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Your 4 levels of research strategy

3 min readJul 18, 2024

Ever feel like you’re spinning your wheels in research? Jumping from project to project without a clear direction? You’re not alone. Most scientists are trapped in the “scattered research” trap, and it’s killing their careers.

Today, I’m going to share the secret strategy that separates mediocre researchers from scientific superstars. It’s called the Strategic Research Pyramid, and it’s about to revolutionize your approach to science.

Let’s dive in.

The Costly Mistake 99% of Scientists Make

Here’s a hard truth: brilliant experiments alone won’t cut it in today’s hyper-competitive scientific landscape. You need a strategic vision.

Think about it. A groundbreaking study without an overarching purpose? It’s like a Ferrari without a steering wheel — flashy, but ultimately useless.

But a solid study aligned with a clear research vision? That’s scientific gold, baby.

The greatest minds in science — we’re talking professors with massive funding and field-defining researchers — they all understand this crucial equation:

Strategic Vision + Solid Research = 10x Impact

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Lennart Nacke
Lennart Nacke

Written by Lennart Nacke

🧠 Tenured brain, weekly drops. Maximum citations but sanity questionable. The prof your prof follows for research, UX & AI ideas. University Research Chair.

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