Problems are everywhere—at work, in our communities, and even in our daily lives. Figuring out what to do can feel like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces, especially when things get more uncertain and complicated around us. That's why being good at problem-solving is a need-to-have skill.
McKinsey research shows that organizations that have top-quartile problem-solving capabilities earn 3.5 times higher total shareholder returns than those in the bottom quartile, according to a podcast episode featuring McKinsey’s Chris Bradley and McKinsey director emeritus Rob McLean. Dive into these insights for some structured methods that can boost your knack for solving tricky challenges in the workplace and beyond.
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