Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 23, 2013

When I first read Karen Martin’s book, The Outstanding Organization, her definition of a problem versus opportunity stuck with me. ”In recent years, it has become popular to avoid the word problem in organizations, recasting it instead as an opportunity for improvement.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 4, 2016

As we’ve been traveling for our book tour and media interviews, David and I consistently get asked questions we imagine may be on your mind as well. They master the art of productive meetings, delegation, and problem solving. What initial feedback are you hearing about the book? How can I help spread the word?

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

What practices or techniques from the book are your readers telling you have been most helpful? The write-up for a recent Star Player was as follows: “was nominated for his tenacity and creative approach to problem-solving, as well as his extra effort to get the project done on time.”

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Scott Barry Kaufman

APRIL 16, 2018

Today I’m delighted to speak with Patricia Stokes, an adjunct professor at Barnard College who studies problem solving and creativity/innovation. “The most important thing is what you are working against.” — Patricia Stokes.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

When people are confronted with problems, a lot of times you get one or two reactions from managers. In this episode, David uses a real-life situation to walk through the steps of how we take responsibility for solving problems, solving the right problems, determining the best person to own the problem, and working to resolve it.

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Wrike

JUNE 21, 2018

Some people see problems as roadblocks, others see them as opportunities! Problem solving activities are a great way to get to know how members of your team work, both individually and together. The Importance of Developing Problem Solving Skills in Today’s Workplace. Source: www.indstate.edu.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 24, 2023

The Power of Workplace Culture in an AI Universe: A virtual conversation about Empathy and Innovation Note: This article on Workplace Culture is an excerpt from Chapter 2 of our book, Courageous Culture: How to Build Teams of Micro-Innovators, Problem Solvers, and Customer Advocates.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

In today’s #AskingForaFriend, I bring you an interview with Mike Maddock , serial entrepreneur, and best-selling author of several books including Plan D. Construct a Balanced Team Ensure you have a mix of at least four different types to cover various approaches to leadership and problem-solving.

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Profitable Problem Solving

APRIL 23, 2015

Since the Amazon release of my new book, Profitable Problem Solving™, many people have reached out to share their problem solving stories with me. The post Next stop – problem solving forum appeared first on Profitable Problem Solving. What a great week.

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International Coach Academy

MARCH 5, 2024

It encourages them to approach problems and situations analytically rather than relying solely on emotions or intuition. Analytical Problem-Solving Techniques: Coaching focuses on specific problem-solving techniques that enhance logical thinking.

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Your Work, Your Way

OCTOBER 18, 2022

She’s studied how people make decisions for years, and has written a book called Problem Solver: Maximizing Your Strengths to Make Better Decisions. In a previous post , I cited Cheryl Strauss Einhorn, the founder and CEO of Decisive, a decision sciences company. She’s developed five decision archetypes (find the descriptions here.)

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This response empowers your people, avoids demoralizing your team, and includes them in the problem-solving. And, as I’m seeing it, I’m recognizing this will not work the way we’d hoped. Here’s what I’m seeing… What would you add?”

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Testing these aspirational values against real-world competing pressures provides real clarity, and helps guide problem-solving and decision-making down the line. In our book, Courageous Cultures , we talk about how to create a culture with higher engagement and a results-oriented approach to innovation. Empower innovation.

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McKinsey

JUNE 6, 2023

Sheena Iyengar unlocks the power of innovation in six easy steps.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 15, 2016

Click on THE BOOK, then on CUSTOMIZE YOUR BOOK, and submit your message in the form. When the book ships, we’ll send you a custom, hand-signed, adhesive bookplate that you can put inside the front cover. Even better, there is no limit to the number of bookplates you may get.

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International Coach Academy

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Competency The book, The Speed of Trust by Stephen M. According to the book, Trust Rules by Linda Stroh the best way to maintain trust is to effectively communicate. When trust is present the client will gain confidence to explore, problem-solve, and achieve their potential.

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McKinsey

AUGUST 8, 2022

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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International Coach Academy

OCTOBER 10, 2024

I have used the 5th edition of his book, published in 2017, titled “Coaching for Performance: The Principles and Practice of Coaching and Leadership”. The book describes a framework that can be used across various contexts, but designed particularly for professional growth and organizational effectiveness.

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Think Reliablility

DECEMBER 20, 2021

This year was unforgettable—one for the books. If you’re considering or evaluating goals for yourself, what about becoming a better problem solver? Problem solving is not only a career skill but a life skill. I wish life would magically resume to normal when the clock strikes midnight, but I know it’s not the case.

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Inventive Problem Solving

JULY 3, 2014

One question that I am asked again and again is "Why do companies keep using the same problem solving methods and processes even when they don't work?" A company can only use the best problem solving methods that it has available at the time. The answer is really simple: they don't have a better way.

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International Coach Academy

DECEMBER 23, 2023

This can result in better communication, stronger relationships, and more effective problem-solving skills. Bantam Books. Having a coach who understands emotional intelligence can greatly benefit individuals in recognizing and managing their emotions. References Goleman, D. Emotional Intelligence. Boyatzis, R., & McKee, A.

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McKinsey

AUGUST 19, 2022

Danish design experts Christian Bason and Jens Martin Skibsted say humanity needs a more expansive outlook on problem-solving—one that is less human-centered and more future-proof.

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International Coach Academy

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

A big influence for me is Marshall Goldsmith’s famous book titled “What Got You Here, Won’t Get You There”. As your coach I am your thought partner, help you test assumptions, and partner with you in brainstorming and problem-solving. My clients are generally high achievers who are looking for ways to reach new heights.

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FourSight

JULY 11, 2023

The following is an excerpt from the upcoming book, Good Team, Bad Team: Lead People to Go After Big Challenges, Not Each Other, written by FourSight partners, Sarah Thurber and Blair Miller When our son got his first corporate job, he discovered the workplace was full of competing problem solving processes (e.g.

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International Coach Academy

AUGUST 13, 2023

. “Why Empowering Conversations Matter in Business and Life” by Marlene Chism: This article explores the benefits of empowering conversations in business and life, including building relationships, increasing creativity, and improving problem-solving skills.

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International Coaching Federation

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Research has shown that curiosity is correlated with creativity and innovation, intelligence, tighter relational bonds, improved learning, and problem-solving. In her book, Dare to Lead , author and researcher Brené Brown talks about how “priming the pump” so teams have enough awareness to be curious, is critical to engaging curiosity.

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International Coach Academy

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Instead of providing step-by-step solutions, leaders enable their teams and inspire them to come up with their own ideas and strategies for problem-solving. This approach fosters a culture of challenging thinking and continuous improvement. & Åhlström, P. Chamine, S.

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International Coach Academy

JULY 3, 2023

As discussed by Alex Hutchison in his book Endure, the attitude of belief is powerful and the science behind it is rooted in the concept of neuroplasticity, which is the ability of the brain to reorganize and restructure itself in response to new experiences. Thomas Noble Books. Basic Books. Change Your Brain Change Your Life.

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International Coach Academy

MARCH 2, 2023

Flexible or active stress coping is called guiding your thoughts and actions toward problem-solving, managing emotions, and having meaningful relations. The flexibility of the mind contributes to problem-solving, decision-making, and communication. Mindsets: Definition, Examples, and Books (Growth, Fixed + Other Types).

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International Coach Academy

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

His report “was not focusing on problems but looking at what gave life to an extraordinary system and so was an ‘appreciative analysis.’ Bushe, 2012) In her book, The Thin Book of Appreciative Inquiry, author Sue Annis Hammond, writes that the term “appreciative inquiry” came from David’s wife Nancy. (Bushe, Feb 2012.)

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

That kind of response empowers your people, it avoids demoralizing your team, and it includes them in the problem solving. So you’re acknowledging their work and acknowledging the outcomes it needs to achieve and then inviting them into the process of moving forward. So Declan, thanks again for bringing this question to us.

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International Coach Academy

AUGUST 18, 2024

It was during this period of my life that I discovered the book “Emotional Intelligence” by Daniel Goleman, and I was suddenly able to put names to so many abstract thoughts that had inhabited me and understand the various concepts of our brain’s psychological capacity.

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International Coach Academy

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Flight, hotel, and excursions were booked as soon as Sandi got approval for her time off work. Funds were reimbursed, and Sandi desperately checked other airlines, but flights were already booked. Positivity will fuel energy for creative thinking and problem-solving. she felt hopeless as her tears began to flow.

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International Coach Academy

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

When leaders and managers model a coaching mindset, it encourages others to follow and engages employees in problem-solving. This can include workshops, online courses, and access to coaching resources such as books, articles, and videos. Encourage coaching at all levels: Provide one-on-one coaching for key leaders and managers.

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Crestcom

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Support problem-solving and decision-making at all levels. Commit to lifelong learning by attending leadership training, reading relevant books and seeking mentorship from experienced leaders. Instead, focus on delegating effectively and trusting your team to take ownership of their tasks.

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StrategyU

AUGUST 19, 2024

“Problem-solving” is one of the most overused and least understood phrases in the business world. When many people talk about solving problems, they are rarely talking about a problem-solving process. What I got wrong about problem-solving What are the most important skills you need to be successful?

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International Coach Academy

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The three recommended conversation types are planning, reflecting, and problem-solving. Before either of my kids was born, I read so many parenting books. The Cognitive CoachingSM model suggests using different tools to support the teachers to become self-directed vs dependent. This goes for most roles in my life.

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