Military leaders of the past would seek out a vantage spot high

over the field of battle.  From that vantage point they plan their

strategy.  They could determine how best to deploy their

troops, which areas had the potential for ambush and

where they could find the best advantage. 

The principles are very similar in the modern professional world of

business.

Time for strategic thinking and seeing the bigger picture is vital

if you are to stay ahead of your competitors. 

Why is it so important?

Many people who are in positions of leadership find themselves

too busy doing the day to day stuff to think strategically.  They

spend their time fire fighting and reacting to the needs of the

day and as a result leave themselves and their team vulnerable

to their competitors. 

Failing to think strategically makes it difficult to identify the

most effective and efficient ways of working.  Decisions are

more likely to be made on the hoof and resourcing those

decisions are more costly as there is little opportunity to plan or

source raw materials or equipment more cheaply.  There is little

time to plan training so staff feel pressured and perform at less

than optimum levels.

Create time for strategic thinking

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