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Lean Business Planning with Steve and Bruce Cook | Ep 89

April 03, 2025 • Steve Cook and Dave Kozak

Get Lean and Mean with Business Planning!

Join Steve and Bruce Cook in this exciting episode of Paradigm Playbook as they shake up the world of business planning! Say goodbye to those bulky, dust-collecting business plans and hello to a streamlined, action-packed approach that keeps your business nimble and on track.

Steve and Bruce share their own "aha" moments, breaking down the shift from old-school, doorstopper plans to lean, practical roadmaps. They'll guide you through the key elements—vision, mission, strategy, principles, and tactics—and show you how to weave them into a dynamic, easy-to-use format.

Perfect for entrepreneurs and small business owners, this episode is packed with real-world advice, game-changing insights, and a fresh perspective on keeping your plan visible, adaptable, and ready for action!

📌 Episode Highlights:
⏩ 00:00 – Kickoff: What’s Lean Business Planning?
⏩ 00:47 – Sayonara, ‘Thud Factor’ Plans!
⏩ 01:52 – Strategy vs. Tactics: The Dynamic Duo
⏩ 05:22 – Principles That Keep You on Track
⏩ 07:31 – Stay Visible, Stay Agile
⏩ 09:59 – Real Talk: Lessons from the Trenches
⏩ 13:57 – Keep It Lean, Keep It Winning
⏩ 21:06 – Mic Drop: Final Thoughts

Get ready to ditch the fluff and build a business plan that actually works! 🚀