Shifts thinking from tactical to strategic using Anneka Gupta's frameworks for becoming more strategic. Use when escaping feature factory, moving from output to outcomes, or communicating strategic value.
Claude uses this skill when:
Strategic:
Tactical:
Framework:
NOW (0-3 months):
- What we're shipping this quarter
- Execution focus
NEXT (3-12 months):
- What we're building toward
- Strategic choices
LATER (12+ months):
- Where we want to be
- Vision and positioning
# Feature: [Name]
## TACTICAL VIEW (What)
- Feature: [description]
- Timeline: [when]
- Resources: [who/how much]
## STRATEGIC VIEW (Why)
### Problem
- User problem: [describe]
- Business problem: [describe]
- Why now: [timing]
### Outcome
- Success metric: [metric moves from X to Y]
- Business impact: [revenue/retention/acquisition]
- Strategic goal: [how it ladders up]
### Vision
- Short-term (3 months): [milestone]
- Medium-term (12 months): [where this leads]
- Long-term (2+ years): [ultimate vision]
## Strategic Communication
"We're building [feature] because [user problem]. This will drive [outcome] and moves us toward [strategic goal]."
Think Strategically:
Communicate Strategically:
Anneka Gupta:
"Strategic PMs start with why. Tactical PMs start with what."
On Escaping Feature Factory:
"You're not a project manager. You're a product manager. Know the difference."