problem solving

Problem-Solving Strategies

Problem-Solving Strategies

Every day, we’re faced with a variety of problems that demand solutions. Some of these problems are small and simple, while others are large, complex, and confusing. We face problems at home and at work. Being able to solve these problems is essential to our personal and professional well-being. Our level of happiness corresponds to(…)

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What’s Your Problem?

What’s Your Problem?

Every day, we’re faced with a variety of problems that demand solutions. In order to be successful, we must be able to adapt rapidly to change, take the initiative, exercise our judgment, and solve problems creatively and competently. Researchers have found that certain strategies can help people to solve problems more easily. These strategies are(…)

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How to Manage Angry Customers

How to Manage Angry Customers

If you’re responsible for providing customers with assistance and troubleshooting problems, I’m sure you occasionally have to deal with an angry person. People get frustrated when things don’t go their way, and unfortunately, they sometimes take it out on the people who are trying to help them. Getting yelled at by angry customers is upsetting.(…)

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I Tried a Strange Problem-Solving Technique – Here’s What Happened

I Tried a Strange Problem-Solving Technique – Here’s What Happened

I recently read about an odd problem-solving technique. According to author Josh Waitzkin, there’s no need to spend your waking hours trying to solve a complex or troubling problem. He believes that as long as you follow the proper steps, you can solve difficult problems while your sleep. (Talk about multi-tasking!) Here’s what you need(…)

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Have a Problem You Can’t Solve? Try Daydreaming.

Have a Problem You Can’t Solve? Try Daydreaming.

Do you ever daydream while you’re at work? If you do, you might think that you’re wasting time and being unproductive. But actually, research has shown that this isn’t the case. You may not realize it, but daydreaming is actually a good problem-solving technique! Studies have shown that it can benefit you in the following(…)

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Innovation and Problem Solving

Innovation and Problem Solving

There’s an old adage that goes, “don’t re-invent the wheel” when it comes to creating new concepts, programs, or projects. Instead, try making something better through innovation! A simple way to define innovation is to think of it as problem solving. Contrary to what many people may think, innovation is different from invention, in that when you(…)

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