What are Problem Solving Tools?
To make things easy, we will call anything a “problem solving tool” that may help you to solve a problem. In this broad concept, problem solving tools range from advanced creativity techniques to Granny’s advice to sleep over it. How to Combine Mind Mapping and Problem Solving Tools? The basic idea is the parallel use of a “problem map” and a “tool map”. • In the “problem map” you deal with the actual problem. In this map, you may collect open questions and tentative answers, ideas from brainstorming, criticism to your own ideas and so on. • In the “tool map” you have collected and arranged useful problem solving tools.These may include tools for analysis, creativity tools, tools for retrieving information, tools for staying functional during problem solving, tools for dealing with emotions and so on. Tool Maps We will now explore some ideas around tool maps. What can a Tool Map do for you? Here are some ideas: • Tool maps organize the entire process of problem solving. • They offer a
