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The Ultimate Problem Solver

The Ultimate Problem Solver

Written by: Sharon Oranekwu
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Ever feel stuck on a problem you just can’t crack?
You’ve tried thinking harder, working longer, even asking for advice — but nothing changes.

That’s where Sharon comes in.

Sharon Oranekwu, award-winning innovator and creator of the TUPS Formula, has helped founders, leaders, and ambitious professionals turn even the toughest challenges into clear, actionable solutions.

Her formula is simple but powerful:
TUPS = (S + P + K) ÷ ((T × C) × H)

On this podcast and YouTube series, Sharon shows you how to apply the formula to real-life situations, from scaling a business to navigating your career to solving personal roadblocks. Through honest conversations, practical strategies, and real-world examples, you’ll learn how to approach any problem with clarity and confidence.

Because problems aren’t going away. But with the right formula, you’ll never be stuck again.

Welcome to The Ultimate Problem Solver.

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Episodes
  • How to differentiate between a Symptom and a Problem
    Nov 17 2025

    Problem vs Symptom: How to Diagnose the Real Problem | The 5 Whys Explained

    Most people don’t fail at problem-solving.

    They fail at problem-identifying.

    We rush to fix what we can see, the symptom, without addressing what’s driving it underneath.

    In this episode, I’ll teach you how to tell the difference between a real problem and a visible symptom using one of the most powerful frameworks in modern problem-solving — The 5 Whys, made famous by Toyota.

    You’ll learn:

    • The true difference between symptoms and root problems
    • How misdiagnosis costs individuals, companies, and even nations billions How to apply
    • The 5 Whys in your daily decisions, business challenges, or personal life
    • Real stories — from corporate failures to everyday crises — that show why solving the wrong problem is the most expensive habit in the world.

    #TheUltimateProblemSolver #SustainableGovernance #ProblemSolving #BusinessStrategy #TUPSFormula #LeadershipPodcast #PersonalDevelopment

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    22 mins
  • How to save money as a corporate girl...Lessons from Indra Nooyi.. Tups Vault pt2
    Nov 10 2025

    Part 2: Consulting, Knowledge & Compounding Resilience

    (Indra Nooyi Chapter 4)

    In this second episode of TUPS Vault, we dive deep into Chapter 4 of Indra Nooyi’s My Life in Full — and it’s a masterclass in problem-solving under pressure. From factory floors to boardrooms, personal tragedy to professional triumph, Sharon unpacks the systems, people, and eight types of knowledge that shaped Indra’s early consulting years at BCG.

    You’ll learn how to:

    • Apply the TUPS framework during seasons of chaos and growth
    • Use 8 types of knowledge (from mentorship to self-learning) to solve complex problems
    • Build systems that support both career ambition and family responsibility
    • Audit your inner circle for challenge, not comfort
    • Balance grind, grief, and greatness with grace

    This episode is for every leader, builder, and career professional who’s navigating the overlap of life and legacy — and wants to solve problems like the best do.

    Listen now and leave with the tools to think faster, lead stronger, and build smarter.

    ##TUPSVault #IndraNooyi #ProblemSolving #Consulting #CareerGrowth #Governance #TUPSFormula #Leadership #WomenInLeadership

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    32 mins
  • Hey, think Fast. The Art of Making up your mind
    Oct 30 2025

    Ever found yourself overthinking a decision, missing an opportunity, or second-guessing every move? You’re not indecisive — you’re just unstructured.

    In this episode, we’ll talk about how to think faster, decide smarter, and save time using the TUPS Formula and principles from Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman.

    I’ll teach you how to:

    • Make clear, confident decisions even under pressure
    • Use the TUPS Decision Grid to decide when to act fast vs. when to slow down
    • Beat decision fatigue and analysis paralysis
    • Build a personal governance system for faster, smarter problem-solving

    Because clarity isn’t magic — it’s management.

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    20 mins
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