Albert Einstein reportedly said that if he had an hour to solve a problem, he’d spend 55 minutes thinking about the problem and five minutes thinking about solutions. But Einstein wasn’t trying to run ...

The ability to solve complex problems effectively has become a defining factor for success. Yet, despite the abundance of tools and methodologies available, I've noticed organizations often struggle ...

Complex organizational problems and chaos are silent killers of productivity and innovation. In today’s fractured work environment, they are more prevalent than ever. Political transitions, ...

Fast Company: When did you first realize you had an interest in design? Sola Biu: When I first started designing, I didn’t recognize that it was design. This aligns with my view on how a lot of people ...

Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming the next big thing in workplace efficiency. These models can read, interpret and find solutions to many companies’ problems. One of the latest trends is ...

Many school districts and policymakers are stepping up efforts to teach students the skills they need to be prepared for the jobs of the future. One big area of focus is STEM. Jobs in science, ...

As a therapist, most of my day is spent helping clients solve a problem: With their emotions—anxiety or depression—with their relationships—their boss, partner, kids. What I’m always most curious ...

Warren Buffett, the long-time chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) (BRK.B), has often framed his investment wisdom in terms that are both practical and memorable. One of his most enduring ...

Before you can solve a problem, you need to know what exactly you’re trying to solve. Unfortunately, too many of us want to rush to conclusions before clearly understanding the problem. The author ...