Zoom Out Before Acting
Immediate rewards are tempting, but strategic thinking considers how today's choices shape tomorrow's possibilities.
Ask Better Questions
- What happens after this decision?
- What opportunities will this create?
- What options might it remove?
Build Better Decisions
Looking just one or two moves further ahead often separates good decisions from great ones.
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