Overcoming Complexity
46mIntermediate2020-11-20
Authors

Richard Gerver
Award-winning speaker, bestselling author, and world-renowned thinker
Course details
Critical thinking and problem-solving are among the foundational skills needed in the modern workplace. They help you break down complex problems and remove barriers—such as overthinking and overengineering—that stand in the way of simple solutions. In this course, renowned author, speaker, and educator Richard Gerver provides proven tools and techniques to deal with complexity, including cultivating a greater sense of control and confidence to make proactive decisions that are sustainable. Learn how to think like a five-year old, follow three simple steps to deal with multifaceted challenges, collaborate with others, and manage fear and other negative emotions. Use the exercise Richard introduces at the end of the course to apply what you've learned and reshape a recent complex challenge into an actionable response.
Skills covered
Well-Being and Self-CarePersonal DevelopmentProfessional DevelopmentOne-Off
Concepts
Introduction
- Why is the world so complex
How to Think Like a Five-Year-Old
- Why think like a five-year-old
- Deploying the curiosity quotient
- Removing limiting words such as 'but' from your vocabulary
Three Simple Steps for Dealing with Complexity
- Step one - Utilizing focus
- Step two - Holding yourself accountable
- Step three - Harnessing self-belief
Working with Others to Solve Complex Problems
- Creating a collaborative culture
- Communicating what you're thinking
Managing Fear in Complex Situations
- Controlling the fear
- Motivation and confidence from the inside
Conclusion
- Confront complexity now