Problem solving.

1) Franklin Letter:1.1 Frame the problem/decision1.2 List the ‘Motives’ for and against – the Pros and Cons1.3 Estimate the importance ofthe Pros and Cons1.4 Estimate the chance that the motive will happen or become a reality1.5 Calculate the ‘weight’ ofthe motive by multiplying the motive importancevalue by the chance that the motive will materialize.1.6 Review the results to determine any patterns in the valuations and yoursatisfaction with the outcome1.7 Allow several days for thinking about the result before taking action2) Should Priestly accept the offer ofa new position?2.1 Motives for acceptance: Importance Chanceozq Weight2.1.1 Larger salary 8 10 802.1.2 Better benefits 7 10 702.1.3 More learning 7 8 562.1.3 Urban Location 5 10 502.1.4 Enhanced Reputation 10 8 802.1.5 Intelligent Co-Workers 7 7 492.1.6 Good Impression 5 5 _2_§TOTAL 4102.2 Motives Against Acceptance: Importance Qhagceozo Weight2.2.1 Must Relocate 8 10 802.2.2 Time Required 8 10 802.2.3 Fit in? 9 3 272.2.4 Workload? 8 5 402.2.5 Work Too Hard? 10 2 ;Q_TOTAL 2472.3 Decision: Accept the new position2.4 Identify the main motives driving the decision2.4.1 Pros: Money and reputation = 2302,4,2 Cons: Disruption and workload = 2002.5 Comfortable with the Decision or should it be reworked?“5’4