Leadership Development

Thinking Strategically

Ask sharper questions. Think ahead. Focus on what really matters.

When everything feels urgent and nothing stays the same for long, strategic thinking is often the first thing to slip—but it’s also what your organization needs most. This course helps leaders reclaim the time and perspective to think more critically, creatively, and long-term.

Through engaging discussion, real-world examples, and scenario-based exercises, participants explore three key habits of strategic thinkers: asking better questions, thinking in unconventional ways, and focusing on what matters most over the long term. They’ll practice reframing challenges, identifying patterns, and anticipating the ripple effects of today’s decisions.

This course is ideal for leaders who need to zoom out from the day-to-day and make more intentional, higher-leverage contributions to their teams and organizations.

After this course, participants will:

  • Understand what separates tactical and strategic thinking—and when each is needed
  • Use high-impact questions to reframe problems and guide better decisions
  • Think more creatively and systematically about challenges and opportunities
  • Prioritize long-term value in the midst of short-term demands
  • Leave with practical tools for applying strategic thinking in everyday work

Audience

Mid-level and senior leaders seeking to enhance long-term thinking and decision-making.

Level

Intermediate, Advanced

Credits

PDUs
7
CEUs
7
PMP® Contact Hours:

Course Length

1 Day

Course Includes

Participant Workbook, Course Handouts and Supplies, Certificate for PDU/CEU Credits

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Actionable. Practical. Important.

Strategic thinking is a very squishy topic, and something a majority of us are not taught to do. Persimmon's class provided some structure and actionable recommendations that will benefit my career, my company, and my personal knowledge. Thank you for the time and knowledge!
Arden P.
Bank of Oklahoma

Helped Me Get Unstuck.

I often get caught in the "deal bunker" as we say in banking—where you're so worried about the ins and outs of a deal and execution that you forget to do business development or other strategic parts of your job that must continue no matter how busy you are. This class will help my business grow!
Victoria A.
Bank of Texas

Great insight.

Great insight and reminder to continue to think strategically, and how to remove the restraints that hinder that type of thinking.
Brenda T.

exceeded my expectations.

A great course that exceeded expectations and provides valuable insight to challenge the way you normally think.
Allen B.

extremely valuable!

This course was extremely valuable! I learned many new ways to approach strategic thinking, how to incorporate it into my routine and how to influence my organization.
Dahlia R.

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