The document discusses creating a coherent social business strategy. It outlines 6 stages of social business maturity: 1) Planning, 2) Presence, 3) Engagement, 4) Formalized, 5) Strategic, and 6) Converged. Each stage involves typical goals, metrics, initiatives, and organizational resources. Examples are provided for how companies like Red Cross, Shell, eBay, and Sephora implement social strategies at different stages. Key recommendations for a successful social strategy include aligning executives with clear business goals, asking the right questions, creating a culture of sharing, developing discipline and process, and mastering the art of failure.