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Chasing the Shiny New Idea

To solve really hard problems, you need to write down or record new ideas so you don’t lose them. But you also need to organize and prioritize those ideas.

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Author Marcus SchallerPosted on March 24, 2022Categories Problem SolvingLeave a comment on Chasing the Shiny New Idea

Surprise Breakthroughs

The best solutions usually hit you when you least expect them—when you’re showering, or walking the dog, or making breakfast.

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Author Marcus SchallerPosted on March 23, 2022Categories Problem SolvingLeave a comment on Surprise Breakthroughs

Flex vs Force

There are 2 basic approaches to strategic problem solving: flex and force.

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Author Marcus SchallerPosted on March 22, 2022Categories Problem SolvingLeave a comment on Flex vs Force

Satisficing

The typical brainstorming approach to problem solving is usually a waste of time.

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Author Marcus SchallerPosted on March 21, 2022Categories Problem SolvingLeave a comment on Satisficing

The Myth of the Perfect Strategy

Your idea for how to solve a complex problem is just a starting point. It’s a hypothesis.

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Author Marcus SchallerPosted on March 18, 2022March 19, 2022Categories Problem SolvingLeave a comment on The Myth of the Perfect Strategy

Long-Game Vs Short-Game Problem Solving Part 3

Once you have a better understanding of how others see the problem, reframe the problem based on how they think things should be—not just how you think things should be.

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Author Marcus SchallerPosted on March 17, 2022March 19, 2022Categories Problem SolvingLeave a comment on Long-Game Vs Short-Game Problem Solving Part 3

Long-Game Vs Short-Game Problem Solving Part 2

Problems involving complex systems and competing goals require a long-game solution strategy. A series of smaller, incremental moves based on a wider view of the problem.

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Author Marcus SchallerPosted on March 16, 2022March 19, 2022Categories Problem SolvingLeave a comment on Long-Game Vs Short-Game Problem Solving Part 2

Long-Game Vs Short-Game Problem Solving Part 1

Problems involving complex systems and competing goals can be overwhelming.

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Author Marcus SchallerPosted on March 15, 2022March 19, 2022Categories Problem SolvingLeave a comment on Long-Game Vs Short-Game Problem Solving Part 1

Effortless Problem Solving

Coming up with better solutions isn’t about putting in more effort. It’s about creating the right conditions to make breakthroughs effortless.

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Author Marcus SchallerPosted on March 14, 2022March 19, 2022Categories Problem SolvingLeave a comment on Effortless Problem Solving

Good Strategy

Every solution to a complex problem needs a good strategy. And a good strategy is much more than just a description of the solution.

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Author Marcus SchallerPosted on March 11, 2022March 19, 2022Categories Problem SolvingLeave a comment on Good Strategy

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