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The Best 6 Step To Be A Problem Solver
The Best 6 Step To Be A Problem Solver
Like it or not, we all have to make decisions. And the decisions we make
need to solve the problems we face. Whether you want to fix a bug in
your network, hit a deadline, secure that promotion or start your own
company – however big or small, we all set objectives and goals for
ourselves that require us to solve problems.
Once you have identified what your problem is, you need to figure out
why it is.
Because as you work towards solving your problem, you are going to
want to find a solution that deals with the causes and not just the
symptoms, right? So again, take the time to investigate the situation.
Collect information, analyze your findings, and refine your diagnosis.
Is it technically viable?
Is it scale-able?
Do you have the resources?
What are the risks? Can they be managed?
Does your solution benefit as many people as possible?
Can it be measured? How will you measure it?
Give this part plenty of thought too. Build a really tight plan to execute
your solution. You will need to cover who, what, when, and how you
will implement your plan.
And just as importantly, you will need to think about how you are going
to determine if your solution was a success, which leads us to the final
step.
How does it measure against your goals? Have you met your objectives?
Have you stayed within budget? Is the work complete? Can you see a
measurable outcome?