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Leverage Points »
Far too often SWOT analyses are conducted for discovery purpose only. VisionFirst goes beyond the initial step of conducting the analysis. VisionFirst develops strategies that help leverage or capitalize on each strength or opportunity and to minimize or mitigate weaknesses and threats. These strategies or “leverage points” help to illustrate the timeliest, most important calls-to-action for the county to execute to strengthen its position, achieve its mission and move the community to a greater competitive stance for jobs and investment.
Strength Leverage Point
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Higher Educational Institutions • Utilize programs at both Delta State University and
Mississippi Delta Community College to attract and retain talent and highlight as part of recruitment efforts to demonstrate the available talent pipeline.
Weakness
No Formal BR&E Program • Formalize a business retention and expansion program to support recruitment efforts while also encouraging existing industry to expand.
Opportunity
The GRAMMY Museum • Utilize The GRAMMY Museum, DSU recording studios and history of music to leverage existing creative economy into a pillar of business within the community.
Threats
Do Nothing • Utilize the strategic plan along with the honest conversations that have taken place to develop an implementation structure for moving the recommendations forward.
