The Crux: How Leaders Become Strategists

Richard Rumelt, a renowned authority on strategy, reveals how leaders can become strategists by identifying the crux of a challenge and taking decisive, coherent action. This book provides a straight-talking guide to corporate strategy and how to frame and pursue it.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 02 February 2023
Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

A groundbreaking guide to corporate strategy and its pursuit, Financial Times has acclaimed this book as a Business Book of the Year. In the realm of leadership, the most crucial responsibility lies in initiating actions today that will shape a brighter tomorrow—in essence, strategy. However, how do leaders transition into strategic thinkers? In this revolutionary book, Richard Rumelt, the foremost authority on strategy, unveils the core skill of a strategist: identifying the crux of a challenge. The crux represents the pivotal issue where the most significant impact can be achieved, and Rumelt adeptly guides readers in pinpointing it, enabling them to direct their energy toward what truly matters. Drawing upon his extensive professional and academic expertise, Rumelt employs captivating storytelling to illustrate how leaders can conquer obstacles, navigate uncertainty, and determine the optimal course of action. It is crucial to understand that strategy goes beyond setting financial targets, formulating desired outcomes, or defining performance goals. Rather, it revolves around finding the crux and taking decisive, coherent actions. By delving into these profound insights, readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the art and science of strategic leadership, equipping them with the tools to drive success and create a lasting impact in their organizations.

Weight: 290g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788169516
Edition number: Main