tactician

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Friends, associates and former colleagues and bosses describe Michael as a sharp-elbowed negotiator and a tactician who can turn a mess into a lucrative payday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has long been lauded for revolutionising rugby with original strategic moves but Saturday's epic comeback win over France highlighted his abilities as the world's leading tactician.

From Barron's • Nov. 9, 2025

That’s what made her a superb deal-maker and legislative tactician, along with the personal touch she brought to her leadership.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2025

Boasting great midfielders, the tactician needed a system that would exploit the virtues of his new arrivals and especially that of McTominay.

From BBC • Oct. 29, 2024

"So now," he said, rubbing his eye with a delicate circular movement of his fist, "the great tactician asks what's wrong. Is it possible that something could be wrong? Do you hear him, Brothers?"

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison