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The Strategy Finishing School was founded by veteran strategy consultant Julian Cole with the goal of assisting strategy misfits struggling with impostor syndrome to break into strategy.Whether you are a freelancer or work for an agency, this is the ideal environment to develop into a well-rounded, confident strategy leader.SFS offers lifetime access to over 80 video lessons (updated frequently); It's a home for Julian's strategy tips and secrets, which you can freely apply in your career. One of the best things about the Strategy Finishing School is the community.It’s a safe place where you can learn from other strategists. We often share decks and get feedback on our work. If you’re looking for a community of smart strategists that can help bring you up, join the School!
Strategy Finishing School (strategyfinishingschool.com) has 90 customer reviews on The Fair Hearing, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
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Oftentimes we rely on on-the-job training or mentorship from our managers but this course is a great way to learn strategy that may or may not be available to you at your workplace. Seriously, take control of your own learning journey and own it.
By Mitchell
He's a pro helping pros. And clear thinking for anyone needing some clarity on how to think :)
By Suzy S.
Best training on strategy! Actionable and practical content, not just theory.
By Indira F.
Julian does a fantastic job covering a large amount of topics in a very digestible format. I definitely recommend it.
By Luis A.
Essential skills agencies don't teach. Honestly, get off the fence and do this. Believe in yourself and invest now. I've been in the business for 15 years and it's a tragedy that leaders don't spend as much time developing award winning people, as they doing award winning client work.
By Kam
Enrolling in the Strategy Finishing School was a game-changer. It simplifies complex strategy concepts, offers practical exercises, and abundant resources. Perfect for strategists or those transitioning. Boosted my confidence significantly. A must for strategic growth!
By Kalin
Julian's structured walk-throughs with accompanying quizzes and real-world examples help create a rounded and rigorous learning environment that's entirely self-paced. Given my full-time employment, knowing I could dive in and out of lessons at my leisure worked for my schedule; and the curriculum has elevated my perspective and capacity for Strategy in application to daily work. Plus getting direct feedback from Julian himself was invaluable in helping to step outside my own perspective for new ways of considering Strategy. Highly recommend!
By Marla
I've been transitioning into a strategist role at my agency and can't say enough about how much Julian's Strategy Finishing School course has prepared me (with both technical skills and confidence) to give it my absolute best. The format and practical examples have made it very easy to follow along and put my ideas into action. Being able to be a part of the private Facebook Group is the perfect added bonus. Thank you!
By Mahfuz C.
