that assist battered women, at-risk children and prisoner who are all working to develop
positive strategic plans. What organizations are these books and materials being
sent to?
We know that Strategy 360
principles are particularly powerful to those who are really struggling and want to turn
around their circumstances. If you elect to send Strategy 360 materials to
these organizations, they are currently sent to:
Laura's House
Ending the Silence of Domestic Violence
Corporate Office
999 Corporate Drive, Ste 225
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
Phone: (949) 361-3775
Fax: (949) 361-3548
www.laurashouse.org
Boys & Girls Club
1238 Lincoln Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90401-1704
Phone: (310) 393-9629
www.smbgc.org
Boys & Girls Club
Columbus Clubhouse
543 East 189th Street
Bronx, NY 10458
Phone: (718) 733-5500
www.madisonsquare.org
What if I have more questions?
We would be happy to talk to you, just contact
us!
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