Exit Planning: One of the most difficult endeavors for individuals and organizations alike is to plan for and manage situations that demand (or force) a major change in strategic direction. These forcing situations include success (imminent realization of a Future Picture), major environmental changes (new technologies, economic turmoil), and imminent or pending failure (employed strategy did not provide intended results).The problem is vexing and difficult in large part because of the emotional attachment to the current plan. The best way to deal with this problem and these situations is through exit planning that is done well in advance (ideally early in the strategy planning process) of the precipitating events. (19 minutes) How to Video Exit Planning: Details the steps for developing Exit Points and Exit Plans