Linked In Training: Strategic Thinking

LinkedIn module by Dorie Clark.

Strategic Thinking: Reevaluating new information and adapting accordingly.

-> Question assumptions - interrogate habits and practices in a targeted way
-> Observing - if too busy doing, not observing big picture, macro view of company
-> Reflecting - be present & sit with our thoughts

Transition to being a leader -> Stop being evaluated on whether you can implement a task or project but to conceptualize & make determinations on what employees should be spending time on.

Strategy is having a long-term vision with short term actions on how to get to the vision
   * Being clear and proactive in what we're going to do and what we are not going to do
   * Good strategy is about making choices

 

Strategic thinking considers:

   * Future: Monitor and recognize trends; think through how different options could play out

   * Past: Understand past and dig into they why, beyond the simplistic reasons
   * Assumptions: Avoid clinging to past assumptions

Implementing strategies:
   * Identify assets and allies
   * Consider constraints
   * Brainstorm objections, be prepared to address
   * Put together next steps
   * New information - Respond decisively: Do not need to change strategy instantly but respond to give more options long-term

Measure success -> for my OneNote page for Geoff & Josh, note what they are focused on & determine measurement of success

Making decisions, thinking strategically -> all muscles that need to be flexed