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GRASP the Solution: How to Find the Best Answers to Everyday Challenges
Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower... Which do you want to be? GRASP The Solution is a refreshingly pragmatic and straight-talking guide to making decisions and solving problems creatively. If you've always thought creativity was all fluff and no substance, this book will make you think again. How to find the best answers to everyday challenges Struggling to come up with new and innovative ideas? Got the idea but can t make it happen? Frustrated trying to find the right answers? Fed up of failed group brainstorming sessions? Chris Griffiths (head of ThinkBuzan, the organisation behind Mind Mapping the thinking tool used by millions worldwide) compels you to let go of what's killing your creativity. In just four clear steps , he shows you how to unleash bold, fresh ideas and solutions in a systematic way to help you triumph innovatively over any challenge. Testimonials "Chris shows with clarity and persuasiveness that creative thinking is not magic, but a process that can be learned, developed, and most importantly applied to the challenges, whether business or personal, that confront us all. An excellent resource. Grasp it."
Tim Hurson, Author of 'Think An Innovator s Guide to Productive Thinking' "Chris and his work have changed my life, and already millions of lives for the better worldwide. His work is in the process of doing the same for YOU!"
Tony Buzan, Multi-million copy best-selling Author and Inventor of Mind Mapping "A must-read with accurate techniques to power up your thinking process and productivity. I'd recommend this book to anybody who is open to move forward and look at challenges differently. If you want to turn your problems into practical solutions, this book will definitely help you."
Philippe Packu, Business Analyst, Sony "Organizations are proclaiming the need to 'work smarter' Chris Griffiths provides a road map of how to do that."
Bob Urichuck, Author of 'Disciplined For Life' and 'You Are the Author of Your Future' "This book provides new tools and techniques about creativity and innovation for your personal, professional and social success. It helps you think differently. Read it and become a trailblazer!"
Professor M.S. Rao, International Leadership Expert and Author of 'Success Sutras Lead Your Life Successfully' "If everybody could read Chris s book and incorporate his suggestions on a daily basis, we would all go straight to the point and gain the most appreciated time!"
Oriol Marimon-Clos, CEO, Ideas Angels "Chris has profoundly changed my way of thinking and creating solutions, and has sounded a creative voice that I did not know existed."
Ed Allen, Rear Admiral, US Navy (ret) Executive Business Coach, Executive Success Group "I obtained many ideas and a real shift in my thinking." John Brooker, Yes! And... "I consider Chris Griffiths one of the great talents that will bloom in the years ahead."
Ron Kaufman, Best-selling Author of 'UP Your Service!' "Chris challenges people to break from 'old ways' and embrace creative ideas for doing things differently."
Brenton Nicholls, Director, Impact Unlimited "Chris is a rare breed of entrepreneur and business He completely understands all the theory, but does not over-indulge it. Instead, he takes it and makes it useful to the real world. This book is perhaps the best evidence of this, and will not only help you to generate better ideas, but (most importantly) bring them to life and make them real!"
Liam Hu
Tim Hurson, Author of 'Think An Innovator s Guide to Productive Thinking' "Chris and his work have changed my life, and already millions of lives for the better worldwide. His work is in the process of doing the same for YOU!"
Tony Buzan, Multi-million copy best-selling Author and Inventor of Mind Mapping "A must-read with accurate techniques to power up your thinking process and productivity. I'd recommend this book to anybody who is open to move forward and look at challenges differently. If you want to turn your problems into practical solutions, this book will definitely help you."
Philippe Packu, Business Analyst, Sony "Organizations are proclaiming the need to 'work smarter' Chris Griffiths provides a road map of how to do that."
Bob Urichuck, Author of 'Disciplined For Life' and 'You Are the Author of Your Future' "This book provides new tools and techniques about creativity and innovation for your personal, professional and social success. It helps you think differently. Read it and become a trailblazer!"
Professor M.S. Rao, International Leadership Expert and Author of 'Success Sutras Lead Your Life Successfully' "If everybody could read Chris s book and incorporate his suggestions on a daily basis, we would all go straight to the point and gain the most appreciated time!"
Oriol Marimon-Clos, CEO, Ideas Angels "Chris has profoundly changed my way of thinking and creating solutions, and has sounded a creative voice that I did not know existed."
Ed Allen, Rear Admiral, US Navy (ret) Executive Business Coach, Executive Success Group "I obtained many ideas and a real shift in my thinking." John Brooker, Yes! And... "I consider Chris Griffiths one of the great talents that will bloom in the years ahead."
Ron Kaufman, Best-selling Author of 'UP Your Service!' "Chris challenges people to break from 'old ways' and embrace creative ideas for doing things differently."
Brenton Nicholls, Director, Impact Unlimited "Chris is a rare breed of entrepreneur and business He completely understands all the theory, but does not over-indulge it. Instead, he takes it and makes it useful to the real world. This book is perhaps the best evidence of this, and will not only help you to generate better ideas, but (most importantly) bring them to life and make them real!"
Liam Hu
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290 pages, Paperback
First published September 1, 2011
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About the author
Chris Griffiths
21 books12 followersChris Griffiths is the CEO of ThinkBuzan, the organisation behind Mind Mapping, the thinking tool used by millions worldwide. ThinkBuzan have been leaders in creativity and innovation for over 40 years with the mission to grow ‘minds’ and help individuals ‘think’ and ‘be’ better.
Chris is an expert in combining modern brain based thinking strategies, processes and techniques with creativity and technology. He founded his first business at 16 and sold his first company at the age of 25. Companies with which he has been involved have ranked in the 'Deloitte Fast 50' and 'The Sunday Times / London Stock Exchange Fasttrack 100'. He has also won awards for innovation and creativity.
Chris Griffiths is a sought after seminar and conference speaker, inspiring audiences worldwide with his distinctive take on what stops people being creative and how to unlearn the bad habits that stifle the formation of great ideas. He has facilitated brainstorming sessions for business, academic and humanitarian events, including the Petra Conference of Nobel Laureates in 2008, which was attended by some of the world’s greatest minds with the aim of finding solutions to end child poverty.
Chris Griffiths recently co-authored ‘Mind Maps for Business’ with Tony Buzan, which featured on the Amazon UK bestseller list. His writing draws on his own extensive observation and experience to introduce insightfully practical concepts that empower people towards success. Chris’s books have been sold in over 15 countries and translated into five languages.
His material has also been integrated into a nationally accredited qualification endorsed by a major UK Awarding Board to help children maximise their thinking skills.
He is responsible for iMindMap – the software tool that topped the Amazon charts in Japan to become the number one ranked software product across all categories. iMindMap has been used by over a million people worldwide in over 170 countries and 15 languages.
Chris, who is married and has two wonderful children, is a firm believer in a ‘healthy body equals a healthy mind’, hence his on-going study of the martial arts, which he has practised for 23 years.
In his new book, Chris explains why most people struggle to be innovative and demonstrates how anyone can let go of the unhelpful thinking habits that hold them back from applying their limitless creative potential. ‘GRASP The Solution’ presents a powerful and focused four-step approach for finding the ‘best’ answers to any challenge.
Chris is an expert in combining modern brain based thinking strategies, processes and techniques with creativity and technology. He founded his first business at 16 and sold his first company at the age of 25. Companies with which he has been involved have ranked in the 'Deloitte Fast 50' and 'The Sunday Times / London Stock Exchange Fasttrack 100'. He has also won awards for innovation and creativity.
Chris Griffiths is a sought after seminar and conference speaker, inspiring audiences worldwide with his distinctive take on what stops people being creative and how to unlearn the bad habits that stifle the formation of great ideas. He has facilitated brainstorming sessions for business, academic and humanitarian events, including the Petra Conference of Nobel Laureates in 2008, which was attended by some of the world’s greatest minds with the aim of finding solutions to end child poverty.
Chris Griffiths recently co-authored ‘Mind Maps for Business’ with Tony Buzan, which featured on the Amazon UK bestseller list. His writing draws on his own extensive observation and experience to introduce insightfully practical concepts that empower people towards success. Chris’s books have been sold in over 15 countries and translated into five languages.
His material has also been integrated into a nationally accredited qualification endorsed by a major UK Awarding Board to help children maximise their thinking skills.
He is responsible for iMindMap – the software tool that topped the Amazon charts in Japan to become the number one ranked software product across all categories. iMindMap has been used by over a million people worldwide in over 170 countries and 15 languages.
Chris, who is married and has two wonderful children, is a firm believer in a ‘healthy body equals a healthy mind’, hence his on-going study of the martial arts, which he has practised for 23 years.
In his new book, Chris explains why most people struggle to be innovative and demonstrates how anyone can let go of the unhelpful thinking habits that hold them back from applying their limitless creative potential. ‘GRASP The Solution’ presents a powerful and focused four-step approach for finding the ‘best’ answers to any challenge.
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May 26, 2025
A solid framework for conscious problem-solving, but feels somewhat surface-level. The GRASP acronym (Generative, Reactive, Analytical, Selective, Proactive) provides a useful mental model for thinking about thinking, and the 4-step solution process is practical. However, the book lacks the depth and actionable specificity that would make it truly transformative. Good as a primer on metacognitive problem-solving, but you'll likely want more substantial material to complement it.
Best for reference framework and introducing structured thinking concepts.
Best for reference framework and introducing structured thinking concepts.
September 8, 2012
This book is beautifully presented - quality printing and binding with colour images and highlights throughout. It's one of the best produced books I've seen. This plus the interesting topic headings sparked my anticipation.
Unfortunately, I soon became disappointed. Although there are many good concepts and the GRASP model is excellent, the telling of the story did not live up to the promise. For example, paragraphs are often long with wordy and repetitive explanations of concepts. Real world applications and examples were too infrequent for me. The overuse of quotes from famous people and authors, rather than elucidating became annoying.
Given the authors' background in Mind Mapping, it wasn't surprising to see these (in colour) liberally sprinkled throughout. Mind Maps are most effective when developed by oneself or as part of a group. As a method of engaging the reader, perhaps asking us to draw a Mind Map, rather than presenting one for chapter summaries, would have been a better illustration of thinking processes.
That said, Authors Griffiths and Costi present a model of thinking that will be of use to everyone who is looking for solutions to both day-to-day issues or challenges or who may need to develop long term business strategies. Their treatment of concepts such as brainstorming demonstrates how this can be improved by both individuals and groups. "Reframing" and "Metaphoric Stimulation" are too further thinking strategies that are well worth reading about.
Unfortunately, I soon became disappointed. Although there are many good concepts and the GRASP model is excellent, the telling of the story did not live up to the promise. For example, paragraphs are often long with wordy and repetitive explanations of concepts. Real world applications and examples were too infrequent for me. The overuse of quotes from famous people and authors, rather than elucidating became annoying.
Given the authors' background in Mind Mapping, it wasn't surprising to see these (in colour) liberally sprinkled throughout. Mind Maps are most effective when developed by oneself or as part of a group. As a method of engaging the reader, perhaps asking us to draw a Mind Map, rather than presenting one for chapter summaries, would have been a better illustration of thinking processes.
That said, Authors Griffiths and Costi present a model of thinking that will be of use to everyone who is looking for solutions to both day-to-day issues or challenges or who may need to develop long term business strategies. Their treatment of concepts such as brainstorming demonstrates how this can be improved by both individuals and groups. "Reframing" and "Metaphoric Stimulation" are too further thinking strategies that are well worth reading about.
February 7, 2017
When I started to read this book, I couldn’t stop… Book is explaining useful methodology how to come up to new ideas and what to do next. GSP will not give you the magic stick to become creative, but using this methods can help everyone on the path to become more innovative.
I particularly liked the part of the book devoted to daydreaming, this concept is described with examples and nicely explained.
I particularly liked the part of the book devoted to daydreaming, this concept is described with examples and nicely explained.
February 19, 2012
Good, practical book based on research (mostly) although the author clearly has a financial interest in the Tony Buzan franchise. The major problem with the book is the mind maps which are almost unreadable due to small print. Otherwise a useful book.
November 4, 2012
Too many words to say the same thing. Lots of repetitive stuff said in different ways. Would not recommend. GRASP is an interesting acronym but the book really contained too much fluff. I like the technique but it could have been explained in far fewer words.
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