Chasing Rabbits

When trying to solve a problem it’s easy to get distracted. In most meetings the rabbits are begging to be chased… first in a big circle, then down the hole. The hole that takes you further from a solution.

Spending time on the front end, identifying the issue, is like sharpening your axe before the first whack at the trunk. Once the real issue is identified, it will keep you centered on solving. 

When you find yourself circling the rabbit hole, course correct and get back to the issue.