Why You Need a Marketing Plan With your growth strategy in mind, a marketing plan can help your mission.
By Nina Zipkin
On the way to success, a comprehensive strategy is key, and one of the first things on a savvy CEO's list is building a marketing plan.
The plan should focus on the coming year and the specific campaigns you hope to roll out. Be aware that things can change quickly, but remember, having a plan that needs to be revised will serve you far better than not having a plan at all. But make sure it stays private – it's imperative to keep your ideas out of the hands of competitors.
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Take the annual writing of a marketing plan as an opportunity to share your vision of the company with your employees. It will give them a context of the company's progress and in turn will give them an added investment. Input from your team is crucial and having a plan to refer back to can be invaluable for a new employee looking for ways make an impact.
And ultimately, reviewing your marketing plans will allow you to reflect on your big picture goals and chart your company's growth.
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