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A4 Problem Solving Techniques

The document outlines various creative problem-solving techniques, including methods such as asking 'Why?' five times, using SWOT analysis, and employing reframing strategies. It suggests approaches like finding insights from unrelated industries, defining problems through a child's perspective, and considering opposite ideas. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of understanding constraints, using metaphors, and evaluating stakeholder perspectives to enhance innovation and decision-making.

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A4 Problem Solving Techniques

The document outlines various creative problem-solving techniques, including methods such as asking 'Why?' five times, using SWOT analysis, and employing reframing strategies. It suggests approaches like finding insights from unrelated industries, defining problems through a child's perspective, and considering opposite ideas. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of understanding constraints, using metaphors, and evaluating stakeholder perspectives to enhance innovation and decision-making.

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Root Cause SWOT

Ask 'Why?' five times. Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities,


Threats.

Lateral Leap Reframing

Find an unrelated industry for insight. How would a child define the problem?

Constraints First Opposite Day

List your limits before you ideate. What is the opposite of your idea?

One Word Fix Team Flip

Describe the solution with one word. Assign roles opposite of usual.
Metaphor Map Quick Sketch

Turn the issue into a metaphor. Draw a 1-minute diagram.

Stakeholder Lens Break the Rules

What would a critic say? Which rule can you safely break?

Analogy Transfer Emotion Scan

Use a recipe, travel or sport analogy. What emotions are involved?

Futureproof Backtrack

How will it age in 5 years? Start from the ideal result and reverse.

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