{"id":9486,"date":"2023-09-22T14:49:04","date_gmt":"2023-09-22T14:49:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/?p=9486"},"modified":"2026-03-25T12:42:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T12:42:59","slug":"strategic-leadership","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/strategic-leadership\/","title":{"rendered":"Strategic Leadership: Essential Skills, Principles, and Tips\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There are currently over <a href=\"https:\/\/advocacy.sba.gov\/2023\/03\/07\/frequently-asked-questions-about-small-business-2023\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">33 million small businesses<\/a> in the US alone. Out of those, 20% will close within a year, 50% within 5 years, and a staggering <em>65% will be out of business within the next decade<\/em>, according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/bdm\/us_age_naics_00_table7.txt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apparently, surviving in this economy and seeing your business celebrate a double-digit birthday is quite a difficult task.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how do some businesses do it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, the best way for a company to stay afloat in these turbulent times is to be <strong>adaptable to change<\/strong>. You have to be able to foresee impending changes in the market and make the necessary moves to accommodate them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One way to do that is to employ the <strong>principles of strategic leadership<\/strong>. If you\u2019re a small business owner, stick around, because in this article we\u2019ll talk about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What strategic leadership is<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why strategic leadership is essential<\/strong> for the survival of your business,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What the <strong>important characteristics and skills of a strategic leader <\/strong>are,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What the <strong>most notable examples of strategic leadership<\/strong> are, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How you can become a better strategic leader<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s get to it!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Strategic-leadership-cover.png\" alt=\"Strategic leadership - cover\" class=\"wp-image-9491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Strategic-leadership-cover.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Strategic-leadership-cover-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Strategic-leadership-cover-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Strategic-leadership-cover-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Strategic-leadership-cover-18x9.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-is-strategic-leadership\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is strategic leadership?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Strategic leadership is the ability to <strong>foresee, conceive, and plan<\/strong> for the future, thus creating a goal for your company, all the while seamlessly <strong>navigating the operational and organizational forces<\/strong> toward the goal in question.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, strategic leadership means being able to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Think about the future<\/strong>,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Create a vision <\/strong>for your company,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>See the changes<\/strong> that will inevitably happen,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make strategies<\/strong> that will help your organization thrive, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coordinate both your resources and your people<\/strong> toward a common goal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Strategic leadership also involves the execution of all plans, of course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, before we can get into the nitty-gritty of how exactly a strategic leader can come about said execution, we first need to know what different types of strategic leadership there are.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-default\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">Free team communication app<\/span>\n        <p class=\"translation-block mt-1 mb-3\">Improve collaboration and cut down on emails by moving your team communication to Pumble.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex gap-4 align-items-center translation-block justify-content-center justify-content-sm-start\">\n            <a class=\"bg-white rounded px-3 py-1 text-gray-dark\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-right \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/default@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/default.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    \n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-are-the-4-types-of-strategic-leadership\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the 4 types of strategic leadership?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Is a strategic leader just a manager with a plan?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No; while a manager oversees the operational day-to-day tasks of a team, a leader guides and directs others toward a shared goal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>strategic leader has the ability to envision a strategy<\/strong>. More than a mere plan, a strategy is an agile plan of attack that includes contingencies \u2014 clear preparations for potential obstacles that the company may face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But how does a strategic leader go about making a strategy?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, they can go one of 4 ways and tap into their skills of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Transactional leadership<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transformational leadership<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visionary leadership<\/strong>, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Collaborative leadership<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of these is a type of strategic leadership, so let\u2019s take a closer look at what each of them brings to the table.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"type-1-transactional-leadership\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Type #1: Transactional leadership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transactional and transformational leadership (of which we\u2019ll talk more about in the following chapter) are two major types of strategic leadership and two sides of the same coin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transactional leadership is directive and relies on <strong>transactions that occur between the leaders and their subordinates<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A transactional leader will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure that each employee understands their role,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measure the employee\u2019s performance, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motivate them to <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/employee-communication-and-engagement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">improve their engagement<\/a> if necessary.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For the most part, they use a system of rewards and punishments to achieve their objectives and <strong>ensure all employees follow their directives<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a fairly conventional leadership style that usually uses <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/downward-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">downward business communication<\/a> \u2014 instructional, directive communication that goes from the top (the leader) to the bottom (the employees).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transactional leaders usually use a directing communication style that often seems as dictating. To find out more about it as well as what other communication styles leaders employ, check out the following post:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/communication-styles-for-leaders\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Leadership communication: Skills, styles, &amp; tips for improvement<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"type-2-transformational-leadership\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Type #2: Transformational leadership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The other side of the coin we mentioned is transformational leadership. Often seen as inspirational, transformative leadership relies on <strong>leading by example<\/strong>. Transformative leaders inspire others and are often seen as role models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transformational leadership relies on <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/communication\/effective-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">effective communication<\/a> because, without it, the leader can\u2019t communicate their vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Communicate and collaborate effectively in Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transformational leaders are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Involved in the project,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passionate about it, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Able to inspire employees and even <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/boost-employee-morale\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">boost their morale<\/a> when things get tough.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re interested in learning the ins and outs of transformational leadership, make sure to read this Pumble blog post:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/transformational-leadership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Transformational leadership: Benefits, weaknesses &amp; more<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"type-3-visionary-leadership\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Type #3: Visionary leadership&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The third type of strategic leadership is visionary leadership. Much like transformational leadership, visionary or charismatic leadership relies on the <strong>leaders creating a vision, goal, or objective, and then inspiring their employees to progress to it<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are 3 elements to visionary leadership:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Defining goals,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Making strategic plans, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motivating others to take action.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Clearly, having a strategy is one of the main components of visionary leadership. A vital part of that strategy is <strong>nurturing <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/collaboration\/importance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>collaboration within the team<\/strong><\/a> (or teams) as well as cultivating learning. However, visionary leaders are also risk-takers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that Henry Ford was one of the most prominent visionary leaders in history? The Ford Motor Company actually had several visionary leaders at its helm. To learn more about it and find out what the biggest pros and cons of visionary leadership are, head on to the following article:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/visionary-leadership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visionary leadership: Qualities, benefits &amp; tips<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"type-4-collaborative-leadership\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Type #4: Collaborative leadership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The fourth and final type of strategic leadership is collaborative leadership. Collaborative leaders are those you wouldn\u2019t necessarily recognize as \u201cbosses\u201d immediately. They strive to <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/psychological-safety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">create psychological safety<\/a> in the workplace by <strong>encouraging employees to contribute and nurturing a collaborative environment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Collaborative leadership doesn\u2019t rely on hierarchy but on a cross-organizational effort and <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/collaboration\/cross-functional-collaboration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cross-functional collaboration<\/a> of everyone involved \u2014 managers, employees, and higher-ups \u2014 to achieve goals and objectives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Collaborative leadership is often used in companies that require a lot of interdisciplinary collaboration. To find out just how effective it is, read our full blog on the topic:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/collaborative-leadership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Collaborative leadership: creating a team-centric mindset<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So, now we know what types of strategic leadership there are. But what makes strategic leadership stand out as such in the first place?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-2\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">Collaborate in real time<\/span>\n        <p class=\"translation-block mt-1 mb-3\">Discuss, share &amp; collaborate with Pumble, a team communication app by CAKE.com.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex gap-4 align-items-center translation-block justify-content-center justify-content-sm-start\">\n            <a class=\"bg-white rounded px-3 py-1 text-gray-dark\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\" target=\"_blank\">Explore<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/landing-2@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/landing-2.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    \n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"strategic-leadership-characteristics\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strategic leadership characteristics&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We turned to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/christinespadafor\/\" target=\"_blank\">Christine Spadafor<\/a>, a lecturer in the Strategic Leadership core at Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth and a lecturer\/presenter at Harvard Medical School, to see if she could shed some light on this matter.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She highlighted that strategic leadership differs from the rest because of <strong>specific characteristics that strategic leaders have.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns pro-blockquote is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"599\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg\" alt=\"Christine Spadafor\" class=\"wp-image-9510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg 599w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-12x12.jpeg 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cStrategic leaders embrace a holistic view of the business environment, both internally and externally. They focus on building a strong, positive company culture where the well-being of employees is prioritized.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>They work toward the short- and long-term sustainability of the enterprise. Strategic leaders constantly \u2018scan the horizon\u2019 \u2014 anticipating, looking to the future and for opportunities to advance the company\u2019s purpose, mission, and strategic goals.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So, it seems that being able to foresee the future (to an extent, of course) and having a clear view of the big picture at all times are vital for strategic leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spadafor agrees and highlights that the <strong>strategic approach differs from the \u201ctraditional\u201d one<\/strong> in more ways than one:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns pro-blockquote is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"599\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg\" alt=\"Christine Spadafor\" class=\"wp-image-9510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg 599w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-12x12.jpeg 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cStrategic leaders know and address all stakeholders, not only shareholders. They <\/em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/break-down-team-silos\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>break down silos<\/em><\/a><em>, understanding the interconnectedness and inter-dependencies among departments and functions are necessary to gain and maintain a competitive advantage.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>In contrast, \u201ctraditional\u201d leaders more commonly focus on the present and day-to-day operations of a company, typically pushed by the requirement to report quarterly earnings.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, there are 3 vital qualities that every strategic leader has:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Being able to see the big picture,<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maintaining a future-oriented stance, <\/strong>and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Being capable of embracing change<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-are-strategic-leadership-skills\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are strategic leadership skills?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To be able to hone the 3 qualities we mentioned above, a strategic leader must possess (and nurture) specific skills:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Foresight <\/strong>\u2014 Strategic leaders <strong>anticipate and predict the impending changes<\/strong> in the market to prepare and even stay ahead of them. They monitor their industry, keep a close eye on trends, and ensure their company stays relevant in their field.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Curiosity<\/strong> \u2014 To stay ahead of changes, strategic leaders need to stay curious. They have to <strong>look into new ideas<\/strong> and encourage their team members to do the same.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Decisiveness<\/strong> \u2014 When it comes to the <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/remote-decision-making-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">decision-making process<\/a>, strategic leaders need to be <strong>quick and precise<\/strong> \u2014 but their decisions need to be made with the big picture in mind and based on a previously developed and well-thought-out strategy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Active listening<\/strong> \u2014 Having the ability to <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/communication\/active-listening\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">actively listen<\/a> helps strategic leaders <strong>work through issues quickly.<\/strong> Active listeners have access to information that helps them see the whole picture (and not just the issue at hand), which allows them to adjust their strategies and act accordingly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Communication <\/strong>\u2014 Understanding the <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/communication\/communication-importance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">importance of team communication<\/a> is just one layer of a strategic leader\u2019s communication skills. By being an <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/communication\/skills-of-effective-communicators\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">effective communicator<\/a>, the leader <strong>promotes understanding and can better explain their vision<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Diplomacy<\/strong> \u2014 Honesty is the best policy in life but, in business, sometimes it\u2019s necessary to be a bit diplomatic rather than completely honest. A strategic leader should be able to employ diplomacy \u2014 <strong>tactful honesty<\/strong> \u2014 to achieve their goals.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The skills we described above are essential for strategic leadership, but it can also be said that they are necessary for other types of leadership as well. For example, open communication is vital for <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/coaching-leadership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">coaching leadership<\/a>, while active listening is a necessity for <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/servant-leadership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">servant leadership<\/a>. So are there any skills that are crucial for strategic leadership alone?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, there are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"skill-1-anticipating\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skill #1: Anticipating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to a <a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org.\/2013\/01\/strategic-leadership-the-esssential-skills\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">study on strategic leadership skills<\/a> published in HBR, there are 6 skills that allow leaders to be truly strategic and one of them is the ability to anticipate future trends, as we already mentioned.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what makes anticipation so important?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This ability can also be marked as <strong>strategic thinking or strategic planning<\/strong>. The ability to anticipate doesn\u2019t mean one needs to be clairvoyant in order to be a strategic leader. Instead, a strategic leader is good at <strong>making an agile and flexible plan (or strategy)<\/strong> that allows for changes in case of threats or opportunities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spadafor highlights that adaptability that stems from anticipation is vital for success:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns pro-blockquote is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"599\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg\" alt=\"Christine Spadafor\" class=\"wp-image-9510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg 599w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-12x12.jpeg 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cA strategic leader exhibits adaptability, agility, and resilience in an uncertain business environment \u2014 they know when and how to pivot as necessary and bring others along.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Having the ability to anticipate trends and think strategically is sorely lacking in leadership.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are plenty of companies that are titans in their industries, that failed to see the changes their markets were bringing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Blackberry, for example, was a company that, at one point, had the most used device in the world. And yet, with over 80 million users, their leadership<strong> completely failed to anticipate the shift in the market<\/strong> the touchscreen-based technology will eventually make. They were <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hbsp.harvard.edu\/product\/TB0485-PDF-ENG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">slow to adapt to the innovations<\/a> and are now not even a blip on the radar when it comes to the mobile market.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Netflix, on the other hand, is a company that serves as a great example of why anticipating is a must-have skill for strategic leadership. Their CEO and Co-Founder saw the market changes and the vast potential of internet streaming and created the empire we now know as Netflix.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"skill-2-challenging\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skill #2: Challenging<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Strategic leaders are constantly asking, <em>\u201cWhat if?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They aren\u2019t satisfied with staying in their lane. Instead, they challenge everything. They <strong>question their own and other people\u2019s points of view<\/strong> to get as many perspectives on a specific problem as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This open-mindedness is what, according to HBR <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/councils\/forbescoachescouncil\/2022\/03\/25\/how-open-mindedness-encourages-growth-in-leadership\/?streamIndex=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">helps leaders grow<\/a>. It allows strategic leaders to make i<strong>nnovative and unpredictable moves<\/strong> \u2014 thus staying ahead of market changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ability to challenge means:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Inviting different (and maybe even opposing) views<\/strong> that challenge our own,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Questioning long-standing assumptions<\/strong> about one or more problems or aspects of business, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Encouraging <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/transparent-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>transparent communication<\/strong><\/a>, dialogue, and brainstorming among your team members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Challenging their point of view is something that comes inherently to strategic leaders. It\u2019s not something they necessarily have to plan for. It can even happen in casual conversation on a <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/team-communication-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">team communication app<\/a> such as <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pumble<\/a> by <a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAKE.com<\/a>, for example.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Strategic leaders use every opportunity to get new information \u2014 and when one doesn\u2019t present itself, they spontaneously create it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To be able to challenge their own and other people\u2019s opinions, strategic leaders need to communicate in a respectful and considerate manner, and that requires them to have a high EQ \u2014 emotional quotient. To find out what part it plays in business communication, read the following blog:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/emotional-intelligence-in-the-workplace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Emotional intelligence in the workplace<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Practice your leadership communication skills in Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"skill-3-interpreting\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skill #3: Interpreting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Interpreting as a skill directly stems from the previous skill we mentioned \u2014 challenging. When you challenge everything, you\u2019re often bombarded with different (often conflicting) information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, if you don\u2019t have the ability to interpret that information and turn it into something that your company can benefit from \u2014 it\u2019s basically useless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why interpreting is so important. Strategic leaders:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Analyze information,<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seek patterns,<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Find new insights, <\/strong>and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make decisions based on them<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Proper interpretation of information is something that comes easily to strategic thinkers. However, it\u2019s not without its difficulties even if you\u2019re a natural. Different <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/communication\/communication-styles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">communication styles<\/a> can lead to misunderstandings while <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/communication\/communication-barriers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">communication barriers<\/a> can also pose a big problem leading to miscommunication.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Communication barriers can hinder open and effective communication. However, they make matters worse in a remote setting that comes with its own set of communication challenges. To learn how to effectively communicate with your remote team, check out the following blog:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/share-information-in-a-remote-setting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to share information effectively in a remote setting<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"skill-4-deciding\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skill #4: Deciding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, we already mentioned that decisiveness is a core characteristic of every leader. The burden of being solely responsible for every decision is heavy, but every leader must carry it. That\u2019s especially tough when it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/remote-decision-making-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">making decisions in remote teams<\/a> or companies because the flow of information is different in a remote setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, remote or not, <strong>every leader needs to be decisive<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to strategic leadership, the decision-making process is especially important.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being a strategic leader means making the tough calls. However, it also means always having a list of options. Good leaders rarely make decisions based on their \u201cgut feeling\u201d, and they also rarely do it quickly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the previous 3 skills would suggest, the decision-making process involves a <strong>careful consideration of all options<\/strong> (which is often a part of the \u201cchallenging\u201d process).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Strategic leaders usually shy from yes-or-no decisions because they believe there are always (at least one but often more) other options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"skill-5-aligning\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skill #5: Aligning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Strategic leaders need to be <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/active-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">active and proactive communicators<\/a> and <strong>align different points of view<\/strong> (between different stakeholders, for example). They often do this by making a compromise in order to achieve the objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They hold open conversations, communicate \u201cbefore it becomes necessary\u201d just to touch base with stakeholders, and reach out to others on a regular basis. This, in turn, <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/building-trust-in-virtual-teams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>builds trust between team members<\/strong><\/a><strong> and other stakeholders<\/strong> and reinforces their belief in the leader\u2019s vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spadafor agrees that aligning different viewpoints with frequent, transparent communication is important:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns pro-blockquote is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"599\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg\" alt=\"Christine Spadafor\" class=\"wp-image-9510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg 599w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-12x12.jpeg 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201c\u200b\u200bA strategic leader is a strong, clear communicator and is transparent, to the extent appropriate depending on the topic. They engage in regular, frequent communications in a mode that resonates most effectively with specific stakeholder audiences.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"skill-6-learning\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skill #6: Learning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The 6th and final skill that a strategic leader has to have is the ability to learn.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By constantly challenging themselves and others, strategic leaders promote curiosity. Their challenges won\u2019t always yield positive results \u2014 but even when they bring failure, strategic leaders will <strong>see them as growing and learning opportunities<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being able to analyze successful and unsuccessful outcomes and learn lessons from them is maybe even the most important skill of any leader, which is why you\u2019ll always hear a strategic leader asking for feedback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Feedback is the cornerstone of effective communication but people are often unsure how to provide it or ask for it. If you struggle with that, you\u2019ll find (more than) a few interesting tips in the following articles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/remote-constructive-feedback\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to give constructive feedback when working remotely<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/ask-manager-for-feedback\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to ask your manager for feedback<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"strategic-leadership-examples\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strategic leadership examples&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although studies show a <strong>lack of strategic leaders in the global workplace<\/strong> \u2014 a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pwc.com\/gx\/en\/issues\/workforce\/hopes-and-fears.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PwC study<\/a> shows that only 8% of leaders exhibit strategic skills \u2014 there are plenty of examples of strategic leaders in modern (and not-so-modern) history.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Henry Ford<\/strong>, a great visionary leader was also a strategic thinker \u2014 he changed the way the <a href=\"https:\/\/financialpost.com\/fp-work\/blame-henry-ford-why-the-work-week-as-we-know-it-is-all-wrong\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">workweek looked<\/a> because he wanted to sell more cars to people. Yes, you read that right; Henry Ford created the workweek as we know it today when he gave his employees two days off instead of one so they would have more time to drive (and thus buy) cars.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steve Jobs <\/strong>and<strong> Bill Gates <\/strong>are also often cited as great strategic leaders. But, although their contributions to their industry (and companies, of course), were quite notable, they aren\u2019t the only people who employed the principles of strategic leadership in order to achieve massive success.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, let\u2019s take a look at some examples of strategic leadership that you might not have heard of.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"example-1-jacinda-ardern\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Example #1: Jacinda Ardern<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern is an excellent example of a new type of leader who <strong>strategically challenges the archetypes <\/strong>and prejudice while carving her spot on the world\u2019s political map.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the course of a decade, Ardern fairly quickly and seemingly effortlessly rose through the ranks until she was appointed Prime Minister in 2017. Since then, she has battled crisis after crisis \u2014 most notably the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her <strong>quick and decisive action<\/strong> during the pandemic as well as strategic, bold decisions to close the country\u2019s borders showed that Ardern is much more than just another politician looking for her 5 minutes under the spotlight.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An effective communicator who isn\u2019t afraid to <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/ask-tough-questions-at-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ask hard questions<\/a> and discuss various topics (no matter how controversial they are), Ardern quickly became the epitome of a <strong>humane, involved, and dedicated politician<\/strong>, which also makes her a shining example of a strategic leader.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"example-2-steven-spielberg\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Example #2: Steven Spielberg<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You might be surprised to find a filmmaker on this list, but Spielberg is actually an excellent strategic thinker. What\u2019s more, he also successfully <strong>translated the strategic leadership paradigm onto the silver screen<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a strategic leader, he was able to predict the changes modern technology would bring into the film industry and jump on the bandwagon immediately. He\u2019s famous for his use of modern technology but also for his <strong>strategic approach to storytelling<\/strong>. A good example of that would be his decision not to show the shark until the finale of his critically acclaimed movie <em>Jaws<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spielberg demonstrates the skills of a strategic leader in other areas as well \u2014 he\u2019s not afraid to tackle controversial topics in his movies and is always ready to discuss them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"example-3-ozlem-tureci-and-ugur-sahin\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Example #3: \u00d6zlem T\u00fcreci and Ugur Sahin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This power couple single-handedly helped the world crawl out from under the pandemic\u2019s thumb.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both strategic leaders, these two doctors <strong>predicted the pandemic two months before it happened<\/strong>, and immediately <strong>shifted the efforts of their company<\/strong> \u2014 BioNTech \u2014 into the making of an effective vaccine.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, they used their vast knowledge as well as available information to adjust their company\u2019s work in order to achieve a new objective. This decision must not have been easy but it brought us the Pfizer vaccine in the nick of time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"example-4-alexandria-ocasio-cortez\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Example #4: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is the youngest woman to ever be elected into Congress. She\u2019s also a <strong>risk-taking strategic leader<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She offers a fresh perspective and isn\u2019t afraid to try something new \u2014 her use of social media is an excellent example of that.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her transparent approach to social media as well as her utilization of massive platforms to make sure her voice is heard, is a great strategy (but not one many politicians successfully implemented in the past).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AOC completely dismisses the notion she needs to employ convoluted or <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/formal-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">formal communication<\/a> when addressing the voting body of America, thus making it <strong>easier for her to connect with them<\/strong>. As a result, it\u2019s easier for her to push her progressive policies and make room for her grassroots activism regarding climate change, economic and racial justice, and other important topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-1\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">Empower team communication<\/span>\n        <p class=\"translation-block mt-1 mb-3\">Strengthen your team. Try Pumble, the all-in-one communication app by CAKE.com.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex gap-4 align-items-center translation-block justify-content-center justify-content-sm-start\">\n            <a class=\"bg-white rounded px-3 py-1 text-gray-dark\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\" target=\"_blank\">Explore<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-stretch \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/landing-1@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/landing-1.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    \n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-are-the-5-principles-of-strategic-leadership\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the 5 principles of strategic leadership?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Becoming a strategic leader isn\u2019t an impossible task. All you really have to do is apply the 5 principles of strategic leadership. Easy-peasy, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t worry; we\u2019ll explain everything.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of these principles have been mentioned before in this article. However, in this chapter, we\u2019ll put them in perspective for you \u2014 rather than list the skills you need to hone, we\u2019ll tell you <strong>the steps you need to take<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Henry Mintzberg, author of the books <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodreads.com\/book\/show\/134254.Strategy_Safari\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Strategy Safari<\/em><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodreads.com\/book\/show\/619428.The_Strategy_Process\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>The Strategy Process<\/em><\/a>, the <strong>5 principles of strategic leadership<\/strong> (and strategy in general) are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Plan,<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ploy,<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Patter,<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Position, <\/strong>and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perspective.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of these principles is actually a specific approach to strategy. Let\u2019s see what each of them entails.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"principle-1-plan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Principle #1: Plan&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to be a good strategic leader, you must have a plan. Planning is the cheapest but most vital step in your strategy \u2014 so make sure you devote enough time to it. The more planning you do, the <strong>more you can minimize the risks<\/strong>, even if you\u2019re making moves that others might deem controversial.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To be able to make a solid plan, you\u2019ll first have to <strong>anticipate potential problems or opportunities<\/strong> \u2014 and make a strategy for dealing with them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"principle-2-ploy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Principle #2: Ploy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to see your company strive, you have to get ahead of the competition. You have to <strong>disrupt the market <\/strong>\u2014 playing it safe will probably only land you in those 65% of small businesses that fail within a decade.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A ploy is a larger strategy that Mintzberg defines as \u201can unexpected strategy.\u201d By keeping an eye on the market trends, you might be able to execute a ploy \u2014 a move your competitors won\u2019t expect (and which they haven\u2019t planned for).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"principle-3-pattern\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Principle #3: Pattern<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Noticing patterns \u2014 seeing how similar organizations have behaved in the past, or observing how your organization behaves at the moment \u2014 is a helpful element of strategy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It allows you to see whether <strong>useless, outdated, or harmful patterns have inadvertently become a part of your strategy<\/strong>. After finding out whether that\u2019s the case or not, you\u2019ll be able to cut them out of your plan.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"principle-4-position\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Principle #4: Position<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re establishing your strategy, it\u2019s vital that you carefully consider all elements \u2014 internal and external \u2014 that determine your company\u2019s place in the market. Knowing your company\u2019s position will help you figure out <strong>where you want your company to be in the future<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you know that, you\u2019ll be able to make a plan in order to hone your brand image, organizational strategy, and other factors that might contribute to you achieving that goal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"principle-5-perspective\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Principle #5: Perspective<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, the major part of strategic leadership is being able to <strong>put things into perspective<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How do all the changes you plan to implement reflect on the bigger picture?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are they effective when it comes to achieving your vision?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Will they help your organization reach its objectives?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Those are the questions you need to ask yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"why-is-strategic-leadership-important\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is strategic leadership important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Strategic leaders think ahead and look to the future for inspiration. Their ability to foresee and adapt makes them excellent leaders, as it allows them to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/customer-stories\/kreativ-alchemy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Streamline communication<\/strong><\/a><strong> and processes in their organization,<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Motivate their employees to be more productive and engaged,<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Boost innovation in their organization, <\/strong>and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ultimately change the trajectory of the organization<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Dr. David Trafford, co-author of the book <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodreads.com\/book\/show\/38905711-beyond-default\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Beyond Default: Setting Your Organization on a Trajectory to an Improved Future<\/em><\/a><em>,<\/em> the goal of every strategic leader should be to change the path of their company and take it from the \u201cdefault future\u201d to one that\u2019s innovative, improved, and (simply) better.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s one of the benefits of strategic leadership. Don\u2019t worry; there are more. But, strategic leadership also isn\u2019t without its faults, so, in the following two chapters, we\u2019ll take a closer look at all the pros and cons of this type of leadership.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Streamline your business communication in Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"benefits-of-strategic-leadership\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of strategic leadership&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned, strategic leaders can completely change their teams and companies and lead them on a path of great success.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, success isn\u2019t the only benefit this leadership style has to offer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefit-1-strategic-leadership-makes-you-highly-adaptable-to-change\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefit #1: Strategic leadership makes you highly adaptable to change<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Predicting change and facing change are two completely different things. While thinking about changes might be anxiety-inducing to some, strategic leaders not only think about it but also adapt to change quite well \u2014 even when they don\u2019t necessarily expect it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By continually planning for the future, strategic leaders are essentially <strong>constantly preparing for changes<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefit-2-strategic-leadership-creates-an-innovative-working-environment\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefit #2: Strategic leadership creates an innovative working environment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you remember when we mentioned how strategic leaders always challenge views and opinions? Well, this, along with their tendency to react positively to their own views being challenged, creates a safe environment where employees aren&#8217;t afraid to speak up, offer ideas, and take risks. That spurs <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/collaboration\/fostering-teamwork-and-collaboration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">teamwork and collaboration<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our expert, Spadafor, highlighted just how important this type of environment is to a strategic leader and mentioned that it has some fringe benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns pro-blockquote is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"599\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg\" alt=\"Christine Spadafor\" class=\"wp-image-9510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg 599w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-12x12.jpeg 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>&#8220;A good strategic leader &#8216;lives&#8217; the diverse, inclusive, equitable, holistic culture of the organization. Employees know their work is important and that it matters, how it contributes to achieving the strategy, and are recognized and rewarded appropriately.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that the more diverse teams are the more likely they are to solve problems quicker? Diversity in teams leads to diversity in communication, which, in turn, leads to an innovative environment. To find out more about this, head on to the following blog:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/diversity-in-communications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A guide to diversity, equity, and inclusion in workplace communications<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefit-3-strategic-leadership-sets-clear-objectives\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefit #3: Strategic leadership sets clear objectives<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since strategic leadership is very goal-oriented, setting tasks that will help the organization achieve the goals in question is imperative.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, <strong>there&#8217;s no <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/miscommunication-in-the-workplace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>miscommunication in the team<\/strong><\/a><strong> or between the leadership and the employees<\/strong>, since everyone is clear on what their tasks are as well as how those tasks contribute to the company&#8217;s objective.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"downsides-of-strategic-leadership\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Downsides of strategic leadership&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, just like any other type of leadership, the strategic approach has some weaknesses. So, let\u2019s take a look at what ways the strategic approach might be your downfall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"downside-1-predicting-the-future-isnt-easy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Downside #1: Predicting the future isn\u2019t easy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This probably won\u2019t surprise you but predicting the future is a tough task. Sometimes, no matter how much information you gather or how closely you monitor the market, <strong>things will take you by surprise<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although strategic leaders do their best to live in two worlds \u2014 the present and the future \u2014 the latter is often a fickle player and refuses to play out the way we envisioned.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"downside-2-strategic-leaders-can-become-micromanagers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Downside #2: Strategic leaders can become micromanagers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The need to see your plans pan out the way you thought (and hoped) they would might become a strong driving force to start <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/stop-micromanaging-your-remote-team\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">micromanaging your team<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Strategic leaders can sometimes get lost in the \u201cbig picture\u201d and completely lose sight of the problems that are popping up in the here and now. This <strong>puts pressure on their employees<\/strong> to perform tasks they see as \u201cvital\u201d for the bigger picture and forces them to neglect some more pressing matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"downside-3-some-strategic-plans-may-be-rigid\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Downside #3: Some strategic plans may be rigid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although agility is one of the must-have skills for strategic leaders, strategic leaders also have a tendency to be rigid when it comes to the aforementioned \u201cbigger picture.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned, strategic leaders plan ahead. They also try to prepare for every obstacle. However, some <strong>plans that have been put into effect years (or decades) before<\/strong> simply can\u2019t be adjusted or adapted to new circumstances no matter how hard we try. Thus, planning ahead is a coin that has two sides \u2014 and one of them isn\u2019t entirely pleasant.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"expert-tips-on-how-to-become-a-strategic-leader\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Expert tips on how to become a strategic leader&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we\u2019ve learned the basics of strategic leadership, as well as what you need to do in order to become one, it\u2019s time to see whether there\u2019s something that can help you along on your journey.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we told you before, becoming a strategic leader takes planning (go figure!) but it\u2019s not impossible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some <strong>tips and tricks that might help you get there faster<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tip-1-dont-take-things-personally\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1: Don\u2019t take things personally<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some leaders find it easy to challenge different points of view as long as they aren\u2019t <em>their<\/em> points of view.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although human, that mistake could cost you a lot. After all, it\u2019s the strategic leader\u2019s ability to create a safe space where everyone can contribute their thoughts that makes companies with strategic leaders thrive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our expert in strategic leadership, Spadafor, shared that although there are no particular tricks to becoming a good leader, being egotistical is definitely not a strategy you want to try out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns pro-blockquote is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"599\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg\" alt=\"Christine Spadafor\" class=\"wp-image-9510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg 599w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-12x12.jpeg 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cThere are no tricks to becoming a strategic leader \u2013 only focus, discipline, hard work, and knowing that it\u2019s not all about you. So, park the ego at the door.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tip-2-always-listen-carefully-and-actively\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #2: Always listen carefully (and actively)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After checking your ego at the door, you should make sure to check something else \u2014 whether you brought your listening ears.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best tips our expert has for aspiring leaders is that to be a good leader you also need to be a good listener. Here\u2019s her view on why that\u2019s important:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns pro-blockquote is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"599\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg\" alt=\"Christine Spadafor\" class=\"wp-image-9510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor.jpeg 599w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Christine-Spadafor-12x12.jpeg 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cThe BEST TIP to become a better strategic leader: be an ACTIVE listener. There is a difference between listening and actually hearing what is being said. Hear the underlying message, not simply the words. Many times the message and literal words are inconsistent.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>So:&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Ask questions.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Engage in active listening.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Hear more than you talk.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You\u2019ll learn so much.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tip-3-sharing-is-caring-and-leads-to-success\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3: Sharing is caring (and leads to success)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another great tip that might help everyone become a better strategic leader is to always <strong>remember to share your vision<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping your long-term plans close to your chest is an understandable urge. However, in order to be an effective leader, you must have clear goals and plans and be willing to share them with others.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Only when you know your specific goals and have made everyone aware of them will you be able to properly assess whether the day-to-day decisions you make contribute to you achieving those goals or not.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So make sure you consistently communicate with your team members and employees and don\u2019t forget to employ <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/two-way-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">two-way communication<\/a>. Receiving feedback from others is just as important as giving it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-light pumble-gradient-templates\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">All-in-one digital HQ<\/span>\n        <p class=\"translation-block mt-1 mb-3\">A communication app for teams of all kinds. 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