While a strategist can work in a number of industries with varying roles, generally this position improves organization, handles goal-setting, and conducts the planning required to achieve those goals. Working in this position, you develop strategic plans based on research and data you’ve gathered. Many positions require you to examine a business first to understand their goals and how to achieve these goals more efficiently. Other duties include staying on top of changing trends in your client’s industry, brainstorming with other team members and management, identifying problems, and presenting findings to clients and higher-ups in the company.