This episode explores The Strategist's Mind, a deep dive into the psychology of victory and why strategic thinking is infinitely more powerful than brute force. We dissect the mental models that allow great leaders and thinkers to win not by overpowering their opposition, but by out-thinking them at every turn.

Through four timeless examples of strategic genius—the Trojan Horse, Napoleon's masterpiece at Austerlitz, Scipio's takedown of Hannibal's elephants, and Bobby Fischer's legendary "poisoned pawn" game—we uncover the core principles of deception, adaptation, and calculated risk. This is an essential listen for any executive who wants to move beyond reactive, head-on problem-solving and master the art of winning before the battle even begins.

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IN THIS EPISODE

00:00 - Introduction: Brute Force vs. The Strategic Mind

01:28 - The Trojan Horse: The Power of Psychological Deception

04:00 - Napoleon at Austerlitz: The Weaponisation of Fake Weakness

06:33 - Scipio vs. Hannibal: How Adaptation Neutralises Strength

09:12 - Bobby Fischer's Gambit: The Art of Calculated Risk

12:15 - Conclusion: The Core Principles of Strategic Victory

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