Category: Problem Solving

Boss’s Tip of the Week: Go for one more right answer

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When you’ve got a problem, the tendency is to find a solution and then implement it. But wait. A better solution may be waiting just one question away. Ask, “Is there another way to solve this problem?” Then compare or combine your answers to find the best solution. This is only one of 347 tips in my  »  Read More

Boss’s Tip of the Week: The Why Rules

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If you’ve been around a four-year-old, you know that they ask, “Why?” all the time. You’ll be a better boss if you follow their example (at least a little). Ask “Why?” when someone says, “I thought” or “I had to.” Ask “Why do we do it this way?” Ask  »  Read More