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What is Backs strategy?

Team success often hinges on the ability to develop and implement effective strategies and tactics. It's a bit like playing chess, except that you have more than 1 player on each side.

Finding the right Backs strategy can be daunting, especially when you're busy working on your day-to-day tasks. This is why we've curated a list of examples for your inspiration.

You can copy these examples into your preferred app, or alternatively, use Tability to stay accountable.

How to write your own Backs strategy with AI

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own strategies.

Backs strategy examples

You'll find below a list of Backs tactics. We also included action items for each template to make it more practical and useful.

Strategies and tactics for designing a Career Strategy Map for Independent Show Promotion

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Build a solid foundation in the music industry

    • Volunteer or intern at local music venues to gain backstage and operations exposure
    • Participate in street teams and work part-time at events to understand different roles
    • Join local music and event planning organisations for hands-on experience
    • Gain online certifications in social media marketing and Google Analytics
    • Attend local music networking events to establish industry contacts
    • Assist in planning campus or local music events to gain event planning experience
    • Research successful local promotion strategies and align them with your goals
    • Start building a personal brand through networking and social media presence
    • Identify key mentors in the industry and seek guidance
    • Take online courses on event safety and alcohol service if required

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Gain experience and expand professional skills

    • Work as a venue marketing assistant or artist liaison to gain industry understanding
    • Host small DIY shows at local coffee shops or bars to build practical experience
    • Begin building an email list and social media following for your promotion brand
    • Study contract negotiation and artist rider agreements to manage shows effectively
    • Learn budgeting and profit-and-loss analysis for event financial management
    • Organise small-venue shows with a focus on emerging local artists
    • Run digital marketing campaigns for your events to improve attendance
    • Network with booking agents and budding artists for future collaborations
    • Track and analyse show performance for better strategic planning
    • Engage with other local promoters to learn through co-promotions

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Scale your brand towards independent promotion

    • Consistently book and organise shows at medium-capacity venues to grow your reputation
    • Secure sponsorships from local businesses to support larger events
    • Consider managing a local artist to expand contacts and experience
    • Develop partnerships with sound and lighting companies for quality events
    • Host larger monthly shows and explore opportunities in local festivals
    • Hire part-time assistants to support marketing and logistical operations
    • Optimise business processes by setting up LLC, obtaining event insurance, and systems for accounting
    • Regularly attend industry panels and workshops for continued learning
    • Maintain relationships with key stakeholders like booking agents, venue managers, and sponsors
    • Evaluate and refine business strategy based on feedback and financial performance
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Strategies and tactics for developing an attacking rugby formation

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Utilise wide spread formation

    • Position wingers near the touchlines to stretch the defence
    • Deploy centres to exploit gaps in the midfield
    • Ensure the fly-half stays deep to distribute the ball effectively
    • Place the fullback just behind the line for cover and counter-attacks
    • Have the scrum-half ready to provide quick passes from the breakdown
    • Encourage the forwards to support in both defence and attack
    • Use pod systems to create reliable passing structures
    • Have the number eight ready to exploit broken play situations
    • Ensure all players are drilled in maintaining the formation under pressure
    • Develop plays that focus on quick ball movement and exploiting mismatches

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Implement a dynamic attacking line

    • Adopt a flat attacking line to create immediate pressure
    • Encourage players to run support lines off the ball
    • Use decoy runners to confuse the defence and create space
    • Encourage quick rucks to recycle the ball rapidly
    • Focus on offloading in tackles to keep the play alive
    • Ensure the fly-half communicates constantly to direct play
    • Encourage backs to run varied lines and change direction
    • Use the number eight and flankers for quick pick-and-goes
    • Practise set plays that can be executed at high speed
    • Work on fitness to maintain intensity throughout the game

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Create a multi-phase attack plan

    • Prepare a series of planned phases for different field positions
    • Train players to recognise and adapt to defensive weaknesses
    • Ensure forwards are proficient in handling and passing
    • Develop specific roles for each player in multi-phase moves
    • Use variations in phase play to keep the defence guessing
    • Incorporate kicking options to exploit space behind the defensive line
    • Ensure backs and forwards understand their roles in support play
    • Practise situational plays with different defensive setups
    • Encourage quick decision-making and adaptability
    • Use video analysis to refine and improve the multi-phase plans
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How to track your Backs strategies and tactics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to keep your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

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Planning resources

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