Empowering Healthy Business Podcast Episode 13: Building a THRIVE Business, 90 Days at a Time with Bill Simmons
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Running a business comes with constant decisions, distractions, and demands. But with the right planning structure, business owners can take control. That’s what 90-day strategic planning offers: a simple, effective way to drive results.
In this episode of the Empowering Healthy Business Podcast, Cal Wilder sits down with Bill Simmons, a fractional COO with nearly 20 years of experience. Bill explains how this planning method keeps small businesses focused and aligned. Instead of overwhelming yourself with a yearly plan, break it down. Identify your top three to five priorities every 90 days. These are supported by specific outcomes and deadlines. The result? A clear path forward, tracked weekly and adjusted monthly.
How 90-Day Strategic Planning Boosts Focus and Accountability
The strength of 90-day strategic planning lies in its clarity. It helps you focus on what truly matters without getting lost in day-to-day chaos.
Bill Simmons shares that his clients experience faster execution, better team alignment, and higher morale when using this model. Each quarter becomes a sprint with a defined goalpost. That rhythm builds momentum. It also promotes accountability. Weekly check-ins and simple scorecards keep everyone on track. Leaders stop reacting and start driving results.
From Goals to Results: Strategic Execution in 90 Days
The 90-day model isn’t just about planning, it’s about progress. For business owners juggling multiple roles, this structure makes growth manageable. Bill shares real-world wins: one business grew by 35% after just two quarters of focus. Another streamlined hiring and operations within a single cycle. 90-day strategic planning helps you get things done one quarter at a time.
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