Incited by an explosion of intra-Asian trade that will increase the region’s share of global exports to 27% by 2050 from 17% now, this wave will cause a quadrupling of worldwide exports to an estimated $68.5 trillion in the next 35 years, reveals a report by consulting firm GHY International.
Riding this new globalization wave should yield companies several significant advantages. These include extending the life of existing products and services by promoting them in new markets, as well as reducing dependence on existing U.S. markets, according to Entrepreneur magazine.
Companies whose business is plagued by destabilizing market fluctuations that stem from seasonal changes or demand cycles can also “even out sales” by tapping into markets with different or countercyclical fluctuations.
A strategic approach is needed, however, if companies are to take full advantage of globalization’s potential. Your strategy should include the following key points.
Going global is an achievable goal. It just takes a little patience and the right strategy.
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Over 70% of Executives Surveyed Agree: Many Strategic Planning Efforts Lack Systematic Approach Tips for Enhancing Your Strategic Planning Process
Executives expressed frustration with their current strategic planning process. Issues include:
Steve Rutan and Denise Harrison have put together an afternoon workshop that will provide the tools you need to address these concerns. They have worked with hundreds of executives to develop a systematic approach that will enable your team to make better decisions during strategic planning. Steve and Denise will walk you through exercises for prioritizing your lists and steps that will reset and reinvigorate your process. This will be a hands-on workshop that will enable you to think about your business as you use the tools that are being presented. If you are ready for a Strategic Planning tune-up, select this workshop in your registration form. The additional fee of $695 will be added to your total.
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Female leaders face the same issues all leaders do, but they often face additional challenges too. In this peer session, we will facilitate a discussion of best practices and how to overcome common barriers to help women leaders be more effective within and outside their organizations.
Limited space available.
10:30 - 5:00 pm
General’s Retreat at Hermitage Golf Course
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General’s Retreat, built in 1986 with architect Gary Roger Baird, has been voted the “Best Golf Course in Nashville” and is a “must play” when visiting the Nashville, Tennessee area. With the beautiful setting along the Cumberland River, golfers of all capabilities will thoroughly enjoy the golf, scenery and hospitality.
The golf outing fee includes transportation to and from the hotel, greens/cart fees, use of practice facilities, and boxed lunch. The bus will leave the hotel at 10:30 am for a noon shotgun start and return to the hotel after the cocktail reception following the completion of the round.
