[Verse 1] When leaders say strategic around the office floor Each person hears a different thing than what was said before The compliance team thinks rules and risk and keeping things in line While CEOs see market share and bottom-line design [Chorus] Strategic means different things to different minds Same word, different worlds, leaving careers behind Bridge the gap, understand their frame To play the strategic game Know their lens, speak their language true That's how strategic thinking comes through [Verse 2] The CISO hears strategic and thinks of cyber threats Board members think of governance and shareholder assets Your performance review goes sideways when you miss the mark Speaking compliance language when they want that business spark [Chorus] Strategic means different things to different minds Same word, different worlds, leaving careers behind Bridge the gap, understand their frame To play the strategic game Know their lens, speak their language true That's how strategic thinking comes through [Bridge] Overloaded words create confusion in the air Before you demonstrate your worth, you must be aware Listen for their context clues and read between the lines Strategic thinking starts with knowing how each role defines [Verse 3] So before you craft your next report or make your next proposal Stop and ask which strategic lens will help with their disposal Match your message to their mindset, speak the language they expect Transform your contributions to the outcomes they respect [Chorus] Strategic means different things to different minds Same word, different worlds, leaving careers behind Bridge the gap, understand their frame To play the strategic game Know their lens, speak their language true That's how strategic thinking comes through [Outro] One word, many meanings, but now you hold the key Strategic understanding sets your career free
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