How to solve life's challenges by starting at the finish line

Working backward to solve problems - Maurice Ashley · 5:57 · Video: TED-Ed · Watch at the source

In short: What if the secret to reaching your goals is to begin with the end in mind? Chess grandmaster Maurice Ashley explains how a technique used in high-level competition can be applied to real-world problem solving.

In this TEDYouth 2012 presentation, Maurice Ashley introduces the concept of retrograde analysis. This strategy involves working backward from a desired endgame to determine the necessary steps to reach it. While highly effective for winning at chess, this method of reverse-engineering a solution is a powerful tool for tackling complex problems in everyday life.

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