Problem Solving
Problem solving can mean finding and applying solutions that
are already out there. It can also be a much more creative process,
one of finding new solutions, and even new problems to solve.
Here are four of my favorite problem solving techniques for coming
up with new ideas.
Modifying Word List
: This is a great way to expand on existing ideas and come up
with radical new ways to do things. It starts with the question,
"what if it was...", and it can be applied to virtually
any area of idea-creation, from coming up with new story ideas
to resolving personal problems in new and creative ways. It is
probably best for generating new ideas for business problems,
though.
Add - Subtract - Change
: This is an obvious technique that came to me in a dream. It
has certainly been used in many forms. This is how I use it.
It is a perfect technique for coming up with innovations based
on existing ideas and products.
Metaphorical Analysis
Problem Solving Technique : This is an interesting one that
quickly shows you how powerfully we are affected by the words
we use. As a business, are you a servant, a money making machine,
or an educator? The metaphor you use will give you it's own way
of seeing things and it's own new ideas. Why not try several?
Search Engine Play :
One of the newest ways to solve problems and come up with new
ideas is to play with the internet search engines. Here are some
suggestions on how to most profitably do that.
Origin of an Idea - An idea
I recently implemented, and how it originated.
The Innovation Process
- Step-by-step new ideas.
Important Problem Solving Lesson: Try several techniques
on the same problem, and I think you'll find that each gets your
mind working in a different way, and therefore gives you different
ideas.
There are more than a few ways to solve problems and generate
new ideas. In fact, these four techniques are from my e-book
"Problem Solving Power," which has dozens
more. To learn more, visit http://www.99reports.com/problem-solving.html
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