Proactive Problem Solving : How Everyone Can Fix Problems & Find Ideas for Working Smarter! - Doug Hall

Proactive Problem Solving

How Everyone Can Fix Problems & Find Ideas for Working Smarter!

By: Doug Hall

Hardcover | 19 March 2025

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Proactive Problem Solving: Stop the Stupid and Build a Smarter, More Productive Organization

The way businesses operate is broken. You see it every day-inefficient systems, endless frustrations, and wasted time. Only 32% of employees feel engaged, while managers spend up to three hours a day fixing problems caused by flawed work systems. The result? Frustration, squandered resources, and missed opportunities.

In Proactive Problem Solving, Doug Hall-visionary founder of Eureka! Ranch and Brain Brew Distillery-delivers a bold solution to Stop the Stupid and eliminate what's not working. His proven approach, developed through decades of innovation leadership, empowers organizations to find and fix problems by engaging everyone from the frontline to the c-suite in the problem-solving process.

Grounded in real-world success, this book draws from Doug's experience leading more than 20,000 innovations at Eureka! Ranch and scaling Brain Brew Distillery from a startup to producing over 100,000 cases of bourbon annually.

Proactive Problem Solving dives deep to unearth proven methods for growth and profitability:

  1. Defining the Problems and Solutions: Identify what the problem is, then focus on the "why." Pinpoint the issues that matter, and build communication skills needed to implement effective solutions.
  2. Creating Solutions: Understand the three principles that increase problem-solving capabilities: exploring stimulus, leveraging diversity and inclusion, and driving out fear. You'll learn proven techniques for engaging employees, fostering innovation, and turning teams into problem-solving virtuosos.
  3. Driving out Risk as You Bring Your Idea to Life: Discover Doug's reliable system for decreasing risk and increasing success. Transform good ideas into game-changing results.

Whether you're a manager striving to lead more effectively or an employee wanting to make a greater impact, Proactive Problem Solving delivers actionable insights to revolutionize how work gets done. By implementing these methods, your organization can reduce costly mistakes, enhance employee satisfaction, and drive sustainable growth in today's competitive business environment.

Industry Reviews

"Doug's joyful approach shows how to bring energy and fun to making things happen proactively."
-Doug Potter, Eureka!Europe

"When Doug meets Disney, creativity ne'er wanes. Our team explodes when he jump-starts our brains!"
-Ellen Guidera, Vice President, The Walt Disney Company

"I can see it improving my non-business life for me and my family interactions."
-Dave Kilbury, retired business leader

"This is quite simply a brilliant book in its clarity, practical application, and easily digested examples. I have been applying the tenets of Doug's thinking for 25 years and it works, whether it's building billion-dollar brands or helping you navigate your way around a nagging problem.... A must read!"
-Ken Grier, founder of De-Still Creative Ltd.

"Doug provides understanding and guidance on the vital importance of stimulating joy in work by enabling employees to become part of the improvement of their work systems."
-Kevin E. Cahill, Executive, The W. Edwards Deming Institute

"For anyone who leads teams, serves on teams, or wants their organization to perform at a high level, you need to read and truly digest Proactive Problem Solving."
-R. Bruce Montgomery Jr., Senior Operating Partner, Bourne Partners

"In Proactive Problem Solving, Doug Hall reminds us that the practices, opportunities, and solutions are different daily. He inspires us to continuously seek different and innovative ways to respond to our challenges and reach our goals."
-Rufus Glasper, Ph.D., President and CEO, League for Innovation in the Community College

"Read it, study it, apply it, try any or all of the techniques, and prepare to be stunningly surprised at the results!"
-Barry J. Bruns, Colonel, United State Air Force (Retired)

"At its core, Doug Hall's Proactive Problem Solving is about a better, faster way to turn brain matter into ideas."
-George Bradt, founder of PrimeGenesis

"Doug's energy for changing the world, one pioneer at a time, is admirable. His unwavering determination and relentless pursuit to teach others how to make a meaningful difference redefines what is possible."
-Corinne Dupuy, Assistant Dean, College of Engineering, University of Louisiana at Lafayette

"Proactive Problem Solving uses case studies to show how simple and effective problem solving can be. It is a book I will re-read many times.
-James MacHattie, Executive Director, the College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada

"This book is packed full of practical, relevant tools and insights that will help you deliver more effectively whatever your role, whatever your industry, for big, complex projects and small problems alike."
-Graeme Crombie, Matrix, Scotland

"Doug Hall has done it again... an awesome guide to achieve amazing outcomes!"
-Lisa Henderson, Director of Client Services, Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center

"The book offers great insights on how to proactively solve problems. It also captures the daily challenges of business and ways to solve problems in a concise, employee-engaging, and fun manner."
-Rick Rothwell, Systems Expert

"Employment empowerment is a huge challenge, and Doug has proven ways for your employees to become proactive problem solvers."
-Kip Knight, Founder, CMO Coaches

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