EBK MANAGEMENT
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780100546561
Author: DAFT
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 7, Problem 10DQ
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How to decide where to draw the line between a "good" stretch goal and a "bad" one that is unrealistic.
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Planning is a process of making the plan before executing any work. The process of planning includes identification of goals and objectives, formulation of strategies, creating the means required and implementation and monitoring.
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