The path to the ideal

If in previous cases we were more aware of the causes of some problems, looked at them from the past, then in this case it will be more about ways of resolving. Here we need a look from the future.

Take three sheets. On the first, describe the problem, its causes, features, pluses and minuses. The second headline with the word "Way". Finally, on the third, describe the ideal state of affairs after its solution.

And now, write on the second sheet the main steps and steps that will allow you to move from the first sheet to the third one. Do not need to be too detailed, in this case it is enough just to designate common milestones, certain "magic points", embodying which, you will achieve the ideal. This will allow us to re-evaluate the problem from the perspective of its solution.

In the future, you can turn these milestones into pivotal questions for a brainstorming session, using techniques to generate ideas.

Summary

• A deep understanding of the essence of the problem contributes to its solution.
• To get to the bottom of the problem, ask yourself the question "Why?" Until you reach the root causes.
  Discipline your brain, limiting the number of answers.
• Use the 12 questions technique to look at the problem from more sides.
• The technique "Path to the ideal" allows you to look at the problem from the point of view of its solution.