Reflection Assignment: Strategy The purpose of this exercise is to broaden your view of strategic thinking using the following steps: Make 2 pairs of topics that in your opinion offer the highest impact to organizational strategy. (Select 4 statements from below and make 2 pairs.) Discuss how these matches might impact organization alignment based on the references provided. Link 2 references to each pair made. Why does this piece of research support or contradict your concepts? The following are the statements from which to select to formulate a pair: Bring clarity and agreement on mission and vision Help organizations prepare for the future Strategic planning that involves the entire organizational system Help organizations anticipate and manage change Proactive response to change in the environment Improve the decision-making processes Promote effective stewardship and employee engagement Align the board and staff Alignment of organizational resources Time management and deadlines Provide an opportunity to recommit to the cause Educate participants about institutional history Identify existing strengths in the organization