Proactive Problem Solving

"Doug's joyful approach shows how to bring energy and fun to making things happen proactively."
-Doug Potter, Eureka!Europe

"When Doug meets Disney, creativity ne'er wanes. Our team explodes when he jump-starts our brains!"
-Ellen Guidera, Vice President, The Walt Disney Company

"I can see it improving my non-business life for me and my family interactions."
-Dave Kilbury, retired business leader

"This is quite simply a brilliant book in its clarity, practical application, and easily digested examples. I have been applying the tenets of Doug's thinking for 25 years and it works, whether it's building billion-dollar brands or helping you navigate your way around a nagging problem.... A must read!"
-Ken Grier, founder of De-Still Creative Ltd.

"Doug provides understanding and guidance on the vital importance of stimulating joy in work by enabling employees to become part of the improvement of their work systems."
-Kevin E. Cahill, Executive, The W. Edwards Deming Institute

"For anyone who leads teams, serves on teams, or wants their organization to perform at a high level, you need to read and truly digest Proactive Problem Solving."
-R. Bruce Montgomery Jr., Senior Operating Partner, Bourne Partners

"In Proactive Problem Solving, Doug Hall reminds us that the practices, opportunities, and solutions are different daily. He inspires us to continuously seek different and innovative ways to respond to our challenges and reach our goals."
-Rufus Glasper, Ph.D., President and CEO, League for Innovation in the Community College

"Read it, study it, apply it, try any or all of the techniques, and prepare to be stunningly surprised at the results!"
-Barry J. Bruns, Colonel, United State Air Force (Retired)

"At its core, Doug Hall's Proactive Problem Solving is about a better, faster way to turn brain matter into ideas."
-George Bradt, founder of PrimeGenesis

"Doug's energy for changing the world, one pioneer at a time, is admirable. His unwavering determination and relentless pursuit to teach others how to make a meaningful difference redefines what is possible."
-Corinne Dupuy, Assistant Dean, College of Engineering, University of Louisiana at Lafayette

"Proactive Problem Solving uses case studies to show how simple and effective problem solving can be. It is a book I will re-read many times.
-James MacHattie, Executive Director, the College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada

"This book is packed full of practical, relevant tools and insights that will help you deliver more effectively whatever your role, whatever your industry, for big, complex projects and small problems alike."
-Graeme Crombie, Matrix, Scotland

"Doug Hall has done it again... an awesome guide to achieve amazing outcomes!"
-Lisa Henderson, Director of Client Services, Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center

"The book offers great insights on how to proactively solve problems. It also captures the daily challenges of business and ways to solve problems in a concise, employee-engaging, and fun manner."
-Rick Rothwell, Systems Expert

"Employment empowerment is a huge challenge, and Doug has proven ways for your employees to become proactive problem solvers."
-Kip Knight, Founder, CMO Coaches