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Strategies for problem-solving/decision making 

1. The four 'P's

An effective and straightforward way to solve a problem is to use the four ‘P’s method as follows.

Define the problem

  • Start with what you know.
  • Define what you want to achieve.

 

 

Generate Possibilities


Create a plan

  • Choose the most workable solutions
    from your possibilities.
  • Put your plan in writing.

 

 

Perform your plan

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