Solve It!: The Mindset and Tools of Smart Problem Solvers

by Dietmar Sternad

Overview

Apply the strategies and tools of smart problem solving-and succeed in work and life!

What do Albert Einstein, Elon Musk, Sherlock Holmes and Mahatma Gandhiʼs six-year-old granddaughter have in common? They are all masters of the art of smart problem solving-a highly sought-after skill that you can learn too!

• Gain insights into the surprising findings of the science of problem solving

• Develop a problem-solving mindset

• Use a powerful 5-step approach to solve even the toughest problems

• Be inspired by stories of highly successful problem solvers

• Learn from expert problem solvers like scientists, doctors, designers, coaches and highly paid management consultants

• Apply practical problem-solving and decision-making tools right away

Use this book to build your problem-solving muscle and enhance your ability to change things for the better!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783903386044
Publisher:	econcise GmbH
Publication date:	11/02/2022
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	154
Sales rank:	354,566
File size:	797 KB

About the Author

Dr Dietmar Sternad is a multiple award-winning management professor with a passion for teaching his students how to become smart problem solvers. He has faced a lot of problems (and has been able to solve quite a few) as a media executive, researcher, entrepreneur, management consultant, and father of two children.

Table of Contents

Part I: The problem-solving mindset

1  Problems are there to be solved

2  Believe in your abilities

3  Focus on what you can influence

4  Use the power of your unconscious mind

5  Rally your support team

6  Beware of common problem-solving errors

Part II: The problem-solving process

7  Clarify: Solve the right problem

8  Causes: Make the right diagnosis

9  Create: Find promising solutions

10 Choose: Decide on the optimal solution

11 Commit: Make it happen

Conclusion: Problem solved!

Appendix: Solve it like the pros

Solve it like a scientist

Solve it like a doctor

Solve it like a designer

Solve it like a consultant

Solve it like an expert negotiator

Solve it like a coach

Editorial Reviews

"I found Solve It! to be a practically useful, thought provoking and uplifting read which will be invaluable to experienced problem solvers and beginners alike. I love the way it combines techniques for getting the mind 'match fit' for tackling problems alongside practical and logical tools for solving perennial problems we all face once and for all!"

--Jonathan Borrett, Head of Profession for Problem Solving, Devon and Cornwall Police, Exeter, UK

"While many experts often focus on just the problem solving process, Dr. Sternad's important book does a great job of emphasizing the

critical mindset needed to successfully engage in this process."

--Edward C. Chang, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology and Social Work, University of Michigan

"Solve It! is a highly accessible guide to problem‐solving-whether at work or in life-that seamlessly integrates scientifically‐rooted principles with practical guidelines and real‐world vignettes making this well‐rounded book accessible to and relevant for a variety of audiences, ranging from student to professional.

--Jessica Mesmer‐Magnus, Ph.D., SHRM‐SCP, Professor & Chair, Department of Management, Cameron School of Business, University of North Carolina Wilmington

"A great piece of work, which was much needed for spreading one of the most important skills in management!"

--Roberto Quaglia, Ph.D., former consultant at McKinsey & Company and Professor of Strategy and Management, ESCP Business School, Paris

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