Mckinsey-Training on hypotesis testing

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Problem Solving
Hypothesis-led
approach

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Hypothesis-led, 7-step problem solving process
Core content
Synthesizing phase
Synthesize key findings and develop recommendations
Engage and leverage leadership
Why: Builds momentum around recommendation
Synthesize findings
Develop
recommendations
Conduct analyses
Plan analyses
and work
Define problem Prioritize issues
Structure problem
and generate ideas
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Definition phase
Debate and agree as a team
on definition of core problem
Why: Team is aligned around
problem and methodology
Structuring phase
Identify the best problem-solving approach
Identify and prioritize key issues
Why: Brings the right approach to the situation
Analyzing phase
Use the most appropriate analytic tools
Ensure analytic rigor is applied to the process
Why: Avoids getting lost in data and ensures
reliable results
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