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24. Strategic Thinking as a Way of Life
November 1, 2023
Revisit the importance of strategic thinking at work and at home. Why should you think strategically? How can you teach yourself to see larger patterns in the world around you? What will the future of strategic thinking look like?
23. The Correlation of Forces, Luck, and Culture
November 1, 2023
The correlation of forces; luck; the four dimensions of culture
22. Seize the Future with Scenario Analysis
November 1, 2023
Perfect information that allows us to strategically plan around the uncertainties of the future is impossible
21. From Systemic Problems to Systemic Solutions
November 1, 2023
Systemic problems, which arise repeatedly because of processes already in place, are a hurdle to more effective strategic thinking and planning. Here, analyze the nature and structure of systemic problems from the vantage point of a strategic thinker, and learn some definitive ways to fix them.
20. Strategic Intuition and Creative Insight
November 1, 2023
Research suggests that, under certain conditions, intuition and instinct (also known as coup d'oeil) can be effective in making decisions. Take a closer look at several examples of strategic intuition in action (including a critical Civil War battle), and learn seven easy steps for helping you use intuitive insights to tackle problems.
19. Leverage Cognitive Psychology for Better Strategy
November 1, 2023
Explore some ideas and theories of cognitive psychology that can help improve your decision making and avoid irrational thinking in strategic situations. You'll learn how to dodge thinking traps by employing such techniques as historical comparisons and situational logic.
18. When Strategy Breaks Down
November 1, 2023
It's important for any strategic thinker and planner to understand obstacles to strategy. Learn to cultivate a healthy skepticism by studying a phenomenon Dr. Ridgley calls "strategic masquerade"; looking at types of misalignments that can derail your strategies (such as groupthink); and increasing your awareness of the dangers of "strategic erosion."
17. The Evolution of Cooperation
November 1, 2023
Does cooperation make sense, even under conditions of potential conflict when you're trying to get ahead? How can it be used in strategies that maximize everyone's welfare? Explore powerful military and business situations involving cooperation, from the Christmas truce in World War I to the alliance between AT&T and T-Mobile in 2011.
16. Move and Countermove - The Theory of Games
November 1, 2023
Tap into the secrets of game theory. You'll uncover how this recent field
15. The Sources and Uses of Reliable Intelligence
November 1, 2023
Investigate the role of intelligence collection in crafting a good strategy. First, consider what is (and isn't) intelligence. Then, examine the intelligence cycle to learn how intelligence is produced and used. Finally, confront some major obstacles that thwart the use of intelligence.
14. Surprise! Perils and Power of Strategic Deception
November 1, 2023
Surprise is a valuable tool in strategic thinking. In this insightful lecture, discover the inner workings of powerful surprise tactics such as unexpected timing and creation of false expectations in opponents, and how these tactics have been used throughout history. Also, find out how you can apply them to conflict situations you may face.
13. Shock of the New - Inflection Points
November 1, 2023
How do you navigate game-changing events and developments (strategic inflection points) that force you to radically readjust your strategy? Examine a range of case studies in business (such as the 1978 deregulation of the airline industry), politics (limiting a U.S. president's term in office), military conflict (new weaponry introduced during the Crusades), and other areas.
12. Tactics of Combat as Problem-Solving Tools
November 1, 2023
There is much to be learned from studying the major tactics of war
11. Avoid the Pathologies of Execution
November 1, 2023
Even with a superb strategy, the best-laid plans can go awry for many reasons. Here, Dr. Ridgley uses examples from military combat to illustrate some of the common causes of strategic failure. These include poor intelligence, overreach, and communication breakdown.
10. Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats
November 1, 2023
Examine some of the powerful analytical tools that strategic thinkers use to make calculated and honest assessments of the world around them. The four invaluable tools you'll learn about in this lecture are PEST analysis, five forces analysis, value chain analysis, and the technique known as Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT).
9. Your Competitive Advantage - Find the Blue Ocean
November 1, 2023
What is your unique selling proposition, and how do you develop it? How do you find your "blue ocean" and differentiate yourself in some meaningful way? Most important: How can thinking differently and taking risks actually help you stand apart from the pack in positive ways? Find the answers right here.
8. Which Business Strategy? Fundamental Choices
November 1, 2023
Learn the major ways that firms and people compete economically, and how these strategies can apply even to nonbusiness activities. You'll contrast cost leadership (selling products at the lowest possible price and making profit on volume) with differentiation (providing something unique beyond low prices), and also consider a special form of hyperdifferentiation known as "focus."
7. The Core and the Rise of Strategic Planning
November 1, 2023
How do you actually plan an effective strategy? First, follow the development of formal strategic planning in the business realm after World War I. Then, Professor Ridgley walks you through his six-step strategic planning process that can better help you craft a successful strategy.
6. Grand Strategists and Strategic Intent
November 1, 2023
At the center of every great strategy is a vision
5. Geography - Know Your Terrain
November 1, 2023
Delve into the influence of microgeography on your own decision making, and discover how interacting with your physical space in situations of conflict and competition can make or break your chances of success. Case studies and examples in this lecture range from Napoleon's defeat at the Battle of Waterloo to a simple chess match.
4. Modern Principles of Strategic Conflict
November 1, 2023
Objective. Offensive. Maneuver. Unity of Command. Security. Professor Ridgley demystifies these and other principles of war in use by the U.S. military since the 1920s. Each of these principles goes beyond military action and can offer you vital guidelines for executing your professional and personal strategies against a sometimes hostile world.
3. The Dawn of Modern Strategic Thinking
November 1, 2023
Follow along as strategic thinking develops in military engagements from the French Revolution to the close of World War I. You'll examine the contributions of Napoleon Bonaparte (whose strategies of indirect approach and central positioning demonstrate the power of ideas over material resources), influential military theorists, and famous geopolitical thinkers.
2. The Origins and Relevance of Ancient Strategy
November 1, 2023
To truly grasp strategic thinking, you must understand its origins and traditions. See how the writings and ideas of early strategists, including Thucydides, Sun Tzu, Hannibal, and Machiavelli, can provide you with modes of thinking and practical guidance you can use even today.
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Master one of life's most important skills with this practical and useful course on strategic thinking. Taught by an award-winning business professor and former U.S. Army officer, this course lays out the principles of strategy in a manner that is easy to comprehend and apply.
Strategic Thinking Skills is a series that ran for 1 seasons (23 episodes) between November 1, 2023 and on The Great Courses
Where to Watch Strategic Thinking Skills
Strategic Thinking Skills is available for streaming on the The Great Courses website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Strategic Thinking Skills on demand at Amazon Prime and Amazon.
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