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LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE IS INHERENTLY tied to a leader's ability to think and act strategically, yet, there is little consensus on what strategic leadership means. The concept of strategic leadership has become a hollow buzzword. In fact, most executives do not consider themselves to be strategic, or feel adequately trained to be strategic thinkers. So whaf s missing, and why is strategic leadership so elusive?
Today, organizations face a critical leadership gap and lack a common framework for identifying and developing strategic thinkers. Based on our in-depth research, we identified The 6 Elements of Strategic Thinking Framework. This model enables leaders to more effectively adapt and manage in a world of constant uncertainty. It focuses less on the traditional top-down leadership mand and more on the flexibilities and behaviors necessary to succeed in today's uncertain terrain. The 6 Elements of Strategic Thinking include the ability to: anticipate, challenge, interpret,...