Situations are uncertain and business scenarios are becoming more and more complex. Every stakeholder in the ecosystem is calibrating everything on measurement matrix and certain ROI.
What is it, that one must focus when multiple theories and diverse thoughts are a part of mainstream communication?
After working on few complex projects ranging from, establishing complete operations in an unknown territories to amplifying the impact of existing set ups, I have realized the most important enabler to solve a complex problem is
‘Defining The Problem Sharply’
Invest maximum portion of available time and energy in defining it.
Even if the problem at surface is looking obvious, once you do a complete deep dive, you will realize that core of the problem is completely different than what it appears.
Be relentless in your approach of getting to the core.
Keep discarding the first few thoughts which are obvious and doesn’t frame a core of the problem.
Most importantly, encourage a culture wherein defining a problem gets as much attention/appreciation as that of having a most innovative solution.
End of the day IDEAS are SOLUTIONS only when they help to solve a core problem.