Conclusion

Customers value quality above all other things in a business. If a business produces a high quality product or service, more customers will return, and that business will gain new customers. Six-sigma helps to ensure quality of goods and services is only best. Six-sigma, when implemented correctly, is very effective and that is why many companies today use Six-sigma. This process was pioneered more than 20 years ago by Motorola, and has proven its lasting qualities through its continued use in business world. Any company that wants to gain and retain customers while producing a high-quality product should consider use of Six-sigma.

7. Write it down, and then find another way to express problem. Write down all solutions and ideas that come to mind. Later you can pick diamonds out of dirt.

8. Try "random presentation." This is a fun one. Randomly pick an object and ask what it might teach you about your problem. A speed limit sign might suggest that you're growing your company too fast, for example. Don't be too dismissive of all silly ideas this technique creates, as they'll sometimes trigger more useful ideas. This is also great for putting driving time to good use.

9. Look at what others have done. Problems aren't usually unique in every aspect. What have others done in similar situations?

10. Look at ways to cause problem. Too much stress? Find ways to cause more stress. Over-promise, sleep poorly, be constantly interrupted, leave many decisions unmade, and so on. Each way to cause stress can suggest solutions: Fewer promises, sleep more, don't allow interruptions, make decisions now, etc.

The Key To Solving Problems

Some of these problem solving techniques will work for you. The key is to get in habit of using them. Do they require a little work? Sure, but isn't work better than worry?