Strategic Governance

Service Description

Strategic Governance: How Councils Set Direction & NOT Chase Pet Projects Help your council stay focused on real priorities—not pet projects. Learn how to set direction and stick to it. Rural councils work hard to move their communities forward, but it’s easy to lose momentum when every meeting gets pulled off track by individual pet projects. This session helps leaders create a shared direction that everyone can stick to, even when personal interests or “hobby horse” ideas start to creep in. You’ll learn practical ways to set priorities that make sense for your community, keep discussions focused on what matters, and avoid the time‑wasting detours that drain staff capacity and budgets. The session also covers how to support councillors in staying aligned with the bigger picture, so decisions reflect long‑term goals—not whoever speaks the loudest that week. It’s designed for councils, CAOs, and planning committees who want a steadier, more disciplined approach to decision‑making and a clearer path from strategy to action. This webinar is part of the Council Foundations: Getting Governance Right Webinar Series. Contact Anna at Anna@smallplacesrock.com to register for the Council Foundations Webinar Series of 8 webinars.