The 5 Whys

The 5 Whys

Determine the root cause of a problem with this expert facilitator

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Business/Management
The 5 Whys technique, authored by Justin R Kistner, is an expert facilitator tool designed to uncover the root cause of a problem. By delving into a more in-depth understanding of issues, it aids businesses in making informed decisions for problem-solving. It is a valuable approach for managers and leaders aiming to improve their problem-solving skills.

How to use

To use The 5 Whys, follow these steps:
  1. Start by initiating the process with the prompt starter, 'Let's get started.'
  2. Identify the problem that needs to be addressed and apply the technique to uncover the underlying causes.
  3. Iteratively inquire 'why' about the identified problem, aiming to reach the root cause through five levels of questioning.

Features

  1. Expert facilitator for identifying root causes of problems
  2. Applicable for business and management decision-making

Updates

2024/01/04

Language

English (English)

Prompt starters

  • Let's get started

Tools

  • dalle
  • browser

Tags

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