Reframe Problem

Restates a problem from several angles to reveal what the current framing hides Example - Bigger outcome: How might this become a discussion about maintaining or improving my performance and reliability while working from elsewhere? This opens up evidence about results, accountability, and business value rather than location. - Smallest testable piece: What is the smallest remote-work arrangement I could ask for first? This opens up a low-risk trial instead of an all-or-nothing decision. - Boss’s concern: What specific risk does my boss think remote work creates, and how can that concern be understood before trying to change the policy? This opens up a conversation about objections rather than persuasion alone. - Reframe ownership: How might I make this less about permission and more about designing a workable arrangement for the team? This opens up mutual problem-solving instead of a one-sided request. - Evidence question: What would my boss need to see to believe remote work will not hurt collaboration, communication, or output? This opens up a case built around their decision criteria. - Ideal condition: Under what circumstances would remote work be easiest for my boss to approve? This opens up timing, context, and framing as part of the problem.