Assigned Readings:

Chapter 1. The Nature of Strategic Management

Chapter 2. Business Vision and Mission

Initial Postings:Read and reflect on the assigned readings for the week. Then post what you thought was the most important concept(s), method(s), term(s), and/or any other thing that you felt was worthy of your understanding in each assigned textbook chapter.Your initial post should be based upon the assigned reading for the week, so the textbook should be a source listed in your reference section and cited within the body of the text. Other sources are not required but feel free to use them if they aid in your discussion.

Also, provide a graduate-level response to each of the following questions:

1. As cited in the chapter, Edward Deming, a famous businessman, once said, "In God we trust. All others bring data." What did Deming mean in terms of developing a strategic plan?
2. Critique the following vision statement by Stokes Eye Clinic:"Our vision is to take care of your vision."