The Truth About Collaborating

Template 4

Problem and Opportunity Topic Planner

Date:

Name:

Purpose: To ensure the best possible outcomes by determining first the best topic focus for the collaboration: problem or opportunity focus?

Instructions: Complete the following template and answer the key questions to help you determine the topic focus of the collaboration.

Template 4, Table 4.1 Problem Versus Opportunity

Template:

• • What is the general topic for the collaboration? _____________________________________________
• • Describe the topic from both perspectives: problem and opportunity:

Template 4, Table 4.2 Problem and Opportunity

Problem As Is: present state	Opportunity Can Be: future state
Describe the present problem: what needs to be addressed for the ...