What to Do After You Solve A Problem

Troubleshooting to Double the Learning

Insight from Rameel Sheikh

Picture this.

One second, you're diving into the abyss of financial forecasts.

The next, you're deciphering the enigma of legal agreements, then leaping into a marathon of interviews—all while keeping an eye on that ever-so-critical growth curve that refuses to take care of itself.

It's like you're the maestro of a symphony orchestra, except every musician is hell-bent on playing their own solo.

Welcome to my world at my last startup.

Juggling different responsibilities? Love it.

But here’s the kicker:

This chaos is not just a test of endurance; it’s a stumbling block when trying to scale your company.

This realization didn’t hit me in a rare moment of zen.

Oh no.

It bulldozed into me amidst a relentless barrage of meetings that felt like a never-ending season finale, where every decision was more critical than the last.

Problem-solving isn't just a skill; it's an art, especially for those of us who are early employees.

As an early employee, you've got two actionable takeaways for every challenge you face.

It’s your job to make sure your (future) peers don’t make the same mistakes as you do.  

Fail to do so, and you're either not wrestling with problems big enough to matter or you're letting precious lessons slip through your fingers.

If you keep a long enough list, you'll eventually have a living document that anyone can reference as your company scales.