The Strategy Dialogues

""When an author can make something as practical as it is entertaining, you have something special! John Hillen makes strategy actionable and understandable in a way that everyone will be able to navigate, grasp and put into practice."" -Patrick Lencioni - New York Times bestselling author of 13 books, including The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, with over 8 million copies sold worldwide ""A brilliant combination of wisdom, practicality, and storytelling!"" -Dr. Marshall Goldsmith - Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach and New York Times bestselling author of What Got You Here Won't Get You There ""John Hillen masterfully breaks down the fundamentals of what strategy is and how to use it to make your company and life more effective and meaningful."" -Arthur C. Brooks - Harvard Professor and #1 New York Times bestselling author ""John Hillen has reproduced a masterclass on how to think and act strategically in book form."" -Professor Sir Lawrence Freedman - Author of Strategy: A History ""As a CEO, strategy is important for setting the long-term vision and direction for the company. Adapting to changing market conditions and rethinking strategy at the right time is also critical. John's creative approach in this book helps readers virtually engage to learn the difficult tenets of strategic thinking."" -Carey A. Smith - Chair, President and Chief Executive Officer, Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) ""While after I read most strategy books, I wish I hadn't because they make no contribution to the theory and practice of strategy, I felt the opposite after reading The Strategy Dialogues. John Hillen makes a valuable contribution by helping readers appreciate the importance of the dialogue process in creating great strategy and providing practical advice on how to conduct a productive strategy dialogue."" -Roger L. Martin - Former Dean of the Rotman School of Management and Thinkers50 #1 Management Thinker in the World ""In The Strategy Dialogues, John Hillen makes understanding strategy fun and accessible.It is a book that teams should read and apply its insights."" -Lieutenant General H. R. McMaster, PhD - Former US National Security Advisor ""John Hillen leverages his decades of experience to offer a fresh perspective on strategic thinking. Through engaging conversations, he unveils practical insights and actionable tools to help leaders develop and implement effective strategies. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, The Strategy Dialogues will empower you to navigate the complexities of the modern business world."" -Chris Nassetta - President and CEO, Hilton (NYSE: HIL) ""If you're an executive looking to sharpen your strategic thinking, this book is a must-read."" -Paul Brown - Co-Founder and CEO of Inspire Brands, parent company of Arby's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Baskin-Robbins, Dunkin', Jimmy John's, and SONIC restaurants ""The Strategy Dialogues explains the basics of business strategy, the strategic mindset, and the tools that strategists use in a simple and entertaining way. John Hillen has done any student of business strategy-in a school or on the job-a great service with this readable primer. A fun and enlightening way to learn about strategic management!"" -Professor Sarah E. Nutter - Charles E. Kern Professor of Accounting at the University of Oregon