: Act as the decision-maker to check if your own analysis actually convinces you of a specific course of action.

: Identify potential policy options or courses of action to solve or mitigate the problem.

: Identify the core issue in evaluative terms (e.g., "too many," "too few") rather than just describing a condition.

: Gather relevant data, documents, and interview insights while economizing on time and resources.

: Estimate the likely future impacts—both intended and unintended—for each alternative.

🎯 : The path is iterative . You will often return to earlier steps—like redefining the problem—as you gather new evidence or encounter trade-offs. Core Strategies

: Present your findings and recommendations clearly to your target audience.