a skilful or efficient way of doing or achieving something.

a plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim. aim/ goal/ objective

 A strategy describes how the ends (goals) will be achieved by the means (resources). Strategy generally involves, setting goals and priorities, determining actions to achieve the goals, and mobilizing resources to execute the actions

 When talking about the near future, people often use the word tactics.

An effective strategy contains five key elements: Arenas, Differentiators, Vehicles, Staging, and Economic Logic. Remember that it's important to consider each element in the diamond because they are all interrelated and mutually reinforcing.

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All of these methods are preliminary; debates are trying to generate ideas, not to develop a case in finished form.