• Practical outcome-driven strategic thinking and problem solving models
• A structured systems thinking approach to analyse problems and formulate strategy
• Stakeholder engagement principles to work collaboratively on organisational issues
• Your role as a leader empowering others to solve problems
Dr Karen Whittingham
Karen is one of Australia’s leading executive management development specialists who has worked with thousands of executives to transition them into senior leadership roles quickly and effectively. She is an organisational psychologist passionate about people’s success and facilitating their careers to rise. She teaches organisational psychology at UNSW and works with ASX listed companies and large public sector organisations to drive engagement, inclusion, and performance.
Leadership Expert & Executive Coach
Impact Psychology Pty Ltd
Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving in the NPS
- Explore strategic thinking in executive leadership roles
- Examples of strategic thinking in policy, programs, and operations
- Learn structured approaches to complex challenges
Develop a Strategic Perspective
- Think beyond immediate tasks to see the big picture
- Utilise a ‘systems thinking’ approach and identify interconnections
- Balance short term priorities with long term objectives
Collaborate and Strategise Together
- Integrate perspectives for more diverse solutions
- Deliver cross-functional priorities faster
- Engage stakeholders to achieve buy-in for long term strategies
Dr Karen Whittingham Leadership Expert & Executive Coach Impact Psychology Pty Ltd
Understand the Problem
- Define the problem and explore reframing techniques
- Source the root cause of issues and evaluate impact
- Collaborate with affected parties
Identify and Evaluate Suitable solutions
- Explore techniques for idea generation
- Make effective decisions in uncertain environments
- Evaluate outcomes and plan contingencies
Implement Strategy and Monitor Results
- Identify success measures and set timeframes
- Align solutions with organisational strategy
- Build engagement within teams and embed change
Dr Karen Whittingham Leadership Expert & Executive Coach Impact Psychology Pty Ltd
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