Problem Solving

Finding smart ways to fix things instead of just complaining.

Why It Matters

Problems are part of life—at school, at work, in everyday moments.


Problem solvers don’t freeze or freak out. They get curious, get creative, and get it handled.

How You Know You’ve Got It

  1. You look for solutions, not just problems

  2. You stay calm and think things through

  3. You test ideas, tweak them, and try again if needed

How To Level Up

  1. When something goes wrong, pause and ask: “What can I try?”

  2. Write down 3 possible solutions instead of just 1

  3. Don’t wait for someone else—take the first step

Where This Shows Up Later

  • Engineering

    Turning challenges into inventions

  • Leadership

    Guiding others through tough situations

  • Business

    Solving for customers, money, time

  • Everyday Life

    From fixing tech to mending friendships

Famous People Who Flex This Skill

  • Temple Grandin

    Solved major problems in animal science using innovative thinking

  • Lonnie Johnson

    NASA engineer who invented the Super Soaker by accident (and persistence)

  • Tristan Walker

    Started Bevel, a company built around real needs