Developing Strategic Thinking Skills

In his book, Developing Strategic Thinking Skills: A Practical Guide, Sorin Dumitrascu highlights the importance of strategic thinking in all levels of an organization, and provides practical guidance on how to develop this skill. The book focuses on the characteristics of strategic thinking, such as adopting a system view, taking a long-term approach, and being ready to take advantage of opportunities. It also scrutinizes the traits of strategic thinkers, including flexibility, positivity, curiosity, and ability to identify patterns, and examines the common barriers that hinder strategic thinking. Dumitrascu argues that anyone can develop the ability to think strategically, and offers practical steps to develop this skill. He suggests developing a clear vision through collaboration with peers and senior management, setting priorities, and making trade-offs. He also stresses on the importance of thinking creatively and dealing with complexity, and offers methods to develop these skills. Moreover, the book highlights the significance of understanding both the external and internal contexts of an organization to be able to think strategically. Dumitrascu offers Porter's model of five forces to comprehend the external environment, and advocates for identifying stakeholders, gathering their input on potential actions, and considering the impact of decisions on them to apprehend the internal context. Developing Strategic Thinking Skills: A Practical Guide by Sorin Dumitrascu is a captivating and insightful book offering practical methods and actionable advice on how to embrace strategic thinking in today's dynamic business environment. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to hone their strategic thinking skills, irrespective of their position within their organization.