Critical Thinking & Problem Solving for Leaders

Overview
Specific Challenges Faced by Audience:
- Struggles with identifying root causes of recurring issues.
- Difficulty in generating creative, practical solutions under pressure.
- Challenges in managing uncertainty and ambiguous scenarios.
Key frameworks and tools practiced
SMART G
oal
s & Review Framework
Situational Leadership and Delegation Matrix
Time Management U&I matrix, Pomodoro, GTD
Giving & Taking Feedback: SBI and CSS tools
Skills developed


Structured Thinking
Ability to break down complex problems into smaller, manageable components.
Decision-Making Under Pressure
Developing frameworks to make effective decisions when time is limited.
Creative Problem Solving
Using divergent thinking to explore multiple solution paths before settling on a course of action.

Critical Evaluation
Learning to weigh evidence and perspectives to arrive at the best possible decisions.
Key Outcomes - Measurable Impact

Improved Decision-Making
80% of participants report higher confidence in handling complex business decisions after completing the program.

Increased Problem Resolution
70% of participants report a reduction in recurring problems within their teams due to better root cause analysis.

Faster Issue Resolution
60% of participants report fewer stakeholder disputes within their projects or teams.
What kind of actions learners will engage in?

Week 1 practice actions
Participants select a persistent issue from their organization and begin mapping the elements of the problem.
Week 2 practice actions
Perform a root cause analysis using the 5 Whys technique to identify hidden factors contributing to a recurring problem.

Week 3 practice actions
Apply a structured thinking approach to break down a complex team-related challenge and present possible solutions.

Week 4 practice actions
Engage in a creative problem-solving exercise where participants brainstorm 10 possible solutions to a given challenge.

Week 5 practice actions
Role-play a scenario where participants must make a critical decision under pressure, with only partial information available.
Week 6 practice actions
Review and analyze a real-life case study of successful problem-solving in a high-pressure environment, identifying key takeaways for future application.Krisin’s POV: Leadership today is not just about managing people; it’s about solving the complex problems that drive business success. The Critical Thinking & Problem Solving for Leaders program empowers leaders to approach challenges with clarity, confidence, and creativity, ensuring better decision-making and business outcomes.
Learner’s POV: Before attending this program, I found myself overwhelmed by the volume of decisions I had to make. By learning structured thinking methods and creative problem-solving techniques, I now feel more equipped to handle complex issues efficiently.
Decision Maker’s POV: Our leadership team was facing difficulty in resolving recurring issues that slowed down operations. This program helped them develop a more analytical approach to problem-solving, resulting in quicker and more effective solutions.
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