Stop Jumping to Solutions: A Leader's Guide to Solving Problems
Stop Jumping to Solutions: A Leader's Guide to Solving Problems
English | 2025 | ASIN: B0DVCCPNP8 | 140 pages | Epub | 3.92 MB
English | 2025 | ASIN: B0DVCCPNP8 | 140 pages | Epub | 3.92 MB
What if the biggest mistake in problem-solving is solving the wrong problem?
Mitchell, the Director of Sales Support at Western Shores Financial Credit Union, thought quick thinking and bold moves were the keys to leadership. But when a high-stakes project—and a few personal challenges—put his methods to the test, Mitchell discovers that rushing to solutions without truly understanding the problem can be costly.
In this engaging business fable, Stop Jumping to Solutions reveals how even seasoned leaders can fall into the trap of fixing the wrong thing. Through Mitchell’s journey, you’ll learn how to:
Reframe challenges to uncover the true problem beneath the symptoms
Use data-driven thinking (not gut reactions)
Apply the PDCA cycle to solve the right problems, the right way
Avoid costly mistakes that erode trust and waste time
With humor, corporate drama, and practical takeaways, this story is a must-read for project managers, team leads, and mid-level leaders ready to ditch quick fixes and embrace smarter leadership.