The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking: Leading Your Organization into the Future
written by professor of leadership at the International Institute for Management Development Business School and international best-selling author Michael D. Watkins is a must-read for leaders looking to thrive in a world of constant change.
From mental agility and pattern recognition to visioning and political savvy, the book digs deep into the six disciplines of strategic thinking that separate good and great leaders, and supplies the tools needed to build this skill into a competitive edge in a VUCA environment.
With businesses facing unprecedented challenges Watkins shares how leaders can avoid being overwhelmed by the chaos and outmanoeuvred by their competitors, showing leaders how to turn disruption into opportunity and instil strategic thinking into their teams, cultures, and management styles.
The book is well structured and packed with great learnings and gives readers chance to stop and reflect on their own business challenges. It provides practical steps to weave strategic thinking into an organisation and highlights current examples of CEOs and business leaders who have turned disruption into opportunity through a mix of insightful analysis, case studies, and reflective teachings. Watkins also explores how the skill can be nurtured overtime and provides actionable exercises to boost strategic thinking at an individual, team and organisational level.
The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking: Leading Your Organization into the Future by Michael. D. Watkins is available on Amazon now in all formats.
