Team essential 6: Stop applying old solutions to new problems!

"The measure of success is not whether you have a tough problem to deal with, but whether it is the same problem you had last year." 

In times of difficulties or crisis, problems arise fast and often. Teams that excel at problem-solving don’t just react—they approach challenges with creativity and collaboration. Ever heard of the Cynefin framework?

Does your team get stuck in one of the following:

-         Delayed decision-making

-         Inefficient use of expertise

-         Misalignment and confusion

-         Paralysis in uncertainty

-         One-size-fits-all thinking

There is a  huge value of situational awareness in executive decision-making moments as a team. Simple, complicated, complex, and chaotic contexts each call for different managerial responses. 

By working together to identify & assess issues, brainstorm the correct approach and thus the correct solutions, they act swiftly. Teams that challenge their problem solving approach turn problems into opportunities for growth. 

Don’t know how and in need of deepening your knowledge on effective problem-solving skills? Give me a call.