1. Explain the value of strategic planning for health care organizations relative to operational and financial sustainability. In your discussion, identify some typical problems that limit the effectiveness of strategic planning. Use personal examples and other references when possible to support your review of the text.
2. Review the 12 critical steps for successful strategic planning in Zuckerman (2012) Chapter 2. From your perspective, what might be two (2) of the most challenging steps in this process and why? Provide possible solutions to overcome these challenges.