Strategic Planning That Actually Works: A Step-by-Step Guide for Leaders | #3

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Build Better Teams | Team Building, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Strategic Planning & LEGO Serious Play
Strategic Planning That Actually Works: A Step-by-Step Guide for Leaders | #3
Mar 30, 2026 Season 1 Episode 3
Shannon Russell | Strategic Leadership & Team Facilitator Certified in LEGO® Serious Play®

In this episode of Build Better Teams, we break down how to run a strategic planning session that actually leads to clear decisions, team alignment, and real results.

Most strategic planning workshops fails for one simple reason. Too much discussion, not enough decision.

Hosted by Shannon Russell, Strategic Leadership and Team Facilitator certified in the LEGO® Serious Play® methodology, this episode walks you through a step-by-step process to design and lead more effective strategic planning workshops, leadership offsites, and team strategy sessions.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  •  Why most strategic planning meetings fail to create momentum 
  •  How to define clear outcomes before your session begins 
  •  How to choose the right people for your planning process 
  •  How to structure a strategic planning session for clarity and focus 
  •  How to turn ideas into decisions and assign ownership 
  •  Why follow-through and accountability are critical to success 
  •  How to create team alignment and execution after the session ends 

You’ll also learn how to move beyond endless conversations and start building a strategy your team can actually execute.

If you are a leader, HR professional, or responsible for strategic planning, team alignment, or leadership development inside your organization, this episode will give you a practical framework you can use immediately.

Because strong teams don’t happen by accident. They are designed.

🔗 Learn more or book a strategy call: https://buildbetterteamsconsulting.com.


🔗 Learn more about Build Better Teams Consulting, LEGO® Serious Play® workshops, events, and experiences, and book a strategy call with Shannon Russell at https://buildbetterteamsconsulting.com.

Remember, the best ideas don’t just get discussed, they get built!