‘You can take a horse to water but you can’t make it drink, you need to make it thirsty.’

In this episode of Business Problems solved, Lee explains the importance of finding problems rather than starting with a solution. He also discusses how you can do this with your team to improve their thirst for getting to where they want to be.

 

KEY TAKEAWAYS
The secret to successful change is finding the problem rather than starting with a solution.
If you can understand the problem, you want to solve without a solution already in mind then you have a better chance of success. This is because you may lead the problem down the wrong path.
Engage with the people you’re working with on the problems that they have today. Approach the problems by saying the problem without giving any solution.
The easiest ways to make people thirsty is to find problems with them.
Forward framing is truly understanding what it looks like after you’ve achieved your goal.
When you understand where you want to get to, look at how you’re going to get there by finding the problems and see how far away you are.

BEST MOMENTS

‘You have to start with the problem’

‘The thirstier you can make them, the easier it will be’

‘It’s not about solving problems; it’s about finding them.’

VALUABLE RESOURCES

 

Business Problems Solved Podcast

 

ABOUT THE HOST

 

For the last 15 years, I have been a multi-sector internal or external business improvement consultant, building the improved capability of individuals, teams and businesses.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my two young children Jack & India. I also enjoy listening to and reading business & personal development material.

Lee Houghton is “THE Business Problem Solver”, a Management Consultant, CX Specialist and Keynote Speaker.

 

CONTACT METHOD

You can contact Lee Houghton on 07813342194

Lee@leehoughton.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhoughton/

 

&lsquo;You can take a horse to water but you can&rsquo;t make it drink, you need to make it thirsty.&rsquo;
In this episode of Business Problems solved, Lee explains the importance of finding problems rather than starting with a solution. He also discusses how you can do this with your team to improve their thirst for getting to where they want to be.
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>The secret to successful change is finding the problem rather than starting with a solution.</li>
<li>If you can understand the problem, you want to solve without a solution already in mind then you have a better chance of success. This is because you may lead the problem down the wrong path.</li>
<li>Engage with the people you&rsquo;re working with on the problems that they have today. Approach the problems by saying the problem without giving any solution.</li>
<li>The easiest ways to make people thirsty is to find problems with them.</li>
<li>Forward framing is truly understanding what it looks like after you&rsquo;ve achieved your goal.</li>
<li>When you understand where you want to get to, look at how you&rsquo;re going to get there by finding the problems and see how far away you are.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS
&lsquo;You have to start with the problem&rsquo;
&lsquo;The thirstier you can make them, the easier it will be&rsquo;
&lsquo;It&rsquo;s not about solving problems; it&rsquo;s about finding them.&rsquo;
VALUABLE RESOURCES
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<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/business-problems-solved-podcast/id1444154403?mt=2">Business Problems Solved Podcast</a>
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ABOUT THE HOST
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For the last 15 years, I have been a multi-sector internal or external business improvement consultant, building the improved capability of individuals, teams and businesses.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my two young children Jack &amp; India. I also enjoy listening to and reading business &amp; personal development material.
Lee Houghton is &ldquo;THE Business Problem Solver&rdquo;, a Management Consultant, CX Specialist and Keynote Speaker.
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CONTACT METHOD
You can contact Lee Houghton on 07813342194
<a href="mailto:Lee@leehoughton.com">Lee@leehoughton.com</a>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhoughton/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhoughton/</a>
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WARNING - This podcast WILL challenge your thinking.

Welcome to Business Problems Solved!

In this podcast we help you solve your business problems by providing real examples and practical approaches to make today better than yesterday. 

Introducing your host, the multi-sector, self-professed ‘most improved improvement person’ and qualified Business Problem Solver

Lee Houghton (pronounced Hawton)

You can contact Lee on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram or Twitter by searching for Lee Houghton THE Business Problem Solver or via visiting www.leehoughton.com for more content and to solve your business problems.

And remember – saying you know how to do it, is not doing it …

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