Building a Strategic Mindset in Leaders and Teams

Building a Strategic Mindset in Leaders and Teams

This session introduces leaders to the essential shift from tactical execution to strategic thinking. Participants will explore common barriers that hold people back from thinking strategically and learn practical ways to overcome them. Through interactive examples, they will see how small mindset changes can spark bigger, bolder ideas and open up new possibilities. The presentation highlights why a strategic mindset is critical in today’s fast-changing business environment and how it directly impacts results. Leaders will practice simple techniques they can bring back to their roles to reset how they approach challenges. The focus is on equipping participants with tools they can use immediately to elevate their daily work, strengthen decision-making, and contribute to long-term organizational success.

Objectives for this session:

Recognize barriers that limit strategic thinking and apply methods to overcome them

Reframe challenges to spark bigger, bolder, future-focused thinking

Practice ways to sustain strategic thinking habits that drive business impact

Our Speakers:

Mary Rapaport

Mary Rapaport brings over 25 years of experience in leadership development and strategic learning. As a seasoned consultant, she helps organizations build learning strategies, design immersive workshops, and create workbooks that spark strategic clarity. Her work centers on transforming tactical habits into strategic mindsets—empowering leaders to shift everyday challenges into long-term opportunities. She’s guided teams across industries to break through barriers and amplify their impact with simple, actionable shifts. Her practical style helps participants leave not just inspired, but equipped to apply new thinking immediately. Her sessions blend insight with energy, making strategy feel approachable and doable. Attendees consistently report stronger decision-making and renewed confidence after working with her. She’s excited to share tools that drive agency and sustainable business results.

When:  Tuesday April 21, 2026

Where: Perception Coaching, 931 E 9th Street, Duluth (Hybrid option via Zoom also available.)

Time: 11:45-1:00 PM

Cost: $20 Member, $35 non-member