First Principles

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Author: Elon Musk
Source: How Elon Musk's powerful way of thinking has led to success

Step 1

Identify the problem and its common assumptions.
ask the right question, challenge the common assumptions

Step 2

Break the problem down to its fundamental truths.

Step 3

Use the fundamental truths to chart a new course.
Use them as a building block for innovative solution