Which one do you prefer, to solve problems on your own experience and knowledge, or to ask
others for advice?　　As knowledge and experience serve as twim towers in problem-solving,
one is often presented with two major paths that pave the way for final fulfillment, eitth
er to wrack his brain, just like what happened to Neuton, siiting for many years under an
apple tree and eventually figuring out ond of the greatest universal rules that govern the
whole globe, or to seek for others’ widsom through their advice, just as in the case of B
enjinin Franklin, gathering great minds under one roof and then establishing a most world-
renown libray. Both ways work. When a practical goal is involved, however, Benjimin Frankl
in may best be regareded as a role model in this respect and asking people for advice ofte
n turn out to be the prime alternative.　　Experience and knowledge borrowed or learned from
others’ advice contribute greatly to effectiveness and effeciency for a goal-accomplishme
nt. Not all experience and knowledge related to problem-solving can be obtained by persona
l effort alone due to limitations of mind and capabilities of each individual. A single th
ought in someone’s mind is, more often than not, far less shining compared with group’s wi
sdom. That explains the famous old saying that one sees further when standing upon the sho
ulders’ of past great giants; that explains why a great leader is always with greater mind
s; that also explains why teamwork in corperation is highly emphasized in the 21st century
. Brainstorm and exchange of ideas between different thoughts never fail to enhance capabi
lities of each individula involved, a team, a company, an institution, a country, or even
the entire global village.　　Asking others’ advice instead of getting everything done on on
e’s own promotes democracy and communication too. In terms of democracy, it is necessary t
o give others rights and chances to speak since the problem may concern them in different
ways, and their saying in turn reflects our respect toward freedom of speech as well as th
eir wisdom. In terms of communication, idea exchange sometimes focuses more than solutions
, and hereby better mutual understanding about perspectives, principles, praticalities and
personalities of each other.　　Admittely turning to others for help and suggestion by no m
eans refers to absolute and irresponsible dependence. Consideration upon different thought
s and ideas broadens our mind, enlarges our vision, furthers understanding, enhances more
effective and efficient brainstorm, and stresses mutual respect in groups and communities,
which undoubtedly gives rise to better, if not the best solutions. As is paraphrased from
John F Kenedy, brainstormed, there is little we cannot do while divided, there is little
we can do.