A challenging math problem can make some students break into a cold sweat and others excited to wrap their brains around a puzzle. A wealth of research suggests that a student’s academic ...

As a problem-solving genius, everyone comes to you with the toughest questions and the unsolvable conundrums. You’re the one everyone wants on their team, because you can see seven steps ahead and ...

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 ...

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Feeling stuck? Going for a run can make it easier to resolve difficult issues. New research from the University of Aberdeen helps explain why. Two studies conducted by psychology lecturer Lynden Miles ...

I recently came across a study that reminded me of the importance of thoughtful motivation in effective management. The study examined the role meaningful work plays in engaging and motivating ...

How would you describe your company’s problem-solving culture? I have asked any number of managers that question; as often as not, it’s received with a blank stare. Most managers haven’t thought about ...