What does it take to solve hard problems: There are 3 things essential to problem solving. The right paradigm Pattern recognition Insight The right paradigm: This is the most important part about ...

Critical thinking empowers employees to make decisions through active listening, questioning assumptions, considering multiple perspectives and analysis.

Imagine that your focused mind is like your right hand, and your unfocused mind is like your left. You'll get more done by using both. And it lightens cognitive load. Using only focused effort is like ...

This article is published by AllBusiness.com, a partner of TIME. Problem-solving is a critical skill that extends across all areas of life. Whether you’re addressing challenges at work, managing ...

Five steps to ensure that you don’t jump to solutions by Julia Binder and Michael D. Watkins When business leaders confront complex problems, there’s a powerful impulse to dive right into “solving” ...

I recently went to the Telluride Bluegrass Festival and it was one of the most joyful experiences of my life. I have wanted to go for all of the 30 years I knew it existed, but it is not an ...

Company leaders often advocate for a break-neck pace. But moving fast can cause long-term problems at work. Leadership coach Anne Morriss shares five steps to fix workplace problems. This segment of ...

How to leverage the tension of opposing ideas to make smarter strategic decisions. Imagine you’re trying to solve a problem, but none of your options are all that great. You could just walk away. Or ...

If you want to stand out in a job interview, you'll need more than just the right outfit or an impressive resume; you've got to show off your ability to tackle challenges and solve problems. Employers ...