Encouraging routine strategic thinking may be the most important thing you can do as a leader. It’s not an easy skill to teach or learn, because it is as much a mindset as a set of techniques - but it’s not impossible. Consider these ways to cultivate strategic thinkers; since they often make the most highly effective leaders:
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Encourage people to ask “why” and “when.” Consistently asking these whenever a course of action is being considered enables people to fully understand the goal it aims to achieve and its impact.
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Have managers set aside time for strategic planning. Make it a regular part of their job, and connect them with mentors who excel at strategic thinking.
- Keep people informed on what is happening in your organisation and in your industry. This will help elevate their thinking beyond the day-to-day.
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