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Do You Understand the Problem You’re Trying to Solve?

HBR On Leadership

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Problem Solving Methods and Reframing for Powerful Results

Traditional problem-solving methods like after action reviews, five wise exercises, or six sigma interventions may not always lead to the most powerful results. By reframing the way we think about problems and focusing on problem diagnosis, we can achieve better outcomes. While tools like six sigma and root cause analysis are helpful, they often oversimplify the complex nature of problems by assuming a single root cause. In reality, problems are multi-causal, with various factors contributing to the issue at hand.

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