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Problem solving template

Define, explore causes, generate options, choose, act and review — a general problem-solving loop.

Best for
Anyone
Goal
Move from problem to tested solution
Layout
Mind map (balanced)
Topics
18
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How to use it

  1. Define the problem in one sentence.
  2. Separate causes from symptoms.
  3. Pick one option to test first.
  4. Press Tab to add detail under any topic and Enter for another at the same level.

What’s inside

The full structure as text — the same content you get in the editor.

  • Problem
    • Define
      • What is happening
      • What should happen
    • Causes
      • Cause
      • Cause
    • Options
      • Option 1
      • Option 2
      • Option 3
    • Choose
      • Criteria
      • Choice
    • Act
      • ☐ Step
    • Review
      • Did it work?

Last reviewed 2026-10-30. Placeholders are deliberately generic — replace them with your own facts and sources.