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The MECE Principle: No Overlaps, No Gaps
The MECE principle structures analysis with 'no overlaps, no gaps.' Use it to break down problems, segment users, or plan projects. The footgun is achieving one rule (exclusive categories) but not the other (covering all cases), leading to flawed conclusions.
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5 Whys: Find the Root Cause, Not the Symptom
The 5 Whys technique finds a problem's root cause by repeatedly asking "Why?" to trace a cause-and-effect chain. Use it in post-mortems to understand system failures. The footgun is blaming people instead of asking why the process allowed the error.
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Stakeholder Analysis: Mapping Influence and Interest
Stakeholder analysis maps your project's human landscape, plotting who is affected (interest) and who can affect its outcome (influence). It's used to anticipate needs and align on goals.