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Happy Better Yourself Friday! 🎉This week, we’re jumping straight into one of the most underrated superpowers you can have in both your career and personal life, creative problem-solving. We know that being a student or young professional comes with its fair share of “what now?” moments, whether it’s handling group projects, time management, job rejections, or figuring out how to stand out in a crowd. The good news? Every challenge you face is a chance to sharpen a skill that employers love, problem-solving.

You don’t need to be a genius or have it all figured out to be a good problem solver, all you need to do is practice these few habits. Firstly, try to breakdown big problems into smaller pieces. Start with “What’s actually going wrong?” and take it from there. Secondly, ask good questions. Use the “5 Whys” method, by asking “why” five times you can help yourself get to the root cause. Thirdly, explore different options. Don’t settle on the first solution. Think “What else could work?” Lastly, stay calm. Problem-solvers aren’t perfect, they’re just persistent and creative under pressure.

These skills can be learned, practiced, and refined every day, in your studies, your part-time job, and even your social life. Problem-solvers don’t just get hired, they get trusted, promoted, and remembered. Whether you’re interviewing for a role or trying to make a difference on campus, your ability to think clearly and creatively when things go sideways is what makes you stand out. ✨ 

So without further ado, here’s another installment of Better Yourself Friday

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💡 Great Tips for Mahala

How to Become a Creative, Everyday Problem-Solver

Are you curious on how to get better at solving life’s daily puzzles? Well, the best solutions are often simple. Start by asking yourself whether “Option C” is hidden behind the usual two choices?

Moreover, develop pattern recognition skills by reflecting on past solutions. Let your ideas simmer and revisit them later, sometimes the best answers come when you least expect them. So, stay open, creative, and willing to circle back, your brain will thank you!

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