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In today’s 5-Minute Leader, I’ll guide you through a straightforward, five-step process of first-principle thinking: identify the problem, break it down, challenge assumptions, rebuild from the ground up, and test and adapt. This approach not only simplifies decision-making but also inspires groundbreaking innovations, as demonstrated by leading companies like Google and 3M.
Most notable, this approach is used by Elon Musk in all of his organizations. By reducing problems to their most basic elements, leaders can foster creative and effective solutions that defy traditional methods.
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