Problem solving books
Sprint
What is Sprint about?
“Sprint: How To Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideas in Just Five Days” (2016) is a unique way of approaching challenges and new ideas in the spheres of business, innovation, and project management. This book explains how to organize teamwork to effectively overcome crises and test new products in just five days.
The Obstacle Is the Way
What is The Obstacle Is the Way about?
“The Obstacle Is the Way” by Ryan Holiday gives powerful insights into transforming obstacles into opportunities for self-improvement and progress. It offers guidance on overcoming difficulties by focusing on perception, action, and will.
Effective Decision Making
What is Effective Decision Making about?
In his book, Edoardo Binda Zane presents several decision-making models to help individuals find what works best for them. If you’ve been struggling with deciding on something, big or small, "Effective Decision Making" will provide you with the tools to succeed. You’ll find practical approaches and real-life examples to inspire and motivate you to act.
Problem Solving 101
What is Problem Solving 101 about?
Initially a handbook meant for Japanese children, Problem Solving 101 is a brilliant and witty guide to critical thinking. Through exciting real-life scenarios, matrixes, and logic trees, outstanding McKinsey consultant Ken Watanabe offers some unique problem-solving techniques. Whether you can't decide what university to study at or how to increase your company's profits, this book is a perfect read.
Making Things Happen
What is Making Things Happen about?
A program manager for prominent corporations such as Internet Explorer, MSN, and Windows, Scott Berkun shares his experience in Making Things Happen. This book is a compilation of essays written in an easy-to-read tone and explaining the intricacies of defining and managing projects. It will teach you leadership and trust, decision-making, problem-solving, and just how to be a good person in the world of business.
Change by Design
What is Change by Design about?
“Change by Design” by Tim Brown explores the transformative power of design thinking in today's rapidly evolving world. Through engaging examples and insightful analysis, Brown delves into the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and creative problem-solving in fostering innovation. “Change by Design” is a comprehensive guide for individuals and organizations seeking to harness design thinking principles to spark meaningful change.
How to Think More Effectively
What is How to Think More Effectively about?
Explore how to harness your mind's potential and nurture effective thinking with the book "How to Think More Effectively." You'll learn how to work productively, obtain fresh perspectives on problems, and think empathetically and skeptically at the same time.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
What is The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People about?
Stephen R. Covey's "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" challenges readers to change their worldviews by focusing on self-improvement. The book provides seven tips for self-improvement, effective teamwork, and success. Covey encourages introspection to identify core beliefs that guide actions and goals. His teachings, based on fairness, integrity, honesty, and dignity, make it a valuable guide for personal and professional effectiveness.
Think Like a Rocket Scientist
What is Think Like a Rocket Scientist about?
We tend to rarely consider what it's like to think like a rocket scientist. "Think Like a Rocket Scientist" by Ozan Varol will prove to you why it's essential, revealing insider strategies for solving complex problems. Applying the principles of innovation, experimentation, and perseverance, Varol shows how we can make big leaps in both our work and personal lives. This is a practical guide for anyone who wants to approach their goals with a fresh perspective.
Mindset
What is Mindset about?
“Mindset: The New Psychology of Success” by Carol Dweck is a book that makes you think twice about your mindset. It provides a piece of example-based advice on growing and improving yourself. Also, it helps you find the reason for your fixed mindset.
The Checklist Manifesto
What is The Checklist Manifesto about?
Just a simple checklist can help you simplify tasks and keep everything in mind. In "The Checklist Manifesto," Atul Gawande shows how checklists positively influence surgery, disaster management, and business results. You can also transform your life with Atul Gawande's ideas.
Black Box Thinking
What is Black Box Thinking about?
“Black Box Thinking” by Matthew Syed explores the powerful concept of learning from failure, drawing parallels with aviation's black box system. The author highlights that a mistake is not the end of the world but rather an opportunity. Syed explains numerous strategies that can help us embrace failure and improve consistently.
A More Beautiful Question
What is A More Beautiful Question about?
Through A More Beautiful Question Berger inspires readers to harness their curiosity, openness, and experimentation to arrive at better solutions and possibilities. This book highlights the importance of questioning and how it can lead to breakthroughs. Rich with examples from different sectors, the book demonstrates how questioning can help achieve success.
Lateral Thinking
What is Lateral Thinking about?
Do you struggle with generating multiple creative ideas? Then, Lateral Thinking by Edward de Bono will teach you to break free from conventional thought patterns. By developing lateral thinking, you will approach challenges from diverse perspectives and unlock your creative potential.
The 5 Elements of Effective Thinking
What is The 5 Elements of Effective Thinking about?
Whether you want to be outstanding in your field or just struggle with a problem, The 5 Elements of Effective Thinking by Edward B. Burger and Michael Starbird is a perfect read. Through fascinating examples, they demonstrate that our failures often result from ineffective thinking. Let ideas flow freely by reaching the fullest potential of your mind.
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