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idea-refine

Reframe problems into How Might We statements and generate divergent variations.

1|Updated Jan 28, 2025
Search Tags:#brainstorming#ideation#frameworks#convergence#product-management#mvp-planning
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/josuenavarroaguado/josuenavarroaguado.github.io --skill idea-refine-josuenavarroaguado
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: idea-refine
Source: https://github.com/josuenavarroaguado/josuenavarroaguado.github.io/tree/main/.github/skills/idea-refine
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/josuenavarroaguado/josuenavarroaguado.github.io --skill idea-refine-josuenavarroaguado

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Refines raw ideas into sharp, actionable concepts through structured divergent and convergent thinking.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured three-phase ideation process (Understand & Expand, Evaluate & Converge, Sharpen & Ship).
  • Generates multiple directional options and surfaces hidden assumptions.
  • Produces a concrete one-pager artifact and a Not Doing list.
  • Use Case: Teams shape a vague concept into a focused plan for MVP.

Quick Start

Invoke the skill with an initial idea to begin Phase 1.

Frequently Asked Questions about idea-refine

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I turn a raw product idea into an actionable MVP plan?▼

Structured ideation refines raw product ideas into MVP plans by reframing problems into How Might We statements, generating divergent variations, evaluating direction clusters, and producing a concrete execution artifact for focused planning.

What is the best way to structure brainstorming for early-stage product concepts?▼

Structured brainstorming for early-stage concepts uses a three-phase process: Understand and Expand to explore directions, Evaluate and Converge to assess options, and Sharpen and Ship to finalize execution artifacts and a Not Doing list.

How do I reframe a vague problem statement into actionable ideation directions?▼

Reframe vague problem statements into actionable ideation directions by applying structured frameworks that convert the core issue into How Might We statements, then generating divergent solution variations and clustering them into clear strategic options.

Does this ideation process work for feature ideas and process improvements?▼

Yes, this ideation process applies to early-stage concepts, process improvements, and feature ideas across a project or organization, enabling structured exploration, convergence, and execution planning for diverse use cases.

What do I need to provide to start the divergent and convergent thinking process?▼

To start the divergent and convergent thinking process, you need a clearly stated prompt or initial idea, along with a framework choice to stimulate thinking, which then triggers Phase 1 exploration.

What outputs should I expect from structured product ideation?▼

Structured product ideation outputs include a problem restatement, direction clusters, risk surfaces, a defined MVP plan, a concrete one-pager artifact, and a Not Doing list to guide execution.

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