Take a quick test and find out
Do you know how to not just think strategically — but act strategically too?
Answer these 6 questions:
1. Do you have a clear list of your key customer segments that everyone in the company knows?
- 5 points for “Definitely yes”
- 4 points for “More yes than no”
- 2 points for “More no than yes”
- 0 points for “Definitely no”
2. Do you study your customers’ needs in depth?
- 5 points for “Definitely yes”
- 4 points for “More yes than no”
- 2 points for “More no than yes”
- 0 points for “Definitely no”
3. Do you have a list of unmet customer needs your strategy is meant to address?
- 5 points for “Definitely yes”
- 4 points for “More yes than no”
- 2 points for “More no than yes”
- 0 points for “Definitely no”
4. Do you know the key assets that drive value for those customers? Do you develop them systematically?
- 5 points for “Definitely yes”
- 4 points for “More yes than no”
- 2 points for “More no than yes”
- 0 points for “Definitely no”
5. Are your core processes designed around delivering that value?
- 5 points for “Definitely yes”
- 4 points for “More yes than no”
- 2 points for “More no than yes”
- 0 points for “Definitely no”
6. Are your short- and long-term plans focused on developing those value-driving assets and processes?
- 5 points for “Definitely yes”
- 4 points for “More yes than no”
- 2 points for “More no than yes”
- 0 points for “Definitely no”
Score ranges:
25–30: You’re a top strategist. Congrats!
You think and act strategically — it’s clearly part of your leadership DNA.
18–24: Solid strategic thinking — with room to grow.
You’re on the right track. With more structure and consistency, your strategy could become a powerful competitive edge.
11–17: You get what strategy is — now make it systematic.
You understand the value of strategy, but it’s time to bring more clarity and discipline to how you use it.
0–10: Just getting started — and that’s great!
You’re likely new to strategy, but the fact that you’re reading this means you’re already headed in the right direction. Keep going.
Scored under 25 points? Don’t worry — that’s easy to fix.
You’ll love my new online course Architects of Business Growth, starting September 16.
It’s built for teams. Over 7 weeks, you’ll go through it together — and during that time:
• You’ll build a system for daily decisions that actually drives growth
• Clear up the confusion — everyone on your team will understand strategy the same way
• Create a shared strategic vision
• Launch real projects and metrics — and build your plan for 2026
If you’re a leader — take this course with your team, and grow stronger together.
If you’re part of a team — share it with your manager.
🎯 Special early-bird pricing is available until August 22.
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If you have any questions – drop me a line.
Svyatoslav Biryulin