Want to think like a strategist? Start with what no one’s teaching. Ever wonder why some leaders make better decisions than others? Strategic thinking isn't just a skill. It's a superpower you can develop. Use these 7 mental faculties: 1. Vision: ↳ Set bold 3-5 year goals ↳ Build systems that compound over time 2. Critical Thinking: ↳ Map out second-order effects ↳ Use scenario planning for multiple futures 3. Creativity: ↳ Turn vague problems into specific questions ↳ Break big challenges into smaller parts 4. Empathy: ↳ Connect the dots between different perspectives ↳ Tailor messages to your specific audience 5. Adaptability: ↳ Spot contradictions and common threads ↳ Invest in tools that increase response capacity 6. Decisiveness: ↳ Act fast on reversible decisions ↳ Weigh the impact versus the effort 7. Resilience: ↳ Find leverage points that amplify results ↳ Create repeatable playbooks that scale Which mental powers are you developing? Share below. ----------------------------------------------- Follow Mindset Lab for more posts like this. ♻️ Repost this if you think it can help someone in your network! | 29 comments on LinkedIn
