First the big picture, then after that the details

In chess, on the board, we learn to see the big picture first, first determine the strategy then we look at the details for/on execution.

Similarly, but on a larger canvass, to get us to the next level at chess we also need to see the big picture first. See what are the forces at play. Then and only then we will know where to place our efforts.

To see the big picture, we have to join new dots. The variables cannot only be technical. It is only a small part of the considerations. Otherwise we cannot see the forest for the trees. Otherwise we will always be fire fighting. Otherwise we will go round and round in the same spot while others are moving on.

System analysis. We are looking at a different system. Change one variable and it will have systemic implications. To move the game of chess forward, we need to see its a different system, different variables of which technical is only a partial player.

So continue to join the dots. Think on it. I will give new information in my new postings. When we see the big picture, we will know how we can change things.