Strategic Thinking | Origin: ML148
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Strategic Thinking
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
"After taking the strategic thinking quiz, I learned that I naturally focus on getting things done and solving immediate problems, but effective strategic thinking requires taking a step back to think about future implications and overall goals. The quiz encouraged me to be more intentional in how I plan, evaluate options, and make decisions that support both short-term needs and long-term success. It gave me valuable insight into strengths I can build on and opportunities for continued development as a leader."
I like the idea of brainstorming scenarios for the future, listing opportunities and challenges, then identifying commonalities across the scenarios, allowing for a focus on opportunities that are more likely to be successful across a variety of futures.
This module helped me realize the importance of stepping back and thinking beyond just the day-to-day work. I learned that being strategic means focusing on long-term goals, paying attention to patterns and trends, and staying aware of what’s happening both inside and outside the organization. It also reinforced how valuable it is to ask good questions, listen to different perspectives, and challenge assumptions. Overall, it gave me a better understanding of how to be more intentional and forward-thinking in the way I lead and make decisions.
The quiz is highly subjective, more so on some questions than others. It would be interesting to know who decided on the 'correct answers' and what level of c-suite experience they have attained.
I've learned how to create a complete map of the roles and activities in my company, as well as how it can support decision‑making processes.
It certainly was helpful as it relates to taking time out to determine how to move forward.
The most important thing for me was to be reminded that strategic thinking involves all members of the organization, not just leadership.
This course has helped me understand how to better approach issues our program is facing, and as Shareen Vogul stated, shift from "should" to "could" and "will" to "may"
To be a strategic thinker takes a concerted effort to change not just the way you think, but how one thinks about leading a team. I beleive that great strategic thinking also clears out negative thoughts because negativity has no options and strategic thinkers always are looking for the other options.
I agree that the concept of critical thinking is important for advancing an educational institution into the future. I also recognize that it is not something that is practiced frequently enough. The information provided in this course have given me alot to think about.
Shift from 'should' to 'could' and from 'will' to 'may.
I have enjoyed the material given regarding strategic thinking. Working together can help us create the best possible strategic solutions.
To gather a sense of planning vs thinking, this makes some of my visions (goals) clearer. I now can go back and revise some ideas for the group.
I appreciated the content explaining strategic thinking as a process and comes in different phases. In addition, creating the right environment is essential for cultivating strategic solutions.
It validated what I already know about (and reminded me to continue) seeking insight and understanding across functional groups. All of our work is interrelated, so we need to consult with each other to find the best, strategic solutions.
