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Is AI Destroying Strategy?
Post originally appeared on CEO World Magazine Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being used in nearly every aspect of life today. If AI is so effective, why can’t we use it to create business strategies? The answer is that we can—though there are some limitations. Let’s...
Solve the Real Problem, Not the Symptom – Featured on StartupNation
Dr. Roger Firestien, an expert in creative problem-solving, is featured in StartupNation discussing the powerful insights from his book, Solve the Real Problem. In the article, Roger emphasizes the importance of identifying and addressing the root cause of challenges...
In Forbes.com: 5 Keys To Solving The Right Problems In Your Business
Roger Firestien was featured in a Forbes article that emphasizes the importance of evolving business strategies to meet modern challenges. The article highlights how many business leaders continue to rely on outdated methods, often leading to wasted resources and missed opportunities.
You’re Probably Solving the Wrong Problem — Here’s How to Find the Real One
Discover the Secret to Effective Problem-Solving! Think you know the root of your problems? Think again! In my exclusive guest article on thoughtleadersllc.com, I reveal why what we think is the problem is often just a symptom. Learn how to redefine challenges and ask...
Interview with Bill Horan on Spreaker Podcast
I joined podcast host Bill Horan, to discuss my latest book, Solve the Right Problem. We explored the “first problem fallacy.” This means that most of the time what we first think is the problem is not the problem. This conversation focused on rethinking approaches to...
My Article “Why Executives Stink at Solving Problems” Published in CEOWORLD Magazine
In my article for CEOWORLD Magazine, titled "Why Executives Stink at Solving Problems," I explore the common pitfalls executives face in problem-solving. I discuss how traditional approaches to problem-solving often lead to misdiagnoses and inefficient strategies,...
Appearance in “Mountain Money” Podcast
In my appearance on an episode of "Mountain Money," I had the opportunity to share my insights on Creative Problem-Solving with the audience. In this episode, Carl Richards and I explored the concept of "solving the real problem," emphasizing that what people often...
Roger Firestien featured in University of Chicago’s CareerCast Podcast
Anita Brick of the University of Chicago’s Careercast Podcast interviewed me on how to shift your mindset and go beyond your impasse to create breakthroughs. Listen in!
Roger Firestien Quoted in Communications of the ACM Article: Can AI Demonstrate Creativity?
Creativity has been defined as the use of the imagination or original ideas, especially in the production of an artistic work.
Investor’s Business Daily: Looking For New Ideas? Solve The Right Problems
Innovation is a conscious choice. You can choose to do things the way you have always done them before.
20 Minute Leaders Podcast
I was recently interviewed by Michael Matias and featured on the 20 Minute Leaders podcast.
Inc: 10 Ways to Foster More Creative Solutions and Breakthrough Discoveries
As a leader, it’s important to ask your team to help develop ideas, redefine problems and continually practice Creative Problem Solving.
BVTV SpotCast: The Creativity Trilogy
It’s important to look at problems as opportunities, learning “the language of creativity” to inject possibilities into your company.
The 5 AM Miracle Podcast: 3 Questions to Creatively Solve Any Problem
If you generate only 10-12 ideas, you’re not being creative. Those are the same ones everyone has — creativity comes in the stretch.
Lifewire: AI Can Write Songs, but Is It Creative?
Despite benefits of AI, it’s important to use natural creativity and the Creative Problem Solving process in songwriting and other actions.