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Logical vs. Creative Problem Solving

"Logical" vs. Creative problem solving: Which approach is best for you? "dumb" questions may lead to smart solutions. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it," says ry m. Byers.

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Logical vs. Creative Problem Solving

"Logical" vs. Creative problem solving: Which approach is best for you? "dumb" questions may lead to smart solutions. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it," says ry m. Byers.

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Logical vs.

Creative Problem Solving


Consider these responses to a problem. Which ones are you most comfortable using?

Logical Response Creative Response


Whats the right solution? How many solutions can I come up with? This is a serious problem but it will be an interesting challenge. Mistakes are opportunities to begin again creatively. Dumb questions may lead to smart solutions. I think Ill discuss this with Joe and Sally as well as the experts. This idea seems silly but lets explore it further. I think Ill set this aside for a day or two. Sometimes I gain a new insight when I let things percolate. Jim always has an interesting perspective; I wonder what hell say about this idea. Its working now but I bet I can make it work better.

The fi being rst step to c to ge reative is t your rid of o unwr wn itt Ma en rules. ry M. Byers
If you usually take the more logical approach, you may need to expand your creative thinking skills. Next time you need to solve a problem or come up with a new idea, try the SCAMPER technique:

This is a serious problem. Its going to be hard to solve. I cant make any mistakes. Im afraid of asking dumb questions. I need expert advice. Thats a silly idea. Forget it. Ive got to solve this problem right now. I cant tell my idea to Jim. Hell think its dumb. If it aint broke, dont fix it.

Substitute Combine Adapt Magnify/minimize Put to other uses Eliminate Reverse/rearrange


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