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STRATEGY (1) Session 2: Problem Structuring ? Theory of problem structuring ? Practical application by “building a case” for multiple possible uses such as – A proposal you make – An answer you give – A position you take : ; :; : STRATEGY (2) Theory: Steps in Problem Structuring ? First: how did you arrive at this position and why is it of interest to me? Four distinct substeps here: – Business as usual: Things are normal – A problem or plication arises – An obvious question then arises: . “What to do about it?” – In response to this question you develop an answer (or a proposition or remendation) Complication Question Something went wrong What do we do? Something could go wrong How can we prevent it? Something changed What should we do? Something could change How should we react? Here’s what you might expect to find in it Do we find it? Here’s someone with a different point of view Who is right? In this situation we have three alternatives Which one should we take? From: B. Minto, The Pyramid Principle STRATEGY (3) Steps in Problem Structuring (2) ? Second: capture attention of reader or develop depth of argument – Establish a question, answer it, move to the next level of refinement. Vertical linkages ? Pigs should be kept as pets STRATEGY (4) Steps in Problem Structuring