The Thinking Leader
Developing Strategic Thinking with Rich Horwath
Nov 6, 2023
Rich Horwath, a New York Times bestselling author on strategic thinking, discusses developing strategic skills, moving strategy from an annual event to everyday practice, practicing situational awareness, asking good questions, and having an explorer's mindset to find new perspectives.
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- Strategic thinking can be learned and developed by acquiring skills like situational awareness, asking good questions, and domain jumping.
- Leaders should practice strategic thinking on a day-to-day basis by breaking down their role into granular skills, such as active listening and thinking from different perspectives, to enhance their strategic thinking abilities.
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Developing Strategic Thinking Skills
Strategic thinking is not an innate ability, but a skill that can be learned and developed. Research shows that practicing strategic thinking and having baseline knowledge can make individuals more strategic. To become more strategic, leaders should focus on acquiring specific skills, such as situational awareness, asking good questions, assessing the competitive landscape, and domain jumping. By thinking differently and considering perspectives from other industries or fields, leaders can gain insights that lead to competitive advantage.
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