Strategist Quote by J.C. Wylie
““I do not criticize the amateur strategist. On the contrary, I believe deeply that strategy is everybody’s business. Too many lives are at stake for us not to recognize strategy as a legitimate and important public concern. But what I do decry is that strategy, which so clearly affects the course of society, is such a disorganized, undisciplined intellectual activity. And I believe this state of affairs might be improved. What””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Strategic Thinking Forum, 2022
Strategy should be a public concern, yet it is often chaotic and undisciplined, needing better organization.
In simple terms: Strategy is vital for society but currently disorganized.
Key Takeaway
Promote disciplined, inclusive strategic planning.
Themes
strategy
public policy
organization
Mood
analytical
optimistic
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- government planning
- business development
- community initiatives
- education curricula
Key Concepts
systems thinking
governance
collective intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we make strategy more inclusive?
- What structures enforce disciplined strategy?
A Different Perspective
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