Problem Solving: See the Obvious with Questions

Creative thinker, Roger von Oech, challenges us with how we question ourselves as we approach a problem, so we do not miss the obvious. ... (1) Train yourself to document observations without jumping to conclusions. (2) Ask why's to drive to the root of the problem - problems aren't always well expressed - often solutions and / or desires are expressed. (3) Circle the problem and describe its impacts from multiple perspectives. What other approaches come to mind? ...

... "When you're in a situation (especially problem-solving, concept-developing), what questions do you ask that help you grasp the obvious aspects of that situation? " ...

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