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Episode 59

Strategic Thinking: A Coaching Conversation with Ken Barr Jr.

This week Brandon delves into the fascinating world of the Strategic Thinking domain with guest Ken Barr Jr., Gallup Certified Strengths Coach.

Whether you geek out over data, thrive on visionary ideas, or just want to know how to get the most out of the deep thinkers in your life (or on your team), this episode is for you.

Get an understanding of all eight Strategic Thinking strengths and uncover how they drive better decision-making, stronger teams, and, to be honest, a little frustration.

Ken’s been in the coaching game for nearly two decades, and he’s sharing his best insights on how to unlock the superpowers of these thinkers.

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 Key Takeaways: 

  • Strengths in this domain—such as Input, Strategic, and Learner—focus on gathering and organizing information to identify long-term solutions.
  • Thinkers in this domain thrive when they are given the freedom to explore information before making decisions.
  • Friction can arise between thinkers and execution-oriented colleagues, emphasizing the need for a balance of perspectives. 
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