Getting More Strategic
Qualities of great strategy: p roblem-oriented: clearly identifies the problem; i nsight-driven: rooted in insights, both quantitative and qualitative; actionable: outlines concrete actions/investments that will solve this problem; focused: has a small number of high-leverage bets; cohesive: create a clear path from the problem to the solution.
Lenny Rachitsky • Getting better at product strategy

“You are great at execution, the team loves you, but you need to be more strategic”
Hearing this feedback from your direct manager or your skip manager can be very confusing.
And for highly capable product people who consistently get things done, this theme of “you need to be more... See more
Use Strategic Thinking to Create the Life You Want
Rainer Strack, Susanne Dyrchs, Allison Baileyhbr.orgKey elements of being strategic:
Long-term vision:
Strategic thinking requires looking beyond the immediate future and understanding the broader context to identify overarching aims and interests.
Deliberate planning:
It's about more than just acting; it involves a calculated and planned approach to achieving objectives.
Informed decision-making:
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