Applied Strategic Thinking
Professional Development Training Course
Enhance your leadership and decision-making with the Applied Strategic Thinking course, an immersive program that equips leaders with the mindset and methods to navigate complexity, articulate bold goals, and align teams with purpose. Through research-backed models and real-world frameworks, you’ll learn to distinguish strategy from tactics, communicate with clarity, and develop practical solutions that support key business initiatives.
This course introduces tools like the STOP model to help craft compelling visions and guide strategic execution. You’ll gain the ability to think strategically in tactical environments, foster organizational alignment, and inspire stakeholder buy-in through structured reasoning and authentic leadership. Designed for leaders and managers who want to operate with clarity and lead with intention, the course unlocks the power of applied strategic thinking to drive lasting impact across your organization.
Standard Delivery & Schedule
The standard course, as outlined below, is delivered on-site in one full day or virtually in two 3.5-hour sessions. Please explore our ALFSM as seen above to learn more about our customization options.
Course Modules & Learning Objectives
Thinking Strategically
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Understand your preferred way of thinking to leverage strengths
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Explore different modes of thinking for effective mental frameworks
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Identify key elements of strategic thinking to construct strategies using the REST℠-guided Visioning approach
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Model strategic thinking to foster a culture of planning and execution
Leading Strategically
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Empower strategic thinkers to encourage innovative ideas and proactive problem-solving
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Engage in team-based strategic thinking to leverage diverse perspectives
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Practice strategic thinking from middle levels to support top-level strategies
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Develop agile thinking skills to adapt swiftly to changing conditions
Operating Strategically
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Understand the difference between strategy and tactics for effective plans
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Operate strategically in tactical environments for cohesive outcomes
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Utilize the STOP model to ensure well-thought-out decisions
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Consistently make choices aligned with long-term objectives to behave strategically
Communicating Strategically
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Understand key attributes of impactful messages for clear, persuasive communication
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Recognize individual communication styles to tailor messages effectively
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Develop strategic communications planning skills to craft comprehensive strategies
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Master communicating up to convey ideas and gain senior support
Who Should Attend
Leaders and managers who are directly responsible for thinking strategically to enhance projects, products, decisions, and communications, as well as motivating team members to do the same. This course is ideal for those in positions where strategic decision-making is crucial to driving organizational success and who aim to cultivate a culture of strategic thinking within their teams.
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