Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg

In this enlightening discussion, Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg, a problem-solving expert, shares his insights on reframing issues for better solutions. He emphasizes the importance of correctly identifying problems, using the COVID pandemic as a case study. By distinguishing between framing and analysis, Thomas reveals how rethinking problems can boost creativity. He provides practical techniques for redefining issues and encourages collaborative approaches, highlighting that teamwork can lead to more effective resolutions.

Join Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg, a renowned expert in problem reframing and Harvard Business Review contributor, as he discusses the art of identifying and solving the right problems. He emphasizes the importance of shifting perspectives to uncover effective solutions, whether in personal relationships or workplace productivity. Thomas shares insights on questioning initial assumptions and highlights the pitfalls of misidentified problems, urging listeners to investigate the root causes for innovative and less costly solutions.

Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg discusses a nimbler approach to diagnosing problems than existing frameworks: reframing. He’s the author of “Are You Solving the Right Problems?” in the January/February 2017 issue of Harvard Business Review.