Tags |
|
|
Links |
|
|
Other Added - Problem Solving Skills for Job Seekers
There are several steps to take when purchasing a home in Arizona. This check list, coming from an Executive Sales Associate with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Arizona, will help any person thinking about buying a home in the valley of the sun.Your first step when purchasing a home in Arizona is to make sure to find a Real Estate Professional that is aggressive, knowledgeable, and educated. There is no requirements necessary when talking about education to become a Realtor. Anyone can become a Realtor as long as very basic guidelines are met. Would you rather have a high school drop out represent you, or a Realtor with a college degree? Ask your Realtor how much experience they have, ask to see diplomas, or even go as far as asking for letters of recommendation so that you can have physical proof that you are putting the
Broaden the focus by using a larger context.
Should I start my own business?
How can I achieve financial security?
Initial statement boils down to a yes or now whereas the second statement generates alternate options.
Change Focus
How can I quit my job and start my own business? Becomes
How can I generate multiple streams of income?
Ask why repeatedly till you get to the essence of the real problem.
How can I get to work quickly?
Why? Because, instead of wasting time on commuting, I want to spend it on building my business.
Restatement: How can I spend the commuting time on business? (Answer: Listen to CDs during commute)
Why? Because I want to setup profit making business quickly.
Restatement: How can I setup profit making business quickly? Delegate, enroll in mentorship program etc.
Conclusion
This divergent technique reveals important perspectives and issues that we must consider during solving a given problem. Use simple, positive, and active voice sentences to restate problems. This makes it easier to grasp and ana
Having a career as a car wash consultant can be very rewarding as there are always new car washes going in and one of the 43,000 carwashes in the United States will always need your assistance. How is the pay for a carwash consultant? Well that depends on what kind of a deal you can make with each client and it also has a lot to do with your time availability and if you are willing to travel.There are some carwash consultants who do not travel much and rely on the phone, fax, email and other electronic communications. This is possible, but the real money goes to those who are willing to travel, survey the area and also know how to work the demographic software, get plans submitted and understand all the types of possible equipment and what that equipment can and cannot do.In fact there are many equipment manufacturers who will al
Structuring techniques help overcome limitations of human problem solving. Effective structuring analysis techniques logically organize the elements of a problem to help us analyze each element separately, systematically and sufficiently. In this article you will learn one of the most powerful problem solving tool to solve real-world problems. It is called as Problem Restatement.
Problem statement that defines a problem must take causes of a problem into account. It must distinguish between problem and symptoms of the problem. The quality of the solution depends on the quality of the problem definition. This is due to the fact that analysis of a problem leads us in a certain direction towards a particular solution. Therefore defining a problem in terms of its symptoms will lead to a poor solution to the actual problem.
So it is important that we understand the difference between causes of a problem and symptoms of a problem. A problem statement that takes into account the causes of a problem makes it easier to consider and evaluate all the alternatives to a particular problem and results in a superior solution.
Example
How can I stop my headache? Vs What is the source of my headache?
First question fails to distinguish between causes and symptoms. It leads to solutions such as taking medicine, using headache balm etc. Whereas the second question leads to solutions that could address the real problem such as allergy, lack of sleep etc.
What is Problem Restatement?
Problem Restatement is a technique that is used to broaden our perspective of a problem. Redefine the problem in as many different ways as possible. The key to doing this is to get into divergent mode and generate as many restatements as possible. You must suspend your judgment during this process.
Problem restatement helps us to identify the core issues and alternative solutions. However it will not solve the problem. It only points us in the right direction and the outcome of the analysis will resolve the problem.
The poorer a problem is defined harder it becomes to redefine the problem. In such cases, we must clearly define the problem.
Most of the time restatement of a problem will uncover several problems. Sometimes it will point to a solution.
Example of Problem Restatement
Mr. Commuter got a new job in a metro area that pays $60 / hr. He commutes to work everyday and spends 40-60 minutes in driving. Mr. Commuter thinks that he has a problem because he spends 80 – 120 minutes everyday commuting to work. He has to drive 44 miles everyday to commute. He also feels that his commuting is making him feel tired. He pays $59 / night for accommodation. Reducing the miles increases the room rate.
The initial problem statement identifies wasting time and getting tired as the main issues.
Problem Restatement: How can I utilize my time during commute? , How can I get more energy?
The question: How can I minimize the commute time? Can lead to the following options:
· Carpool
· Take advantage of the fact that Hybrid one driver cars are allowed to drive on the carpool lane.
· Drive during non-peak times.
The alternatives that are listed above are generated by analysis of the situation. What is the real problem here? Who is the culprit distance or time? The symptoms are long commuting time and tiredness. The causes are traffic congestion and diet/exercise.
When you are using this technique on behalf of someone else, it is better to work in the presence of that person. This enables you to focus on the concerns and key issues of the stakeholder(s). It also facilitates agreement about the actual problem and helps us to guide our analysis towards the solution.
Causes of Poor Problem Definition
Vague or broad definition that lacks focus. Too narrow definition with misdirected focus. Assumptions in problem definition. Solutions in problem definition. Example for cause number one: What should we do about cars on the highway?
This fails to identify the problem.
Example for cause number two: Mr. Commuter’s time is wasted. How can we get him to drive faster?
Driving slow may not be the problem. If it isn’t, forcing Mr. Commuter to drive faster may lead to other problems.
Example for cause number three: How can we make politicians aware of our traffic congestion problems?
By assuming that politicians are unaware of the traffic congestion problems, the statement defines the problem narrowly. When the assumption is not valid, the problem statement fails to direct the focus of the analysis in the right direction.
Example for cause number four: How can we persuade the politicians to build more highways to reduce traffic congestion?
This problem statement is narrow and assumes a solution. In the case of inappropriate assumption, it misdirects the analytic focus.
6. Ways to Restate Problem
Paraphrase
Initial statement: How can we minimize commuting time?
Paraphrased statement: How can we keep the commuting time from increasing?
This puts a spin on the meaning and leads to new perspectives and insights.
Opposite View
How can we reduce the traffic congestion? Becomes
How can we increase traffic congestion?
By either increasing the number of cars or making more cars commute during the peak traffic congestion period. One solution would be to have higher toll charges during peak traffic. Better solution: Dynamic pricing of toll charge based on how fast the traffic is moving.
Broaden the focus by using a larger context.
Should I start my own business?
How can I achieve financial security?
Initial statement boils down to a yes or now whereas the second statement generates alternate options.
Change Focus
How can I quit my job and start my own business? Becomes
How can I generate multiple streams of income?
Ask why repeatedly till you get to the essence of the real problem.
How can I get to work quickly?
Why? Because, instead of wasting time on commuting, I want to spend it on building my business.
Restatement: How can I spend the commuting time on business? (Answer: Listen to CDs during commute)
Why? Because I want to setup profit making business quickly.
Restatement: How can I setup profit making business quickly? Delegate, enroll in mentorship program etc.
Conclusion
This divergent technique reveals important perspectives and issues that we must consider during solving a given problem. Use simple, positive, and active voice sentences to restate problems. This makes it easier to grasp and anal
As its name suggests Geotextiles refers to textiles related to earth or soil. When any permeable material used with rock, soil or earth it is termed as Geotextiles. The basic function of this technology is to prevent soil erosion to strengthening heavy concrete structures. This technology has not yet gained much attention in India, but is widely used in many countries for construction of bridges, roads, railway tracks to improve its strength. Many researchers have view that this technology is not newly developed but is in use from past thousands of years. Formation of GeotextilesGeotextiles can be formed of synthetic fibers, natural fibers or combination of the two. In past Geotextiles were made of natural plant fibers while today are usually formed of synthetic polymers such as polyester, polypropylene (PP), polyamides (PA) and polyam
What is Problem Restatement?
Problem Restatement is a technique that is used to broaden our perspective of a problem. Redefine the problem in as many different ways as possible. The key to doing this is to get into divergent mode and generate as many restatements as possible. You must suspend your judgment during this process.
Problem restatement helps us to identify the core issues and alternative solutions. However it will not solve the problem. It only points us in the right direction and the outcome of the analysis will resolve the problem.
The poorer a problem is defined harder it becomes to redefine the problem. In such cases, we must clearly define the problem.
Most of the time restatement of a problem will uncover several problems. Sometimes it will point to a solution.
Example of Problem Restatement
Mr. Commuter got a new job in a metro area that pays $60 / hr. He commutes to work everyday and spends 40-60 minutes in driving. Mr. Commuter thinks that he has a problem because he spends 80 – 120 minutes everyday commuting to work. He has to drive 44 miles everyday to commute. He also feels that his commuting is making him feel tired. He pays $59 / night for accommodation. Reducing the miles increases the room rate.
The initial problem statement identifies wasting time and getting tired as the main issues.
Problem Restatement: How can I utilize my time during commute? , How can I get more energy?
The question: How can I minimize the commute time? Can lead to the following options:
· Carpool
· Take advantage of the fact that Hybrid one driver cars are allowed to drive on the carpool lane.
· Drive during non-peak times.
The alternatives that are listed above are generated by analysis of the situation. What is the real problem here? Who is the culprit distance or time? The symptoms are long commuting time and tiredness. The causes are traffic congestion and diet/exercise.
When you are using this technique on behalf of someone else, it is better to work in the presence of that person. This enables you to focus on the concerns and key issues of the stakeholder(s). It also facilitates agreement about the actual problem and helps us to guide our analysis towards the solution.
Causes of Poor Problem Definition
Vague or broad definition that lacks focus. Too narrow definition with misdirected focus. Assumptions in problem definition. Solutions in problem definition. Example for cause number one: What should we do about cars on the highway?
This fails to identify the problem.
Example for cause number two: Mr. Commuter’s time is wasted. How can we get him to drive faster?
Driving slow may not be the problem. If it isn’t, forcing Mr. Commuter to drive faster may lead to other problems.
Example for cause number three: How can we make politicians aware of our traffic congestion problems?
By assuming that politicians are unaware of the traffic congestion problems, the statement defines the problem narrowly. When the assumption is not valid, the problem statement fails to direct the focus of the analysis in the right direction.
Example for cause number four: How can we persuade the politicians to build more highways to reduce traffic congestion?
This problem statement is narrow and assumes a solution. In the case of inappropriate assumption, it misdirects the analytic focus.
6. Ways to Restate Problem
Paraphrase
Initial statement: How can we minimize commuting time?
Paraphrased statement: How can we keep the commuting time from increasing?
This puts a spin on the meaning and leads to new perspectives and insights.
Opposite View
How can we reduce the traffic congestion? Becomes
How can we increase traffic congestion?
By either increasing the number of cars or making more cars commute during the peak traffic congestion period. One solution would be to have higher toll charges during peak traffic. Better solution: Dynamic pricing of toll charge based on how fast the traffic is moving.
Broaden the focus by using a larger context.
Should I start my own business?
How can I achieve financial security?
Initial statement boils down to a yes or now whereas the second statement generates alternate options.
Change Focus
How can I quit my job and start my own business? Becomes
How can I generate multiple streams of income?
Ask why repeatedly till you get to the essence of the real problem.
How can I get to work quickly?
Why? Because, instead of wasting time on commuting, I want to spend it on building my business.
Restatement: How can I spend the commuting time on business? (Answer: Listen to CDs during commute)
Why? Because I want to setup profit making business quickly.
Restatement: How can I setup profit making business quickly? Delegate, enroll in mentorship program etc.
Conclusion
This divergent technique reveals important perspectives and issues that we must consider during solving a given problem. Use simple, positive, and active voice sentences to restate problems. This makes it easier to grasp and ana
"La loi du Bake and Shark" was a phrase first coined by a Frenchman visiting visiting Maracas Beach, a popular spot on the island of Trinidad. Trinidad is the larger of two of the main islands that make up the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.He observed that the majority of people on the beach bought a sandwich called "Bake and Shark" from one stall although there were many stalls to choose from. People would rather line up at the popular stall and wait for up to 30 minutes before getting served than to go to another stall where a similar sandwich could be bought in less time and in some cases for less money.This author explained to the Frenchman that this was the way most Trinidad and Tobago natives behaved. They would use the popularity of a vendor to decide where they were going to buy. The vendor with the most customers would
The initial problem statement identifies wasting time and getting tired as the main issues.
Problem Restatement: How can I utilize my time during commute? , How can I get more energy?
The question: How can I minimize the commute time? Can lead to the following options:
· Carpool
· Take advantage of the fact that Hybrid one driver cars are allowed to drive on the carpool lane.
· Drive during non-peak times.
The alternatives that are listed above are generated by analysis of the situation. What is the real problem here? Who is the culprit distance or time? The symptoms are long commuting time and tiredness. The causes are traffic congestion and diet/exercise.
When you are using this technique on behalf of someone else, it is better to work in the presence of that person. This enables you to focus on the concerns and key issues of the stakeholder(s). It also facilitates agreement about the actual problem and helps us to guide our analysis towards the solution.
Causes of Poor Problem Definition
Vague or broad definition that lacks focus. Too narrow definition with misdirected focus. Assumptions in problem definition. Solutions in problem definition. Example for cause number one: What should we do about cars on the highway?
This fails to identify the problem.
Example for cause number two: Mr. Commuter’s time is wasted. How can we get him to drive faster?
Driving slow may not be the problem. If it isn’t, forcing Mr. Commuter to drive faster may lead to other problems.
Example for cause number three: How can we make politicians aware of our traffic congestion problems?
By assuming that politicians are unaware of the traffic congestion problems, the statement defines the problem narrowly. When the assumption is not valid, the problem statement fails to direct the focus of the analysis in the right direction.
Example for cause number four: How can we persuade the politicians to build more highways to reduce traffic congestion?
This problem statement is narrow and assumes a solution. In the case of inappropriate assumption, it misdirects the analytic focus.
6. Ways to Restate Problem
Paraphrase
Initial statement: How can we minimize commuting time?
Paraphrased statement: How can we keep the commuting time from increasing?
This puts a spin on the meaning and leads to new perspectives and insights.
Opposite View
How can we reduce the traffic congestion? Becomes
How can we increase traffic congestion?
By either increasing the number of cars or making more cars commute during the peak traffic congestion period. One solution would be to have higher toll charges during peak traffic. Better solution: Dynamic pricing of toll charge based on how fast the traffic is moving.
Broaden the focus by using a larger context.
Should I start my own business?
How can I achieve financial security?
Initial statement boils down to a yes or now whereas the second statement generates alternate options.
Change Focus
How can I quit my job and start my own business? Becomes
How can I generate multiple streams of income?
Ask why repeatedly till you get to the essence of the real problem.
How can I get to work quickly?
Why? Because, instead of wasting time on commuting, I want to spend it on building my business.
Restatement: How can I spend the commuting time on business? (Answer: Listen to CDs during commute)
Why? Because I want to setup profit making business quickly.
Restatement: How can I setup profit making business quickly? Delegate, enroll in mentorship program etc.
Conclusion
This divergent technique reveals important perspectives and issues that we must consider during solving a given problem. Use simple, positive, and active voice sentences to restate problems. This makes it easier to grasp and ana
People working in a nonprofit organization are generally unpaid workers or volunteers. They may be people who donate their services for a social cause. Such volunteers generally have permanent jobs elsewhere in commercial enterprises and donate a few hours of their times each week to charitable causes in nonprofit organizations.However, at the top level in a nonprofit organization, there are managers and executives who may receive salaries for their services. These salaries may be much less than what their counterparts in profitable organizations are earning. Some of these positions include Development Directors. These individuals are responsible for the overall fundraising efforts of a nonprofit that include donations, grants and special events. There are also positions for event planners who oversee any event held by the organization
This fails to identify the problem.
Example for cause number two: Mr. Commuter’s time is wasted. How can we get him to drive faster?
Driving slow may not be the problem. If it isn’t, forcing Mr. Commuter to drive faster may lead to other problems.
Example for cause number three: How can we make politicians aware of our traffic congestion problems?
By assuming that politicians are unaware of the traffic congestion problems, the statement defines the problem narrowly. When the assumption is not valid, the problem statement fails to direct the focus of the analysis in the right direction.
Example for cause number four: How can we persuade the politicians to build more highways to reduce traffic congestion?
This problem statement is narrow and assumes a solution. In the case of inappropriate assumption, it misdirects the analytic focus.
6. Ways to Restate Problem
Paraphrase
Initial statement: How can we minimize commuting time?
Paraphrased statement: How can we keep the commuting time from increasing?
This puts a spin on the meaning and leads to new perspectives and insights.
Opposite View
How can we reduce the traffic congestion? Becomes
How can we increase traffic congestion?
By either increasing the number of cars or making more cars commute during the peak traffic congestion period. One solution would be to have higher toll charges during peak traffic. Better solution: Dynamic pricing of toll charge based on how fast the traffic is moving.
Broaden the focus by using a larger context.
Should I start my own business?
How can I achieve financial security?
Initial statement boils down to a yes or now whereas the second statement generates alternate options.
Change Focus
How can I quit my job and start my own business? Becomes
How can I generate multiple streams of income?
Ask why repeatedly till you get to the essence of the real problem.
How can I get to work quickly?
Why? Because, instead of wasting time on commuting, I want to spend it on building my business.
Restatement: How can I spend the commuting time on business? (Answer: Listen to CDs during commute)
Why? Because I want to setup profit making business quickly.
Restatement: How can I setup profit making business quickly? Delegate, enroll in mentorship program etc.
Conclusion
This divergent technique reveals important perspectives and issues that we must consider during solving a given problem. Use simple, positive, and active voice sentences to restate problems. This makes it easier to grasp and ana
“To be an excellent leader, one must lead with values, engage and inspire others, communicate effectively, and drive to win” Nelson Fabian.Effective management is more then just a useful skill, this is a genuine art. Among the traditional qualities and roles of an effective leader, Stephen F. Stefano and Karol M. Wasylyshyn identified the three leadership essentials, which further have been allocated into the ‘ICE’ – model. These scholars preach integrity, courage, and empathy in the first place. Why would researchers be so preoccupied with these three distinct features? The reason is essentially rooted in the fact, that they realize how important image of an organization is for overall corporate well-being.Image of an organization is essential in contemporary highly competitive market, where intangible assets such as emplo
Broaden the focus by using a larger context.
Should I start my own business?
How can I achieve financial security?
Initial statement boils down to a yes or now whereas the second statement generates alternate options.
Change Focus
How can I quit my job and start my own business? Becomes
How can I generate multiple streams of income?
Ask why repeatedly till you get to the essence of the real problem.
How can I get to work quickly?
Why? Because, instead of wasting time on commuting, I want to spend it on building my business.
Restatement: How can I spend the commuting time on business? (Answer: Listen to CDs during commute)
Why? Because I want to setup profit making business quickly.
Restatement: How can I setup profit making business quickly? Delegate, enroll in mentorship program etc.
Conclusion
This divergent technique reveals important perspectives and issues that we must consider during solving a given problem. Use simple, positive, and active voice sentences to restate problems. This makes it easier to grasp and analyze the problem.
Author Bio
HTTP = HTML link (for blogs, profiles,phorums):
<a href="http://www.otheradded.com/article/11881/otheradded-Problem-Solving-Skills-for-Job-Seekers.html">Problem Solving Skills for Job Seekers</a>
BB link (for phorums):
[url=http://www.otheradded.com/article/11881/otheradded-Problem-Solving-Skills-for-Job-Seekers.html]Problem Solving Skills for Job Seekers[/url]
Related Articles:
Bring Your Visitors Back Clamoring for More! Maintain and Improve Your Web Site Weekly - Part 2
Hospital Unit Coordinator Vocational Training
Bookmark it:
|