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