Assembling a strong team for the strategic planning process will help nonprofit managers figure out what they need to place a larger emphasis on and where they can cut back spending. In order to build this team of superstars, nonprofit managers will need to bring in professionals who each possess a unique personality and mindset. The last thing nonprofit managers need is a team of "yes-men" that agree with everything they say.

By adding people with several different skill sets and character traits, nonprofit managers can hear a variety of different solutions to the problems they may encounter. Below is a list of personality types nonprofits managers should consider adding to their strategic planning team.

The visionary
Someone who has a clear picture of the current state of the nonprofit, and its potential for growth in the future is vital to a strategic planning team. These people will know when the time comes to make a tough decision and exactly how to execute it. Having an idea for how the nonprofit will succeed is intrinsic in these professionals.

The mathematician
Every good strategic planning team will have someone who seemingly has a calculator for a brain. These professionals can aid in the planning process by providing insights for financial and cash flow forecasting, which is imperative for nonprofits that are often cash-strapped.

The networker
In basketball, every team needs a "glue guy" who does all the little things to make the team go. Strategic planning teams also can benefit from these people who can help improve employee morale and keep everyone on the same page. A fun, vibrant team member will make the strategic planning process more manageable.

The machine
There are several times when strategic planning can hit a lull. But with a workhorse on the team, other members can feed off this person's passion for working and become re-energized. Having a team member that has his or her eye on the prize and continues working until the job is done can be a huge asset.

The daydreamer
All nonprofits have the potential to be a splashing success but just need someone who dares to dream. This is exactly what these types of people bring to the strategic planning process. A team member who encourages everyone and helps the team remember " the sky's the limit" will create an atmosphere where no dream is too big.

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