To effectively identify problems, leaders should ask a series of targeted questions:
What is Happening? - Define the current situation and gather factual information. Why is it Happening? - Investigate the root causes of the issue. Who is Affected? - Determine the stakeholders impacted by the problem. What are the Consequences? - Assess the potential impact on the organization if the problem is not resolved. What are the Priorities? - Identify which problems need immediate attention and which can be addressed later.