Claude Shannon’s method for formulating and solving problems
Step 1: Simplify. Simplify. Simplify.<p>Step 2: Fill your 'mental matrix' with solutions to similar problems.<p>Step 3: Approach the problem from many different angles.<p>Step 4: Break a big problem down into small pieces.<p>Step 5: Solve the problem 'backwards.'<p>Step 6: If you've solved the problem, extend that solution out as far as it will go.