A problem doesn't last a lifetime. But how you deal with it can make it linger for years without resolution. In my studies about the topic, I've identified that, in addition to everything that ...

Alan Veliz-Cuba has received funding from the Simons Foundation and the American Mathematical Society for some of his research. You can probably think of a time when you’ve used math to solve an ...

To solve tough problems at work, first ask these questions. Problem solving skills are invaluable in any job. But all too often, we jump to find solutions to a problem without taking time to really ...

In today’s competitive job market, employers are actively seeking individuals who possess strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. These two abilities go hand in hand, and together, they ...

To bring the best ideas forward, teams must build psychological safety. by Laura Amico Teams today aren’t just asked to execute tasks: They’re called upon to solve problems. You’d think that many ...

The math hack that has recently stunned people simplifies percentage calculations by switching the numbers around — revealing an easier way to compute seemingly tricky solutions. The trick was ...

Word problems try and tell students a story about the math problem in front of them. They are a useful way to connect abstract numbers to concrete situations, so students can learn early on to apply ...

The concept of a business strategy, analytics, search for solutions, the search output. Labyrinth of colorful wooden blocks. People in the maze, finding a way out. The man in the maze. This past month ...

As I have mentioned in previous posts, cognitive behavioral therapy is more than challenging negative, automatic thoughts. There is a whole behavioral piece of this therapy that focuses on what people ...

In coaching others, I often discuss problem-solving strategies to help individuals think creatively and consider many options when they are faced with challenging situations. Problem solving 1-2 ...