2 The Diagnostic Framework

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[Verse 1]
When they say "not strategic enough" don't panic yet
Three different gaps hide behind that same critique
Could be your scope's too narrow, tunnel vision set
Or maybe you're reactive when they want proactive speak
The third one's communication, your best work stays hidden
While leadership debates without your voice forbidden

[Chorus]
Diagnose before you fix it, three gaps to explore
Scope and proactivity, communication's door
S-P-C remember well, strategic gaps unveiled
Listen to the context clues, let understanding sail

[Verse 2]
Gap one is tunnel thinking, focused on your lane
They're saying bigger picture's missing from your view
Solutions cause side effects, reactive is your game
Read other business units, expand what you pursue
Ask leadership directly what keeps them up at night
Frame compliance goals within their broader sight

[Chorus]
Diagnose before you fix it, three gaps to explore
Scope and proactivity, communication's door
S-P-C remember well, strategic gaps unveiled
Listen to the context clues, let understanding sail

[Verse 3]
Gap two means you're waiting for them to make the call
No agenda of your own, they raise compliance first
Scan the regulatory horizon, threats both big and small
Bring interpretations before their patience bursts
Proactive communication, scheduled and routine
Share what's coming next, not just what's already been

[Verse 4]
Gap three's the trickiest, your work seems operational
But you know the strategic choices that you make
Your contributions vanish from each conversation
While leadership discusses what's truly at stake
This curriculum targets gap three specifically
Making hidden value shine more brilliantly

[Chorus]
Diagnose before you fix it, three gaps to explore
Scope and proactivity, communication's door
S-P-C remember well, strategic gaps unveiled
Listen to the context clues, let understanding sail

[Bridge]
Context gives you clues about which gap you face
Specific language matters, ask questions with grace
Before you can respond, know what they really mean
Diagnostic framework keeps your strategy clean

[Outro]
Not strategic enough has multiple faces
Diagnose the real gap, then fill in those spaces

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