Increase clarity around a situation by looking at it from the mindset of optimism, creativity, emotion, logic, caution, and control.

Break down complex problems into first principles and create innovative solutions.

Disciplined questioning process for critical thinking, used to establish truths, reveal underlying assumptions, and separate knowledge from ignorance.

Separate the underlying problem from the symptoms, so you can develop solutions that truly address the root cause, leading to more effective outcomes.

Optimize a system by identifying the most limiting factor that stands in the way of achieving a goal. Then improve the constraint until it is no longer the limiting factor.

When dealing with a system, start by identifying the highest level to optimize at. The higher the level you optimize at, typically the greater your return-on-investment.