There are a few things I need to know to be able to design the best possible solution. Like any problem, if I don't have all the facts, I can't recommend the right solution.

I don't use any templates and create designs based on the goal, problem, and business objectives. I can produce a mid-fi mock up of an overall idea in a week.

Few things to have prepared for our discovery meeting - Why you are creating this app - What is the/your/company goals - What problem are you trying to solve - What are the business objectives - User feedback, pain points, challenges - Any prior user research compiled