- Solving a problem by inverting it (working backwards from the opposite outcome you want) often easier than solving the original problem
- Instead of “how can I keep these pilots safe as a weather forecaster?”, try “how would I kill these pilots?” (cause the plane to ice up, cause the plane to run out of gas) and then avoid those hazards
- How to avoid the opposite outcome?
- Instead of “how to create a good marriage?”, try “how could I ruin my marriage?” and be fanatical about not doing those things
Original video by Seeking Wisdom: Value Investing & Worldly Wisdom:
In this video, Charlie Munger, the billionaire vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, shares his insights on how inverting his problems has helped him succeed in life. Munger is a known contrarian investor, and his approach to problem-solving is no exception. He believes that by looking at problems from the opposite perspective, you can often find more creative and effective solutions.
Munger’s advice is valuable for anyone who wants to be more successful in life. By inverting your problems, you can often find more creative and effective solutions. This approach can be applied to all areas of life, from business to personal relationships.
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