Strategist

/ˈstrætədʒɪst/ noun

Definition

A person who plans and designs careful, long-term plans to achieve a goal, especially in war, business, or politics.

Etymology

From Greek 'strategia'—'stratos' (army) and 'agein' (to lead). Originally used for military commanders, it evolved to describe anyone skilled at planning complex operations.

Kelly Says

The ancient Chinese text 'The Art of War' by Sun Tzu is still studied by business strategists today—some of its tactics about understanding your opponent and adapting to terrain directly influenced modern corporate strategy.

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