Ep 203: How Leaders Use Strategy (with David Ashcraft)

About this episode

In this episode, Whitney Putnam and David Ashcraft discuss the importance of strategy in leadership and how to approach it practically.

Strategy can feel intimidating. Maybe it brings up pressure to get it right. Maybe it feels restrictive. Or maybe it's something you've been avoiding because you're not quite sure where to start. In this episode, Whitney Putnam sits down with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft to simplify strategy and make it practical. Together, they unpack why strategy matters at every level of leadership—and why waiting for perfect clarity might be the very thing holding you back. If you've ever felt stuck trying to "figure it all out" before taking a step forward, this conversation will help you move.

People in this episode

Host: Whitney Putnam

Guest: David Ashcraft

Topics covered

• leadership
• strategy
• personal development
• decision making
• clarity

Keywords

• strategy
• leadership
• David Ashcraft
• Whitney Putnam
• clarity
• decision making
• personal development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Global Leadership Network

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