I like Polya's method as well: 1. Understand the problem 2. Devise a plan 3. Execute said plan 4. Review and reflect This is a nice framework to attack any

I like Polya's method as well: 1. Understand the problem 2. Devise a plan 3. Execute said plan 4. Review and reflect This is a nice framework to attack any problem with. It won't necessarily give you a solution but it provides a nice springboard.