Strategic Thinking for Results - Skills for Competent Critical Thinking

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Strategic assistants must think differently. How can we develop a curious and insatiable approach to our work and a quest for continuous learning using creative strategic thinking? Strategic assistants look for connections and patterns and don’t settle for the way it’s always been done. They are empowered to take initiative that sparks growth and better job performance. This session will focus on ways to level-up strategic thinking skills in any situation or when dealing with difficult managers.

What will the attendee walk away with?

• Discover 8 thinking traps and attitudes that can sabotage the strategic mindset
• Recognize the keys to viewing tough situations more creatively
• Learn the value of personal "incubation time"
• Discover the power of systems thinking

Bonus Handout: Skills for Competent Critical Thinking

About Lisa Olsen: Lisa Olsen, MS, CWCA is Co-owner of Admin to Admin, providing professional development training for administrative professionals. She has over 20 years experience as a C-Suite career assistant and administrative manager. Lisa is a keynote and workshop presenter on topics such as strategic communication, leadership, emotional intelligence and resilience, critical thinking, how to level-up, and impression management.

She has her Master's in Organizational Leadership with five years of experience teaching at the junior college level. Her presentations focus on relevant and timely topics for assistants of all levels. Lisa's goal is get the attendees thinking about their roles in new and different ways without falling into complacency.