A problem well-stated is half solved.
If you can come up with a clear and concise description of the problem, then you’re halfway there to finding a solution. Clarity is key when it comes to understanding and solving a problem. As the ever-wise Charles Kettering knew: "A problem well-stated is half-solved." In other words, if you can come up with a clear and concise description of the problem, then you're halfway there to finding a solution. I have found in my own life and career, that most problems aren't as big or as complicated as I may have thought as soon as I take the time to contemplate and state them clearly. Another relevant quote is from Albert Einstein- " If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it enough." So the real secret to solving problems quickly is to fully understand the problem. But how do you get to this state of understanding? The answer is simple - break down the problem into manageable chunks, and then address each chunk one at a time. I...