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What does it mean?
Facing a problem is the first step toward solving it.
In plain terms
Confront problems to solve them.
What can you take from it?
Don't avoid issues; address them directly.

Where it applies

  • personal setbacks
  • team conflicts

Putting it to work

  • identify obstacle
  • plan response

Questions to consider

  • What helps turn confrontation into solution?
  • When is waiting a better strategy?

Another view

Some problems require more than just confrontation.

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