Chuck, You have provided a couple of good examples that do help create a culture that encourages and rewards strategic thinking. Dr. Blake Faulkner

Christinia, do you have any example of a complex decision you have had to make that impacted alot of different constituent groups? Dr. Blake Faulkner

Chuck, How do you engage others in the strategic thinking process? Dr. Blake Faulkner

Chuck, Nice technique of ensuring you have ample time for strategic thinking. It sounds like you have learned how to build this into your regular rythm so you don't get absorbed completely in the urgent matters at hand. Dr. Blake Faulkner

Chuck, You mentioned that "sometimes corporate level will not necessarily give information due to reaction some will perceive from changes." Can you clarify a bit more on what kind of reactions you are talking about that prohibit vision from being shared broadly? Dr. Blake Faulkner

Chuck, How does this work at your institution? Dr. Blake Faulkner

Eric, Great example of alignment in planning process. Your Dual Language Immersion Model sounds really interesting and a key point for differentiation. Thanks for sharing this example with the class. Dr. Blake Faulkner

Eric, This is interesting. Can you give an example a key initiative that aligns aross both the campus and the regional strategic plans? Dr. Blake Faulkner

William, Good points William. How would you approach a colleague that is stifling creative and strategic thinking in his/her team but does not realize it? Dr. Blake Faulkner

Cheryl, It may be helpful for you to use the affirmation process to help develop the habit of taking time to think strategically. Would be glad to visit more about this and share more info. with you if you are interested. Dr. Blake Faulkner