Do you have too much on your plate? Looking for ways to cut costs and boost productivity? Do you have 26 projects going at once? Ishan Galapathy shares his approach to solving these chronic workplace stressors. Why you should listen: *Learn how to qualify your problems before you set about solving them *Learn how to identify the four types of problems and how to resolve them *Learn how to ask better questions to solve complex problems We explore: *Focusing on problem selection instead of problem solving *Ishan’s X-Ray vision when it comes to seeing potential productivity gains in systems *The distraction of technology as a false fix to productivity *** SHOWNOTES: https://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/ishangalapathy Ishan’s book recommendations: Klaus Schwab - The Fourth Industrial Revolution https://www.amazon.com.au/Fourth-Industrial-Revolution-KLAUS-SCHWAB/dp/1524758868 About Ishan: Ishan has a wealth of knowledge in the field of Organisational Productivity, working across six countries for over two decades, for multinationals such as Kellogg’s and Arnotts. In his last corporate role, Ishan was responsible for Operational Excellence in Asia Pacific for Kellogg’s and was part of the global team that developed its global Manufacturing Excellence program. An industry expert in Team Productivity, speaker and author, Ishan has appeared on several media platforms sharing his knowledge on all things organisational productivity. Renowned for his simplified techniques, Ishan helps businesses and teams to move from chaos to excellence through productivity improvement programs and frontline leadership development programs. When he’s not working, you can find him playing backyard cricket with his sons or sipping a cup of coffee with his wife. https://ishangalapathy.com/ *** Related Episodes: E31 - Don’t live in your inbox! Interview with Dermot Crowley, productivity expert https://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/smartwork E69 - Productivity hacks from the Master of Implementation, Peter Cook https://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/petercook E63 - Increase productivity by 37% with great workplace design - Interview with Alisa Moss https://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/alisa *** About your podcast host, Zoë Routh: Zoë Routh is one of Australia’s leading experts on people stuff - the stuff that gets in our way of producing results, and the stuff that lights us up. She works with the growers, makers, builders to make people stuff fun and practical. Zoë is the author of three books: 'Composure - How centered leaders make the biggest impact', 'Moments - Leadership when it matters most' and 'Loyalty - Stop unwanted staff turnover, boost engagement, and build lifelong advocates." Zoë is also the producer of the Zoë Routh Leadership Podcast. https://www.zoerouth.com/