The Strategy Dialogues: A Primer on Business Strategy and Strategic Management

Engage your strategic mind!“Makes strategy actionable and understandable.” ‒Patrick Lencioni, Author of The Five Dysfunctions of a Team

What does it mean to think strategically? How do I set the right direction for my organization? And how can I turn strategic aspirations into reality?

In The Strategy Dialogues, you will find the answers to these questions. In this transformative book, former US Assistant Secretary of State, accomplished CEO, and award-winning professor Dr. John Hillen invites you to eavesdrop on a series of strategy workshops and conversations, offering a front-row seat to witness the basic tools of strategic thinking applied to real-world organizational challenges.


- Master the art of strategic thinking: delve into the heart of strategic management and learn how to think strategically.
- Foundational frameworks unveiled: equip yourself with essential tools and analytical frameworks, demystifying the complexity of strategic management with engaging and understandable explanations.
- Strategic leadership essentials: discover the skills that set top-tier strategists apart.

“A masterclass in how to think and act strategically in book form.” ‒Sir Lawrence Freedman, Author of Strategy: A History

“Masterfully breaks down the fundamentals of what strategy is and how to use it to make your company and life more effective and meaningful.” ‒Arthur C. Brooks, #1 New York Times bestselling author

“A fun and enlightening way to learn about strategic management!” ‒Prof. Sarah E. Nutter, University of Oregon

“A brilliant combination of wisdom, practicality, and storytelling!” ‒Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, New York Times bestselling author