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roybarker.com October 23, 2017November 13, 2017Business, Consultant, Planning, Senior Living Operationsbarker, business, Consulting, investment, MDS, plan, planning, roy, Roy Barker, senior, skills

6 Reasons You Should Invest in a Consultant

Running a business is a lot of work. You are always strapped for time and money so you can’t afford to waste either. However, you also can’t afford to go at it alone if you want your business to continue to grow. Hiring a consultant may feel like the last thing you should do, but it is often one of the best investments you can make. The reason why is simple — you will receive the benefit of that person’s … Continue reading “6 Reasons You Should Invest in a Consultant”

roybarker.com August 18, 2017October 23, 2017Operational, Strategic Planningbarker, business, MDS, operational, plan, planning, roy, Roy Barker, senior, strategic, Strategic Planning

Strategic Planning vs. Operational Planning in Senior Living: What’s the Difference?

Strategic planning and operational planning are two very different and very essential pieces to the business puzzle. They are also areas of the business planning process that seem to fall to the wayside. First, by not understanding what purpose each plan is meant to serve and secondly, not understanding the difference. But they are different. How different, you ask? Let’s find out. Strategic Planning Strategic planning is the foundation of any business. Without it, business owners can wander aimlessly throughout … Continue reading “Strategic Planning vs. Operational Planning in Senior Living: What’s the Difference?”