Structured Problem Solving For Students

A disciplined method helps students turn difficult assignments into stronger reasoning.

Ask Who What Why How

Adding how and how much to the classic five questions keeps recommendations implementable.

Watch Your Information Diet

Good thinking requires curating information deliberately, the same way people curate food.

The Danger of Averages

Averages flatten reality; the second and third questions reveal what matters.

Beware of False Equivalence

Similar-sounding sources and forced choices mislead, and consultants must resist both.

The Death of Expertise

Hubris, noise and filter bubbles erode respect for expertise. Consultants must counter it.

Is Consulting a Curse?

A 133-billion-dollar industry deserves better analysis than an 850-word insult.

Why Sample Size Matters More

Sample size offers a quick, reliable heuristic for spotting weak analysis and building a broader life.