4 Foundations: Part of the 6+4 Nonprofit Management System
PURPOSE
What it is: This first of The Four Foundations is the fundamental reason your organization exists. At its heart, businesses are the answer to a client’s problem. Clarity around what EXACTLY you are trying to accomplish is critical - for your work, for your messaging. It also keeps you focused and mission-centered.
Key Elements:
What problem are you trying to solve?
Who are you trying to solve it for? (Who is your target market?)
Do they want it solved?
Will they pay for a good solution to the problem?
Pro Tips: Questions 3 and 4 are often overlooked. You may be right that a problem exists and you have a solution - but assuming that your solution is welcome - and that people will spend time or money to get it - is risky.
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