If you believe that strategic thinking is only for senior executives, think again. It can, and must, happen at every level of the organization.
Nina A. Bowman, Managing Partner at Paravis Partners, executive coach, speaker
Takeaways of Note:
4 Key Abilities that demonstrate Strategic Prowess:
- Know (Observe & Seek Trends)… understand industry context, trends & business drivers
- Think (Ask the Tough Questions)… be curious & look at information from different points of view… reduces myopia and reveals different possibilities, approaches & potential outcomes
- Speak (Sound Strategic)… (1) prioritize & sequence thoughts; (2) structure verbal & written communication to help audience focus; (3) challenge status quo; (4) walk people through identifying issues, shaping common understanding & framing strategic choices
- Act (Make Time for Thinking & Embrace Conflict)… evaluate tasks based on urgency & importance; embrace debate & invite challenge; focus on issues, not people; and clarify your personal decision-making criteria