Optimizing Problem Solving with the Five Whys Method

Problem-solving is an essential skill in both personal and professional contexts. One effective technique for getting to the heart of an issue is the Five Whys method. This approach helps to identify the root cause of a problem by repeatedly asking "why?". In this article, we'll ...

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Anyone can be a data analyst using AI

The three most important words in problem-solving are data, data, and more data. There is no substitute for it. Measure as much as you reasonably can.

People will tell you about their pain points. You can analyze samples. However, these may not be representative of the whole. Anecdotes cou ...

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The surprising introduction of crossword puzzles as “a sinful waste of time”

The first "Word-Cross" puzzle appeared on December 21, 1913, in the New York World newspaper. Arthur Wynne, a journalist from Liverpool, created the puzzle.

It was only because of a typesetting error that they later removed the hyphen and the word order was reversed. The crossword puzzle a ...

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Fact or fallacy?

Ask yourself whether the truths you believe are:

  • True because they are empirically true
  • True because you have repeatedly heard them

Many things are stated in the news and social media because they serve a purpose. They serve the purpose of those invested in the ...

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Reframing a Problem Requires a Shift in Perspective

Reframing a problem statement is a strategic process. It is not an academic exercise, nor is it solely focused on wording. The important part is a shift in one’s perspective. This shift helps you to uncover new insights and potential solutions. No one said it would be easy though.

Changing ...

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Unlock Your Potential with Ultradian Rhythms

🚀 Unlock Your Potential with Ultradian Rhythms - The Secret to Supercharging Your Day! 🌟

Ever feel like you're on a productivity rollercoaster throughout the day? 🎢 One minute, you're a laser-focused ninja, and the next, you're staring blankly at your screen. What if I told you there's a r ...

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Embracing the Future: Concrete Cases of AI Replacing Human Workers

We knew it was coming. Now we are seeing concrete cases of AI replacing humans. The language-learning app Duolingo recently made a significant shift toward using artificial intelligence (AI), resulting in the reduction of its contractor workforce by 10%. This strategic pivot spotlights the ongoin ...

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Prompt Engineering in 30 Seconds

At the most basic level, here is the bare minimum information you need to construct an effective prompt.

  • Who: Inform AI about the role it should take: a writer, a teacher, an interviewer, etc.
  • What: Be clear about the task you want to perfor ...

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You are Solving the Wrong Problem: Retrain your Brain to Reframe the Problem in the Age of AI

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