Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sally Percy is a U.K-based leadership and management journalist.

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. For a company or team, not having a strategic plan in place is akin to going on a road trip ...

Geopolitical fragmentation, economic volatility, technological advances and more have led to unprecedented levels of uncertainty. Businesses often retreat inwards during these times, focusing on ...