Farsightedness

/ˈfɑɹˌsaɪtɪdnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality of being able to plan wisely for the future and understand long-term consequences; prudent vision or strategic thinking.

Etymology

From 'farsighted' plus '-ness.' This noun form emphasizes the abstract quality of having farsight, particularly in a strategic or planning context.

Kelly Says

Most successful businesses and governments succeed because of farsightedness—yet this ability is frustratingly rare in human leadership, suggesting it might be an evolutionary trait we haven't fully developed.

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