Strategic problem solving is a critical business skill, for both management and front-line workers. For management, a large portion of strategic problem solving involves predicting problems that ...

Critical thinking is a fundamental cognitive process that enables individuals to objectively analyze, evaluate and interpret information to make informed decisions and solve complex problems. It ...

There are two reasons most of us aren’t very good at creative problem solving. First, few people get training in how to be creative in their education. Second, few people understand group dynamics ...

No matter how well a couple gets along, communicating and decision-making take time and effort. Even partners who share the same values and styles face challenges on where to spend their time, money, ...

Developing a problem-solving process doesn’t just help you make more informed decisions. It will also help you prioritize your time so you can get back to what really matters. Whether it’s asking what ...

Einstein is quoted as having said, “If I had an hour to solve a problem I'd spend 55 minutes thinking about the problem and five minutes thinking about solutions.” The point he makes is important: ...

Problems are unavoidable. From everyday decisions to complex professional challenges, the ability to solve problems effectively is one of the most valuable skills today. While situations differ, the ...

Mathematicians excel at handling complexity and uncertainty. Mathematical reasoning strategies aren't just useful for dilemmas involving numbers. We can apply math mindsets to improve our approach to ...

That is the offer Rick van Pelt, M.D., and his team in Clinical Practice Transformation (CPT) make to units across UAB Hospital. CPT serves as a kind of internal consulting group, part of the ...