HOW TO SOLVE PROBLEMS - How do consulting firms work (hypothesis-based problem solving explained)

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  • How to solve tough problems? How do consulting firms work? How does hypothesis-based problem solving work? What methodology do consulting firms use on their projects? What is the consulting approach to problem solving? These are the questions that I answer in this video. I talk about hypothesis-based consulting, this is a consulting 101 skill that every consultant should master for a successful management consulting career. Solving problems is crucial for every business professional, becoming a good problem solver is key. Whenever you build issue trees or work with the MECE principle, it is often embedded into a hypothesis-based problem solving approach. The skill of hypothesis-based problem solving is crucial to solve business problems. This video is a consulting day in a life as you will apply this skill every day in consulting. Learn what it means to work in consulting, in a MBB consulting firm such as McKinsey, BCG or Bain. When you create management consulting presentations, this principle is relevant as well.
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    01:16 Intuition for hypothesis-based problem solving
    04:21 Practical example for hypothesis-based thinking
    07:03 Hypothesis-based problem solving explained
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  • @FirmLearning
    @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Do you want to learn to create slide presentations like top consulting firms? I created an online course, teaching you the slide writing skills I learned in consulting: link.firmlearning.com/slides

    • @sandeepsahoo3155
      @sandeepsahoo3155 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice

    • @marcnaidu5804
      @marcnaidu5804 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I suggest you give a simple real world example problem that everyone can relate to. Then apply the iterative approach to show the problem can be solved.
      For example, a 40 guy that has a body fat ratio of 25% would like to get a six pack in 6 months. What must he do ...
      Thanks for your video ☀️

    • @teamthinkbiginternational475
      @teamthinkbiginternational475 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Can I get this sample slide deck? I love this and i'm working on a new project I think this would be perfect to have on hand. I love your videos and use your recommendations regularly. I already have 7 of the books on the recommended reading list you posted on another video. Thanks bro.

  • @adwnasa1
    @adwnasa1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +546

    Your English is So German. 👍

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +92

      The reason for that is probably that I am German ;) Thanks for watching! Best, Heinrich

    • @thomasferradini3549
      @thomasferradini3549 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      The "consulting" is sooo German

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@thomasferradini3549 Yess!!!

    • @luiscarlostorres3108
      @luiscarlostorres3108 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      "I think, that your english so german is."

    • @jonas4201
      @jonas4201 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​@@FirmLearning nur so mal als Frage, ist dir der starke deutsche Akzent mal zum Nachteil geworden?

  • @pedroroque8681
    @pedroroque8681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    My two tips about consulting in general :
    1. be good at digging information and creative storylines
    2. Be a good storyteller

  • @osamaibrahim4581
    @osamaibrahim4581 3 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    As an ex Mckinsey consultant, I really enjoyed how you explained the conceptual problem solving approach. Your channel is amazing.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Super happy to hear from fellow alumns here in the comments! Thank you man, appreciate it! :) Best, Heinrich

    • @lukaseberhart9958
      @lukaseberhart9958 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Watching this video is very concerning to me as it shows a Consultant is just bsing every single word he says. As somebody who is working in the start up industry i would not hire or pay someone with that kind of approach!!!

    • @amirassadi
      @amirassadi ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lukaseberhart9958 I watched his video, and I do not find any BS. He explains clearly one approach (among others) for problem solving: Hypothesis based problem solving, which domainated many branches of the science, medicine etc. Only recently (say since 2000) data-driven problem solving has found its place, gradually. I have trained my students and post docs in both. When you or someone in your startup does data analytics, ML, AI, visualization etc, a human in the loop (or a superior AI system that I am ceratin you don't know about) will formulate hypotheses, and then the rest goes along what Heinrich summarized...... Now, it is not my place or task to tell you about your startup (my company revenue comes from companies like you, so it will cost to know what I know and what I would recommend), yet I can say your hasty call to judgement is not going to attract VC and stakeholders who are needed to finance your startup.... Regards, AA

    • @Ferenczi69Aron
      @Ferenczi69Aron ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lukaseberhart9958 The most important part is to obviously develop a robust business hypothesis ;)

  • @cky0100
    @cky0100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    As a product of on the job learning with no tertiary qualifications, this channel has been a godsend. This is top tier content for people like me

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Adam, thanks so much for your kind comment. Glad to hear the videos are helpful! All the best to you - Heinrich

  • @frequencygarden
    @frequencygarden 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I would love to see more videos on this structure with different applications/subject areas. I loved the video!

  • @alairsilvajunior7814
    @alairsilvajunior7814 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As a Sr. engineer I can say that I miss this structured approach in several Root Cause Analysis (RCA) reports I analyzed and even elabored myself. Thanks for sharing this knowledge. Hope I'll be able to apply it soon.

  • @lanmeister9334
    @lanmeister9334 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes! Especially in Product Management! Great video!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes agree! Thanks for watching. Best, Heinrich

  • @peteroht6083
    @peteroht6083 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Talk to current employees. Get their solutions and thoughts. Put them in a power point and use technical jargon and phrases in every sentence. Insert hundreds of millions of dollars in benefit. Invoice for a 7 or 8 digit bill. Thats how it works.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hi Peter, while there is some truth to that, I do think that consultants are able to add more value than what you are describing :) But of course, respect your experiences. Best! Heinrich

    • @gordonmcdonald7734
      @gordonmcdonald7734 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      This is sometimes alot of the value a consultant can provide, to reflect the ideas of low ranked staff to management together with a solid business case. Management will listen to the consultant but would not have listened to the low ranked staff. The solutions were already there but never would have been implemented unless the consultant did the connecting work and translation.

  • @centerfield6339
    @centerfield6339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is a great way to do management consulting. Make your job as simple as possible, rely on all the info and effort from people doing the work, and redefine the problem to be one that can appear to be solved by a report.

    • @gordonmcdonald7734
      @gordonmcdonald7734 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Yeah this video really did just argue for creating a "solution" before talking to anyone involved or knowing anything about the situation, and then only discarding it reluctantly if the data goes completely the opposite way to your assumptions. Make up a story and then justify it, looking only for positive reinforcement.
      Way better to actually consult first, people in the situation have a lot more knowledge that the consultant in this model has discarded and under valued.
      Also, the consultant has no idea in this model if they're even solving the right problem.
      A benefit of this approach is that it's quite efficient to think you know the answer before you begin, as you don't have to spend time finding out what you don't know you don't know yet 😂

  • @daavidelatorre
    @daavidelatorre 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Business world in that high level is rarely transparent. As an aspiring consultant this content is extremely valuable, thank you for this project.

  • @thomasreiter2367
    @thomasreiter2367 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Pure Gold. Not only the content but the high-quality way in which it has been explained

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Thomas, much appreciated!! Best, Heinrich

  • @joebrierly7924
    @joebrierly7924 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, great vid with loads of information in a short amount of time! Would love to see some more examples of this method. Thanks for the excellent content!

  • @anugrahitkerketta8382
    @anugrahitkerketta8382 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The way you have filled the video description is just how a consultant works- comprehensive and neatly aligned. Thanks a lot for the video. :)

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Guess I take this as a compliment ;) Thank you for watching Anugrahit!! Best, Heinrich

  • @Tom9111
    @Tom9111 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Just commenting to say 'Super Sache, treuer Heinrich!' and I do mean that. Insightful and somehow enjoyable at the same time.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lieber Tom, thanks for your comment :) Super happy you find the video helpful! Best, Heinrich

  • @gustavklint3157
    @gustavklint3157 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hi, thanks for sharing your knowledge and experiences. These are very good videos and lots of stuff you don’t learn at the university. I really liked the note taking video. My notes were all over the place earlier. Now they’re already much more efficient thanks to you :)

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Gustav, thank you for your comment. Super happy to hear that the videos are helpful!! All the best to you - Heinrich

  • @RockyBaja
    @RockyBaja 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hynrick, does a good job, for the amount of time. Keep it coming. Excellent work.

  • @zakiribnehai
    @zakiribnehai ปีที่แล้ว

    Your positive eagerness comes across the screen. Good stuff! Thanks!

  • @ozzieburnham1927
    @ozzieburnham1927 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great content, Just found your channel and love it! Can I ask you to please do a video on the process of project management. You have a video on how to store documents, but I’m thinking more about how to define a project, create the milestones, the Gantt chart, and all the rest. I’m sure that at high levels you’ve learned some best practices about how not to over complicate, yet not leave yourself exposed by under planning. Thanks so much!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Ozzie, thank you for the comment! Super happy to hear that you find the videos helpful. Yes indeed, planning to do such a video more focused on general project management in the future. Stay tuned! :) Best, Heinrich

  • @FrenchUncleLou
    @FrenchUncleLou 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! I've enjoyed all of your videos (that I've seen thus far), and this one is my favorite. Thank you!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Liam, thank you, this is great to hear. Thanks for being a regular viewer of the channel :) Best, Heinrich

  • @liambrien7200
    @liambrien7200 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Could you please record a follow-on video and walk through a real-life example where you applied this approach to a client program/project?

  • @faarao75
    @faarao75 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Heinrich, love the insight and information like this in particular.

  • @cheehiong
    @cheehiong 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is one of the best consulting materials channel. - from another ex-Deloitte consultant.
    Amazing work here man - you covered most of the skills my mentor from Mckinsey actually taught me.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, super happy to hear from fellow consultants that the material is helpful :) Appreciate it! Best, Heinrich

  • @Cheechorito
    @Cheechorito 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Liked and subbed! Really great videos for those who wants to pivot to consulting or even apply this to any job scope! Keep up the good work! :)

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi, thank you for your comment, much appreciated. Great to hear you find the videos helpful :) Best! Heinrich

  • @cesarvazquezlara4069
    @cesarvazquezlara4069 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great content, Heinrich. I used these kind of structures for my case interviews and I got an offer from BCG, therefore, I recommend the use of them.

  • @Ferenczi69Aron
    @Ferenczi69Aron ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video is fantastically helpful, thank you! Your explanation between consulting and academic problem-solving is spot on! :)

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Super happy to hear that, thank you for your comment!

  • @camilafloressanhueza7966
    @camilafloressanhueza7966 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I absolutely love this type of videos!!!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Happy to hear that - thank you Camila! :) Best, Heinrich

  • @MiguelAngelQuijano
    @MiguelAngelQuijano ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent!!! Thanks for sharing!!! This is very insightful for people who want to solve problems in the business world.

  • @k.berkcakr379
    @k.berkcakr379 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Helpful video, produces with good intentions. Thank you Heinrich!

  • @kimdupont-madinier9796
    @kimdupont-madinier9796 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it! Keep the content coming!

  • @shanti5718
    @shanti5718 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great information, do love how you specify step-by-step information so it is easy to understand. Thank you so much for sharing!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Super happy to hear that, thanks for watching Shanti! Best, Heinrich

  • @luuk6587
    @luuk6587 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As an Industrial Engineering Management student from the Netherlands i get so much insights on how to function into a firm, I am a little bit worried about my research intership next year but with these video's I know how to properly solve problems into a firm. Your solving does kind a look like the DMAIC-method.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi, thanks for your comment great to hear it is helpful. Not too familiar with DMAIC but looks good as well. All the best to you for your start! Heinrich

  • @christoph3187
    @christoph3187 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks Heinrich, very helpful!

  • @ccleanon5576
    @ccleanon5576 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m glad I found this channel.

  • @renegade2592
    @renegade2592 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this video Heinrich! All the best

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank YOU for watching! Best, Heinrich

  • @PHahn-fd2rj
    @PHahn-fd2rj 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ich find Ihre Videos beeindruckend. Echt Klasse Heinrich!

  • @user-gy6vj7lk5w
    @user-gy6vj7lk5w ปีที่แล้ว

    This could apply to so many teams and companies outside management consulting!

  • @lisichora
    @lisichora ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, Heinrich, very clear video! I recently joined a small consulting company and we specialise in public sector clients with more scientific policy-oriented research, usually with very clearly defined frameworks (and budgets) of the required work. Would you say these (and other) tools that you present in your channel are applicable for such environment and clients?

  • @WeekendMuse
    @WeekendMuse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A very helpful video about problem solving, fast paced, as expected. It would be great to see more videos about this method.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Tamarin, thank you for your comment. Yes, more videos on topics like this to come in the future :) Best! Heinrich

    • @misokrsik2073
      @misokrsik2073 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FirmLearning Please, more frameworks that bring clarity and simplicity to problem-solving / thinking. Thank you, sir!

  • @millennialadvisorsinc.448
    @millennialadvisorsinc.448 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative. Perfectly paced. Well done!

  • @AdetokunDayo
    @AdetokunDayo ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing video. Many thanks for taking time to break the approach down for better understanding

  • @toneking972
    @toneking972 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is gold. Keep it up!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks man, appreciate it! Best, Heinrich

  • @sitrakaforler8696
    @sitrakaforler8696 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bloody awesome ! Thank you for the vidéo !!!

  • @palomatavares1995
    @palomatavares1995 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your videos! You’re so didactic! I’m Brazilian and your accent with English it’s very easy to understand. Basically right now I’m focusing on learning Storytelling. I’m a procurement coordinator in a carrier company. Thanks for your content.🇧🇷

    • @AF-mi7yf
      @AF-mi7yf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Eu moro na Alemanha, o sotaque de muitos alemães é realmente forte. Porém, ele pronuncia as palavras com clareza e num bom ritmo. Sucesso nos teus estudos!

  • @ivanmadan8207
    @ivanmadan8207 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your channel. Keep the great work!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Super happy to hear that - thanks for watching Ivan! Best, Heinrich

  • @ricrocker5848
    @ricrocker5848 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome knowledge Sharing. TYSM !

  • @winargilang3243
    @winargilang3243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video Heinrich! Would it be possible if you create a detailed step-by-step case solving simulation video based on this framework? From pre-read materials, day-1 meeting, brainstorming sesh, etc. Would be great for us to be able to grasp the practical aspects.
    Danke schön!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Winar, thanks for your comment. Indeed great suggestion, might do something like this in the future! Best, Heinrich

    • @diesw5519
      @diesw5519 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, would be great to have a concrete example regarding this video.

  • @ivnacuri5231
    @ivnacuri5231 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the hypothesis based problem solving! Very logical and efficient. Loved the explanation. Thanks.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to hear the video is helpful, thanks Ivna :) Best, Heinrich

  • @luckysusie6481
    @luckysusie6481 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a great video and explanation! Thanks so much. Really helpful!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  ปีที่แล้ว

      Great topic - stay tuned :) Best, H

  • @Gorlenius
    @Gorlenius 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great and insightful video, thank you for making this!

  • @farizalpratama5138
    @farizalpratama5138 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Really helpful! I am recently looking for ways to improve my problem solving skills

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great - indeed hope this video helped you with this. Thanks for watching!! Best, Heinrich

  • @ThinkGoulash
    @ThinkGoulash 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, that was insightful!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, happy to hear it was helpful! Best, Heinrich

  • @patrickrojo7105
    @patrickrojo7105 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing content! as always.

  • @DorianGrech
    @DorianGrech 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great videos, very informative! Liked the fact you included a practical example for the one day answer. Would have liked to see a practical example for your problem structuring. Do you cover this in another video?

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Dorian, thanks for your comment. Good idea, might pick this up in a future video! Best, Heinrich

    • @DorianGrech
      @DorianGrech 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FirmLearning one other great topic to cover could be the role that innate biases play in shaping your hypothesis

  • @thiagocastro9150
    @thiagocastro9150 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good content! Watching you from Brazil!
    Your videos are very helpful and your English is clear, I believe is a background benefit on your consulting experience.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Thiago, thank you for your kind comment. Always great to hear from viewers around the world :) Best from Germany! Best, Heinrich

  • @judyl.7811
    @judyl.7811 ปีที่แล้ว

    2:40 there are gaps, things you do not yet know.
    3:05 this is not you operate in a business world. this is academic approach to close the gap by looking into everything to do research.
    but in business, you should have a hypothesis to test and analyze for.
    4:05 to start, what do i know already? then what else I need to close the gap?
    4:45 now you sit in the client room, maybe likely with partner and client also.
    and you ask yourself, "what is my hypothesis?", "what the answer should be?", and "in which country the market entry is recommended?"
    5:20 after the factors, you need to collect the data, understand it and verify it.
    6:45 so if the CEO comes in and ask, "what's the status?" you could give the hypothesis w/o looking into data.
    7:40 key drivers: and many called different names, as modules, workstreams, project areas.
    8:00 now the MECE principle comes in.
    8:40 this is your roadmap for the project.
    9:15 MECE structure is right and you will get the right result.
    9:20 move to second phase of work: analytical work.
    9:45 if i take away this hypothesis, can i still defend my conclusion? or do i need to iterate and change it? revise my hypothesis, conduct some new analysis, and review and update the recommendation based on that.

  • @dinhanhnguyen8242
    @dinhanhnguyen8242 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank Heinrich, very valuable video. Could you please make another video on this topic with some examples that I believe will be greatly helpful?

  • @tobiasrekker5376
    @tobiasrekker5376 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is a great episode.
    I discovered your channel just now.
    You have done great work.
    I start my position as a first-time consultant in two weeks.
    Do you have a video about the fundamentals for a consultant?
    I am going to be more into IT and cybersecurity implementations.

  • @MrAldochin
    @MrAldochin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Nice video, Heinrich!
    Two questions, to what degree does creating hypotheses biases you to confirm them (and of course you have to try to remain objective, but we're human)?
    Second, if you only look at data to verify or discard a given hypothesis, to what degree does that impact the discovery of creative or alternative solutions?
    Thanks!
    Aldo

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Aldo my man!!
      Yes fully agree, this approach might lead to a confirmation bias. Super important to have a good problem solving process in place for this to work - and creating a culture where team members are encouraged to dig deep.
      Also agree that this approach is not well suited to come up with super creative, out of the box solutions. Though frankly in MBB consulting it is rarely important to be super creative. In most cases the work is more focused on optimizations and solid analysis.
      Best!! Heinrich

    • @kennethwu1989
      @kennethwu1989 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FirmLearning Thanks, I actually have similar question. Because disproving a hypothesis you suggested to client on day one, will invite challenge from client about consultant's credibility and the outcome. Afterall MBB projects are expensive, they do not expect to pay for disproved ideas. Instead, they want solutions and get fixed ASAP. When I did consulting (which couldn't last long), I felt very uncomfortable to give hypothesis. as data discovered later may go the other direction. How would you recommend?

    • @mikeruhland6928
      @mikeruhland6928 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kennethwu1989 Your gut was correct.

  • @gabrielalexander2735
    @gabrielalexander2735 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Smashing the like button as always! 😻

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Gabriel, that is very much appreciated! Thanks for watching! Best, Heinrich

  • @CimolOk-nz5yj
    @CimolOk-nz5yj 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
    00:00 🌐 *Introduction to Hypothesis-Driven Problem Solving*
    - Introduction to the concept of hypothesis-driven problem solving used in consulting.
    - Explanation of the methodology's relevance in various contexts, not just consulting.
    - Personal background of the presenter in consulting.
    01:23 🧩 *Defining Hypothesis-Based Problem Solving*
    - Explanation of hypothesis-based problem solving as a method to structure projects.
    - Its role in defining project scope, focusing data collection, and solving complex problems.
    02:22 📊 *Transition from Problem to Solution*
    - Discussion on the necessity of facts and analysis to move from a problem to a solution.
    - Critique of the academic approach of extensive research before solution formulation.
    - Emphasis on havingan initial hypothesis to guide the solution process.
    04:16 🌍 *Practical Example: Mobile Payment Service in Brazil*
    - Illustration of the hypothesis-driven approach with a case study of a mobile payment service entering the Brazilian market.
    - Identification of key factors influencing the decision, such as market growth and competition.
    - Process of hypothesis testing and data analysis to validate the decision.
    07:08 🔍 *Structuring and Executing the Hypothesis-Driven Approach*
    - Steps to translate management objectives into project goals.
    - Breaking down projects into sub-parts and applying the MECE principle.
    - Importance of structuring the problem before conducting analytical work.
    09:36 ⚙️ *Iterative Process and Conclusion*
    - Description of the iterative process of hypothesis testing and revision.
    - Discussion on the importance of structure in achieving correct results.
    - Closing remarks on the efficacy and utility of hypothesis-driven problem solving.
    Made with HARPA AI

  • @roscokelky5972
    @roscokelky5972 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great value, high quality, informative, excellent video thank you Heinrich.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Rosco, super happy to hear that!! Best, Heinrich

  • @mariapi4364
    @mariapi4364 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hola Heinrich! Thank you for your videos, I been learning a lot, tomorrow I have my first big case interview with a consultant company ( fingers cross) and your videos have been helping me a lot! btw im friends with Caro :)

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Super happy to hear that, thanks María. Hope your interview went well!! And say hi to C ;) Best, Heinrich

  • @wh464
    @wh464 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks got the great effort you put in

  • @PaulinaValenzuelaMunoz
    @PaulinaValenzuelaMunoz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the video!! New sub from Chile!!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Super happy to hear you like it - thank you Paulina! Best, Heinrich

  • @CaseWithFox
    @CaseWithFox 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excited for this video!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you liked it :) Thanks for watching! Best, Heinrich

    • @CaseWithFox
      @CaseWithFox 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Another insightful video, like how you show hypothesis-driven approach is applied in real projects apart from merely using in case interviews!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CaseWithFox Thanks!!

  • @YUSTIKAKUSUMAPUTRI
    @YUSTIKAKUSUMAPUTRI 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for making great content sir :D,
    greeting from Indonesia :D

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Yustika, thank you for watching, appreciate it! Greetings from Germany ;) Best, Heinrich

  • @joshwang8601
    @joshwang8601 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Hi Heinrich, absolutely love the content and concise explanation. I have a couple of questions and would love to hear your answers on them.
    1. Does this same framework apply if you're doing a diagnostics piece? Say for example you want to understand an industry well and fast - can you apply this?
    2. How do you come up with a good day 1 answer or framework if there's a lack of contextual knowledge?
    3. If the hypothesis is disproved / incorrect - how do you swap it out with another module and have the storyline in tact?
    4. Adding on, how do you come up with a storyboard from this framework?
    5. What do you do when you get stuck?

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Hi Josh, thank you for your questions! Let me try to offer some thoughts on them:
      1) Indeed in a diagnostics project you usually have a clear set of analyses that you want to do. In these projects, this type of project solving approach is less relevant.
      2) Usually coming up with these day 1 answers is the job of the partner / the more senior consultants on the team who have already experience in the industry and maybe even working with the client. Can see how this might be more tough if you are the young business analyst on the team :)
      3) This should be an interative process - sometimes you just need to adjust the hypothesis a little but but your conclusions are still intact, then everything still holds. Sometimes you indeed need to change your conclusion and therefore also your storyline.
      4) The good thing about this is that you should be able to come up with a story rawling on day 1 - you from the beginning have your recommendation with the underlying rationale. Of course, if something changes, then you need to update the storyboard accordingly.
      5) Depends on where exactly you get stuck. Usually if e.g., you are lacking certain pieces of data and cannot get hold of any relevant proxies, you try to substitute quantitative data with qualitative insights, e.g., expert interviews.
      Hope this helps. Lots of success to you man!!
      Best, Heinrich

  • @landoninATL
    @landoninATL 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Heinrich, i’ve just known your channel but just in that short time, i’ve learned and implemented Top-Down communication and Hypothesis-based approach quite successfully into my work.
    Just wonder that will you cover more of those work skill training for member ? If yes, I’ll keen on joining in.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Vong, thank you for reaching out. Super happy to hear the videos are helpful! Yes, I will continue to create videos about these topics. Though to be honest, I will make available (almost) all of these videos to all viewers, not only members :) Of course, would still very much appreciate your support, but no need just to continue to watch my videos. Best! Heinrich

  • @User-ll6gr
    @User-ll6gr ปีที่แล้ว

    Great work!! Can you make another video of this but giving examples for each of the steps on the chart? Thanks!

  • @robertraun4484
    @robertraun4484 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video mate!

  • @elghaliramiyahyaoui6038
    @elghaliramiyahyaoui6038 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing the tips

  • @noveleden
    @noveleden 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was an amazing video. Thank you.

  • @999nico
    @999nico 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing this great video. I am wondering if big consulting companies are already making use of predictive analytics and machine learning to come up with new hypotheses and outputs in their decisions? Thanks!

  • @dhruvberry
    @dhruvberry 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a soon to be grad looking to break into consulting/business analytics.... thank you!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching Dhruv, happy to hear it was helpful! Best, Heinrich

  • @gaetaneLemarchand-ou8he
    @gaetaneLemarchand-ou8he 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Super helpful! Thank you 🙏

  • @connieg3377
    @connieg3377 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed your videos. Thank you!

  • @brianomalley7267
    @brianomalley7267 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent channel and work Heinrich, really helpful!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great to hear that, thank you Brian! Best, Heinrich

  • @Miratelmani
    @Miratelmani ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video and especially the top down apporach part😊

  • @varunkapur5640
    @varunkapur5640 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I was just waiting for him to say, 'I'll be back.'

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ;) Thanks for watching Varun! Best, Heinrich

    • @varunkapur5640
      @varunkapur5640 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FirmLearning Keep doing the good work that you're doing 🙂

  • @ZahraAmirloo
    @ZahraAmirloo ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this is the first time I watched your video. It was well structured and very helpful content. Thank you!
    Btw, I'm also English second language, and love your accent. the fact that language can't a barrier !

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Super happy to hear you got value out of it! Best, Heinrich

  • @suhansi1954
    @suhansi1954 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you for this video it was really helpful for my final year assignment

  • @Sameer-er3wz
    @Sameer-er3wz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I find your videos very helpful in structuring my thinking and presentations.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi, thank you so much for your feedback, appreciate it! Best, Heinrich

    • @applesgreenandred5287
      @applesgreenandred5287 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree!

  • @JoseRobertoEstupinian
    @JoseRobertoEstupinian 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great content 👍 keep it up.

  • @ananditasingh428
    @ananditasingh428 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent quality content!

  • @Willtoskill
    @Willtoskill 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, another helpful little video!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, appreciate your comment! Best, Heinrich

  • @wjgoh7573
    @wjgoh7573 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video! I have one question and would like to hear your perspectives. I get that there is the analytical part of problem solving requiring quantitative logic and detailed analysis, etc. - these are key success factors for a junior analyst; the other higher level skill is more of being able to connect the dots, to storyboard, to synthesize info and communicate effectively - these are arguably more important and are what takes the junior to the next level (e.g. partners being able to structure issues and address client comments impromptu are really cool and inspirational). What recommendations would you have for junior consultants looking to advance to the next level?

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi, yes overall agree with what you describe! Usually this is indeed a skill that you learn on the job. You might start with being asked to prepare a structure for a presentation. Then this is a first opportunity to develop a storyline and iterate on it with guidance from your project lead. Then later you might be responsible for a whole module / workstream and the project lead will ask you to develop the whole analysis roadmap and storyline for the workstream. The more you do it and get feedback on the work, the better you will become :) Of course, understanding some key concepts like what I talked about in this and other videos on my channel is helpful as well, but nothing can replace actual practical experience. Best! Heinrich

  • @majunga6909
    @majunga6909 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff Heinrich

  • @SharafAlSharif
    @SharafAlSharif 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very useful content, thanks. Keep up the great work.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Sharaf - much appreciated. Thank YOU for watching! Best, Heinrich

  • @ZeqiG
    @ZeqiG 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Currently binge watching videos on this channel :) Really useful stuff!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great to hear that. Thank you for watching Lisa! :) Best, Heinrich

  • @ajit-madhavikulkarni6721
    @ajit-madhavikulkarni6721 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. This is helpful. Where can I find different frameworks used for different categories of problems? Even a high level cheat sheet would be a great starting point!

  • @KleinmeisterPang
    @KleinmeisterPang 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very very good video - this is very important topic and I think everyone should learn this approach. Explaining this in 10 min. is very difficult, and you did very well!! However, you missed out to mention the potential traps and risks of this approach. In my humble opinion, it is always good practice to mention possible downsides as there is no "right way for anything" it always depends & there have been many examples where MBB companies failed with this approach at significantly large projects. For everyone that wants to improve problem-solving I would recommend the book "cracked it" its fantastic. Hypothesis-driven approach is also covered (including the risks that this approach involves)

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for your comment - definitely some truth to it. Also did not know the book you recommend, have added it to my reading list ;) Best, Heinrich

  • @blackwhite7134
    @blackwhite7134 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very insightful, thanks!

  • @bethiciaprasek9415
    @bethiciaprasek9415 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This approach is similar to what I have used for market-driven product development projects. I will be revisiting this one and others. Thank you.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Makes sense, thanks for sharing Bethicia! Best, Heinrich

  • @LimpiezasMyG
    @LimpiezasMyG 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice content... thank you for posting

  • @TheIronFace
    @TheIronFace ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, great video. thanks. wondering if you could explain it in more detail with a sample case. like a case study :) I'm happy to support you in creation of that case and the material for the video

  • @audreycollins8780
    @audreycollins8780 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for such a helpful video. It feels a whole new world after I have watched this video, realizing I have had a wrong approach for all the case study I am learning.
    Again thank you so much 🥰🥰🥰

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Audrey, thanks so much for your comment. Great to hear the video was helpful.. all the best to you for your case prep!! Best, Heinrich

  • @carmentan1289
    @carmentan1289 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THanks a lot! It is very helpful!

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great to hear - thanks for watching Carmen! Best, Heinrich

  • @artsofsenthu
    @artsofsenthu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great stuff. Just applied it on a recent consulting gig.

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Happy to hear that Senthu!! Thanks for watching! Best, Heinrich

  • @tripnation9659
    @tripnation9659 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the vid! Great content
    Ps: The accent just makes the content so much better🎉

    • @FirmLearning
      @FirmLearning  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you, happy to hear you like the video and the accent ;) Best! Heinrich