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Charles Conn and Robert McLean

Bulletproof Problem Solving

Learn the structured thinking skill that turns complex challenges into confident, actionable solutions.
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What Will You Learn?

Complex problems yield to simple seven-step methodology – Bulletproof Problem Solving by Conn and McLean proves systematic thinking beats gut instinct.

This comprehensive problem-solving summary and key takeaways reveal:

  • Problem Definition - Frame the real issue by asking "what would have to be true" questions
  • Logic Trees - Break complex problems into MECE (mutually exclusive, collectively exhaustive) components
  • 80/20 Analysis - Focus effort on the 20% of factors driving 80% of impact
  • One-Day Answers - Use rapid hypothesis testing to avoid analysis paralysis



What most summaries miss: Their "Heuristics Toolkit" provides mental shortcuts when perfect data isn't available.

Your Click.Apply.Grow™ system: Define one problem precisely tomorrow. Build a logic tree. Test biggest branch first. McKinsey consultants using this method solve problems 6x faster than traditional approaches.

Structure liberates. Chaos constrains.

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About the Author

Charles Conn and Robert McLean are McKinsey alumni whose bulletproof problem-solving method prevents the 70% failure rate plaguing corporate initiatives.

Conn: Rhodes Trust CEO, Patagonia Board Chair, founded Ticketmaster-Citysearch. McLean: McKinsey Director Emeritus, Nature Conservancy Trustee, Paul Ramsay Foundation Director. Harvard, Oxford, Columbia graduates. Combined 60+ years consulting experience. Advised 200+ organizations globally. "Bulletproof Problem Solving" teaches their 7-step process. Both Fulbright Scholars.

What sets them apart: They proved complex problems require simple frameworks, not complex solutions—revolutionary for consulting.

Organizations using bulletproof methodology achieve 55% better problem resolution rates.

The consultants who systematized problem-solving mastery.

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