How do you “prepare now to face future problems decisively and confidently”? That’s the conversation this week. Here’s a structure you can systematically apply to stay in a strategic frame of mind when you face any problem.
First, establish clarity.
- Is this a real problem or something that will naturally pass with time?
- Can you solve or contribute to solving this? (Yes or no)
- Is it worth your time, attention, and energy to solve or contribute? (Yes or no)
If any of those answers are “NO”, then respond with two primary disciplined options.
- Endure it with acceptance and without complaining.
- Avoid giving it any time, attention, or energy.
If the answers are yes to the three clarity questions, then respond with two primary disciplined options.
- Solve the situation or contribute to the solution.
- Correct the root cause.
Endure, avoid, solve, and correct. Stay strategic. Get clarity. Be decisive. Executive confidently.
Discipline is the shortcut. Do the work.
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