I've always had trouble distinguishing the two, so I was wondering if anyone could properly clarify what sets them apart from each other. I'm kind of embarrassed to admit not knowing, but hey, I want to.
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A tactician is someone who makes things (plans, ideas) up as they unveil to help them in the matter at hand. A quick-thinker if you will. And a strategist is someone who has studied the matter at hand and makes careful decisions based on his/her indepth training and career.