It is a common trap to start solving the symptoms before the problem is well understood. Imagine you have a high temperature of around 38-40 C. A physician will conclude that you have an infection without doing lab tests. After 7 days of antibiotics, the problem still exists.
Time and money are wasted, and you are not living at your best. The responsibilities you need to attend to cannot be fulfilled at the 10x level. If problems are not well-defined, challenges and repeated issues can arise in any organization. Without a clear understanding of the problem, any attempt at a solution is risky. For example, changes made to resolve one issue can sometimes create another. It highlights the importance of thorough problem identification and careful planning.
It is crucial to take immediate and actionable steps for improvement after making a mistake to avoid repeating it. Consistent learning and adaptation are key to maintaining quality and upholding the organization’s standards—NEVER repeat the same mistake over and over.
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“A well-defined problem is a half-solved problem” is a timeless reminder of the foundational importance of problem definition in problem-solving.
