How One Phrase Turns Vague Ideas Into Actionable Plans

The following phrase is one of my favorite mental models for how I approach discussions, decisions, and problem-solving:&ldquo;And then what happens?&rdquo;At first glance, it seems almost too basic to be powerful. In practice, however, it does something most teams struggle with: forces clarity. We&rsquo;ve all been in high-level conversations that feel productive:&ldquo;We&rsquo;ll automate this…