Problems In Need Of Solving: Where To Start?

Why do innovators focus time and energy on developing solutions before they’ve identified the problem? Innovation starts by spending time to understand the problem before solving the problem.

“If I had an hour to solve a problem, I’d spend 55 minutes thinking about the problem and five minutes thinking about solutions.” Albert Einstein

What Are Problems?

The dictionary defines the word problem as a state of discord or disharmony involving doubt, uncertainty, or difficulty. A problem is a question that prompts a solution or discussion until it’s resolved.

An example of a problem most face is the disharmony between their work and personal life.

Problems are a significant source of ideas that are a catalyst for innovation. Many inventors claim that a problem in their own lives was their inspiration. Problems lead us to new ways of seeing issues or situations, which is why it’s important not to think of them as a bad thing but as a good thing that reveals opportunities.

Problems will always arise, but not every problem requires a solution.

What Are The Types Of Problems?

There are three different types of problems: solved, unsolved, and non-problems.