Why is it important to review these kinds of case studies when we are contemplating solving workplace problems?

Why is it important to review these kinds of case studies when we are contemplating solving workplace problems? Can you think of an instance where reflecting on a past problem and solution has enabled you to develop solutions to a current problem?

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It is very useful and important to read workplace case studies because it helps people avoid getting themselves into those problems, but also if you ever did it helps you understand what your rights are. I believe in learning from past mistakes or else "history repeats itself". Studying these cases also allows us to see how problems are solved and the outcome. It teaches us that if we either are or plan to be in a management position you could learn how to escalate and resolve these conflicts.

At work I had an issue with a coworker who assigns work without a due date but basically expects you to do it the same day. I was busy one week and she had gave me an excel file to work on and it took me about a week to hand it back. I had my monthly one on one meeting with my manager that following Monday and she approached me about it and mentioned that my coworker had mentioned it to her that I had held onto that file for too long. From then on whenever that person gives me work to do I make sure to ask her exactly when she needs it by. I also make it a point to email her and cc my boss whenever I need an extension or when I have completed the task to avoid any future miscommunication.

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