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Winning the Long Game
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Winning the Long Game

How Strategic Leaders Shape the Future

Public Affairs, 2014 more...


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8

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Most quality leaders can execute well enough during stable times. However, during VUCA periods of “volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity,” a passable strategy quickly turns out to be futile. Such time spans demand enlightened, “strategic leadership.” Management consultants Steven Krupp and Paul J.H. Schoemaker define strategic leadership and explain how ordinary leaders can become extraordinary and strategic. The authors outline six clear, practical capabilities leaders need and explain how to develop those skills so you can “play the long game.” getAbstract recommends their insightful guidebook to leaders at all levels.

Take-Aways

  • Many leaders operate well in tranquil times but do poorly in turbulent times.
  • Periods of “volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity” (VUCA) demand that leaders think and act strategically.
  • To “play the long game,” strategic leaders must transcend short-term challenges and envision long-term futures.

About the Authors

Steve Krupp is CEO of Decision Strategies International, a consultancy which executive chairman Paul J.H. Schoemaker, founded. Schoemaker’s books include Decision Traps and Winning Decisions, and he’s also research director of the Mack Institute for Innovation Management at the Wharton School. Krupp’s work has been published in Harvard Business Review, Harvard Management Update and Chief Learning Officer Magazine.


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    D. A. 4 years ago
    Great read. Worth you time!
    https://www.getabstract.com/en/summary/winning-the-long-game/23751?dfs=ksaburarxcrmoxgijcnkxebyoefuie&rf=XHCWZNCQBT&utm_campaign=share&utm_source=getAbstract&utm_medium=link
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    D. A. 4 years ago
    Great read! Time well invested!
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    G. N. 8 years ago
    Great!

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