Is strategic thinking something you’re born with or can it be developed over time?

In this episode of Leadership Traits Decoded, Cynthia Kiriazis and Drea Martin explore the leadership trait of strategic perspective - the ability to connect individual actions to long-term goals and make decisions with future impact in mind.

They discuss how this skill shows up differently across leaders, from those who seem naturally wired to “see the whole board” to those who develop their strategic muscles through intentional practice and reflection.

Drawing on real experiences and data-driven insights, they explore:

• Why strategic perspective is more than just “big picture” thinking
• How downtime and reflection create space for strategic connections
• Ways leaders can practice by integrating strategy discussions into team meetings
• How to balance high-level vision with day-to-day execution
• Development tactics for both under- and over-strategizing leaders.

The conversation also addresses a common leadership challenge: finding the right rhythm between generating new ideas and completing existing initiatives without overwhelming the team.

Whether you’re in the C-suite or building your leadership capacity, this episode offers practical ways to strengthen your strategic perspective and help others do the same.

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