The Lazy Genius Podcast 12 Ways to Be a Better Problem Solver, Part 1
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Jan 12, 2026 Explore practical strategies for tackling everyday problems, from simplifying issues into smaller, manageable bites to recognizing the hidden challenges in our lives. Discover the significance of naming what matters and how catastrophic language can cloud our judgement. Hear a relatable story of a canceled flight that highlights the art of pivoting under pressure. Plus, get inspired by a listener's tip on maintaining laundry rhythm and a pep talk on moving past the pursuit of perfection.
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Shrink Problems Before Solving
- Make problems as small as possible before solving them so solutions are manageable and low-risk.
- Small problems let you imagine and try practical fixes you actually have energy to implement.
Solve Within Your Season
- Remember your current season of life and name it so you stop solving problems from a past season.
- Adjust expectations and solutions to what you actually have energy and capacity for right now.
Name What Matters Early And Often
- Name what matters early so you can choose solutions that actually address your priorities.
- Re-state what matters often to avoid picking fixes that miss the true need.
