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The '20 idea' method
A simple way to guarantee creative breakthroughs.
Just Sleep On It
The power of the subconscious to solve problems.
Our Top 5 Books On Problem Solving
Want to learn how to get better at solving problems? Try starting with these books.
The value of a 'pre-mortem' when problem solving
Before implementing your problem solving solution ask yourself “What could go wrong?”
Six Thinking Hats
A simple problem solving exercise to encourage diversity of thinking.
The Art of the Checklist
How a simple checklist can help you to avoid a disastrous outcome.
The difference between ‘convergent’ and ‘divergent’ research
Which is the best approach? Looking under a ‘microscope’ or gazing through a ‘telescope’?
How to consult your own virtual boardroom
Don’t have a boardroom filled with brilliant and experienced thinkers? Then create your own.
Suboptimal: How the US Navy wasted millions of dollars designing a useless joystick
Sometimes we’re better off looking for existing solutions to our problems rather than trying to reinvent the wheel. Or the joystick for that matter.
The importance of defining a problem
Correctly defining a problem is the most critical step in solving it. Failing to do so can lead to a solution being implemented that does more harm than good.