Assignment 1: A Case Analysis-Anita Should Do Strategy Implementation

Anita should do strategy implementation. Anita could have reinforced the set plans that was already successful for the organization. The retreats goals were to review the mission statement and to make vital changes if needed. The strategic planning retreat was not to reconstruct the organization. Anita wanted to discuss her plans for the forward movement of the organization at the retreat, the was not the appropriate time. The organization already had a profitable year. Anita should have planned to maintain the organization 's present success and reinforce the organization 's plans, purposes, and procedures- the three P’s. The most difficult transition for a leader and organization is adapting to a new leadership role and adapting to a new …show more content…
Because they already had a profitable year. I would have analyzed the arts missions statement, I would have a study with Bill to review what he had done to be successful in that profitable year. I would have maintained the strategy that was already in place. Bill Mitchell had a good rapport with the people in the community. They donated, participated, and they were loyal to the organization because of his leadership. I would have made it my priority to make Bill’s connections my connections. Before Bill had left I would have asked him who was the highest donator, how do I keep them donating, how did you show your appreciation to your loyal contributors, and how did you keep them loyal? I also would have had a community day at the arts center. To introduce myself as CEO, (even if the community already knows who I am) show the community that the CEO has changed. But the loyalty to good art and to the community has not changed. I would not have used the organization’s finances for the expenses of a community day. I would have asked for donations and participation from local businesses and families to help with a community day. So, that I can build a stronger relationship within the community. The best way to motivate employees is to treat them in a way that is motivating . I like this quote because this applies to people in general. We treat people in a way that is motivating and encouraging, then the …show more content…
Anita had a board member who was married to an executive of Walmart. I think Anita should connect with her and see if she can use her as an ally. Because they do need a new strategy and Anita can use some help. I do think Anita should consider collaboration with the new center in Bella because she’s overwhelmed. The people who are forming this new center in Bella may have more experience than her in facilitating an organization. Anita is used to being VP, she is not used to being a CEO. I really think they should have trained her for the CEO position before just giving it to her because she did not have experience. I think collaborating with the possible arts center in Bella will relieve some of the stress and responsibilities off of Anita. The collaboration could prevent the organization of any more financial setbacks. The collaboration could possibly stop the organization from potential