Strategy

Strategy

Strategic Thinking

Open Workshop

Think beyond the to-do list.

A half-day open session on strategic thinking. Step back from the busywork and learn to make the deliberate choices that move things forward.

Format

3-hour live session

DESIGNED FOR

Individuals and small groups of two or three

Open workshop
£ 175 

Per seat, plus VAT. Team rates for three or more.

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Open workshop ticket plus supporting materials

QUICK SUMMARY

In a nutshell.

INCLUDES
  • A 3-hour live session, in person in central London or online
  • A clear model and the few ideas that make the difference
  • Scenario practice in the conversations that matter
  • A personal commitment you leave ready to act on
  • A digital toolkit to use with your own team afterwards
OUTCOMES
  • Learn to step back and see the bigger picture
  • Practise making clear choices about where to focus
  • Leave with a way to bring strategic thinking to your work
DEEP DIVE

The process, step by step.

Each tool has a specific job and a specific place in the running order. Run them like this and the outcome takes care of itself.

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Strategy Radar (short)
Reading the landscape together
30 minutes

Canvas

A 30-minute version of Strategy Radar, used in the Strategic Thinking workshop. Participants map the forces acting on their role or team across the three time rings and six categories, with a short opening framing. For the full 90-minute leadership version, see Strategy Radar.
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Strategic Intent
Ambition, Arena, Edge, Proof
90 minutes

Framework

Creative Huddle's proprietary framework for setting strategic direction. A four-part structure, Ambition, Arena, Edge and Proof, that guides a leadership team from environmental awareness through to a clear, shared, and honestly tested strategic position.
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Strategy Rollout (short)
How do we make it real?
30 minutes

Exercise

A 30-minute version of Strategy Rollout, used in the Strategic Thinking workshop. Participants shape their strategic story, plan who needs to hear it, and set personal commitments. For the full 60-minute version, see Strategy Rollout.
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Four-Corner Feedback
A quick four-part reflection to close a session.
15 minutes

Exercise

Each person takes a sheet of paper, divides it into four corners, and answers a question or completes a statement in each. The group then shares selected responses.
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DEEP DIVE

The agenda, step by step.

The session is made up of a series of explainers, scenarios and tools. Read more below to get a clear picture of what to expect.

CLICK EACH ITEM TO READ MORE
Strategy Radar (short)
Reading the landscape together
30 minutes

Canvas

A 30-minute version of Strategy Radar, used in the Strategic Thinking workshop. Participants map the forces acting on their role or team across the three time rings and six categories, with a short opening framing. For the full 90-minute leadership version, see Strategy Radar.
Read more about this tool →
Strategic Intent
Ambition, Arena, Edge, Proof
90 minutes

Framework

Creative Huddle's proprietary framework for setting strategic direction. A four-part structure, Ambition, Arena, Edge and Proof, that guides a leadership team from environmental awareness through to a clear, shared, and honestly tested strategic position.
Read more about this tool →
Strategy Rollout (short)
How do we make it real?
30 minutes

Exercise

A 30-minute version of Strategy Rollout, used in the Strategic Thinking workshop. Participants shape their strategic story, plan who needs to hear it, and set personal commitments. For the full 60-minute version, see Strategy Rollout.
Read more about this tool →
Four-Corner Feedback
A quick four-part reflection to close a session.
15 minutes

Exercise

Each person takes a sheet of paper, divides it into four corners, and answers a question or completes a statement in each. The group then shares selected responses.
Read more about this tool →
What you leave with

Three things you walk away with.

Join an open session and sharpen your strategic thinking alongside peers from other organisations.

See the bigger picture

Learn to step back from the busywork.

Choose where to focus

Practise making clear choices about priorities.

Think more strategically

Leave with a way to bring strategic thinking to your work.

How it works

From booking to the room.

one

Book your seat

Choose a date and book online. You get instant confirmation, and an invoice if you need one.

two

Get your details

We send joining instructions, the location or link, and anything to prepare beforehand.

three

Come along

Join a small cohort of peers from other organisations for the session.

four

Take it back

Leave with practical tools and a clear next step to put to work with your own team.

How it works

From purchase to running it.

one

Buy the kit

A one-off purchase, with instant access to every file and a licence for your whole organisation.

two

Download everything

Get the full toolkit as a single download: guides, tools, workbook and slides.

three

Make it yours

Read the facilitator's guide and tailor the deck and materials to your team.

four

Run it

Use the kit as designed and lead your team through the process from start to finish.

In the kit

Everything you need, from start to finish.

The kit is built to be opened and used. No theory to interpret, no convoluted instructions or setup. Everything is ready.

Full Engagement

Everyone collaborates equally and effectively, a carefully designed experience that helps people of all kinds speak up, generate ideas, solve problems and make decisions.

Expert Facilitation

A skilled facilitator guides everyone through the discussions to reach your aims, keeping energy high, making sure everyone contributes, and wrapping up with clear points and actions.

Honest conversations

The discussions teams usually avoid get had openly, and something shifts as a result.

Tools & Techniques

A wide collection of facilitation approaches, from World Cafe to Open Space, Team Canvas to Customer Journey Mapping, chosen to fit your brief.

New Ideas

Fresh thinking might be needed to tackle some of your trickier objectives or most pressing problems.

Tangible Outputs & Action Steps

A clear set of actions to be taken by the team after the workshop to continue improving performance.

In the SESSION

Time well spent, from start to finish.

I've been delivering open workshops for years. They're different beasts to in-person sessions, and I use a considered mix of technology and facilitation techniques to make them effective and engaging experiences. Here's what you can expect when you attend this one.

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Full Engagement

Everyone collaborates equally and effectively, a carefully designed experience that helps people of all kinds speak up, generate ideas, solve problems and make decisions.

Expert Facilitation

A skilled facilitator guides everyone through the discussions to reach your aims, keeping energy high, making sure everyone contributes, and wrapping up with clear points and actions.

Honest conversations

The discussions teams usually avoid get had openly, and something shifts as a result.

Tools & Techniques

A wide collection of facilitation approaches, from World Cafe to Open Space, Team Canvas to Customer Journey Mapping, chosen to fit your brief.

New Ideas

Fresh thinking might be needed to tackle some of your trickier objectives or most pressing problems.

Tangible Outputs & Action Steps

A clear set of actions to be taken by the team after the workshop to continue improving performance.

Is it right for you?

An honest read on fit.

A good fit if
  • You want a practical, working session rather than a lecture
  • You are happy to take part in discussion and activities
  • You can join as an individual or send two or three people
  • You want ideas and tools you can take back to your team
Probably not for you if
  • You are looking for a lecture rather than a working session
  • You want a fully bespoke programme for an intact team, where the team workshop is the better fit
  • You are not ready to act on what you take away
Just want to take the opportunity to thank you again for a really great, lively, useful session. Definitely the best I have been part of.

Common questions.

How do I book a place?

Choose a date on this page, set the number of seats you need, and check out. You will get instant confirmation by email.

Is it online or in person?

Both. Each date runs either in central London or online over Zoom. The format is shown next to each date.

Can I book for more than one person?

Yes. Set the quantity at checkout for the seats you need. Team rates apply for three or more.

What will I walk away with?

A clear, practical grasp of the topic, a few tools you can use straight away, and a digital toolkit to take back to your team.

What if I cannot make the date?

Get in touch and we will move you to another date where we can. If you need a session for your own team, we also run these privately.

Need a hand?

Talk to James first.

If you are not sure whether this is right for your team, a short call is the fastest way to find out. No pressure, no pitch.