Know, Think, Speak and Act....

This brief HBR article by Nina Bowman starts by asking this question : is strategic thinking only for senior executives ? Assuming the answer is NO, then it implies that "strategic thinking can be, and must be done by executives at all levels". How does one make it happen ? The article spells out four simple steps : Know, Think, Speak and Act. She reminds you that strategy is not rocket science. It is common sense. By thinking 'big picture', you can lift the quality of middle management and the effect will be felt at entry levels as well ! Indeed, it is everybody's responsibility & not just top management, to think differently for the success of organisation. However "Knowledge" is not equal to "Competence ". In the long run building a desired culture helps and delivers ...

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