Strategic Intuition

William Duggan shows how strategic intuition lies at the heart of great achievements throughout human history - from the scientific and computer revolutions to women's suffrage, the civil rights movement, modern art, microfinance in poor countries and much more. 'The best strategy book of the year' David Newkirk, "Strategy & Business"

This book will be the first to introduce formally, authoritatively, and convincingly the notion of strategic intuition. All strategic leaders can benefit immensely from it. -- Douglas C. Lovelace, Senior National Security Strategist Whether finding the next great game designer or the next great entrepreneur, I always try to find those special few who have made the 'giant leap' to the next big idea. William Duggan finally explains how the mind forms great leaps and how throughout time individuals have used strategic intuition to change the world. Strategic Intuition should be required reading for anyone in the venture capital business. -- Gilman Louie, partner, Alsop Louie Partners and former CEO of In-Q-Tel Whether the subject is art, science, or business, William Duggan takes us on a fascinating exploration into how the human brain connects experience and knowledge to create entirely new ideas in momentary flashes of insight. A definitely important read for anyone charged with bringing innovation to strategic leadership. -- Robin Harper, vice president, marketing and community development, Linden Lab, creator of Second Life William Duggan's book is really on point. His work has enormous implications for the teaching of strategy. -- Glenn Hubbard, Dean, Columbia Business School

Preface1. Flash Vs. Blink: An Introduction to Strategic Intuition2. Revolution on Earth: Flashers of Insight in Scientific Discovery3. Two Halves of a Brain: Intelligent Memory in Neuroscience4. Lieutenant M Saves Your Life: Expert Intuition in Action5. The Corsican Conquers Europe: Coup d'Oeil in Classical Military Strategy6. Warrior Buddha: The Path to Beginner's Mind7. Gates and the Google Guys: Strategic Innovation in Business8. Mouse, Minister and Moneylender: The Art of What Works in Social Enterprise9. Picasso Dines with an African Sculpture: Creative Combination in the Profession10. Do We Do Dewey? Teaching Strategic Intuition11. Kennedy Shoots for the Moon: Progress Through OpportunityAppendix: Strategic Intuition Online