Problem solving processes can help your team understand what they need to do, how they should interact with each other, what tools and resources they have at their disposal, and when to seek intensification and external participation. The proactive process for developing your team's vision is similar to that required for reactive problem solving. Being a problem-solving coach necessitates having a good ear and a non-judgmental attitude. Most of the time you lack information or perspective, so the first thing you should do is gather information.
Hasty opinions are a waste of good energy, of which you have a limited supply. In a work environment, excellent problem-solving skills enable you to make decisions independently and be self-sufficient. Being adept at problem solving means that an employee can independently identify and plan the steps needed to solve a problem. So what are the key differences between someone who has an outstanding ability to solve problems and someone who doesn't? If an athlete and coach don't handle problems properly, both the individual and the team will struggle to achieve the desired goals.
My experience tells me that many coaches delve into the current reality of the “problem” and hang out there, or start there, and don't really pay enough attention to the desired future reality or vision to make the client move forward more easily in training. Carly Anderson, MCC, is an active ICF evaluator, accreditation expert, leadership coach, and founder of The Mentor Coaching Group. Remember that the best answers are obtained by the athlete through questions, not just you, the all-knowing coach. No matter how proactive you are as a coach to avoid problems by building a healthy culture, you'll continue to have issues.
Training is a marathon, not a sprint, and this is even more essential when it comes to the personal development of athletes. This advice can be applied to a work environment by replacing the word athlete with employee and the word coach with leader. If you're an athlete, it's important to let your coach know what difficulties you're struggling with and ask for guidance. The key difference between someone who has exceptional problem solving skills and someone who doesn't is their ability to think outside of the box.
A person with good problem solving skills will be able to come up with creative solutions that may not have been considered before. They will also be able to identify potential risks associated with each solution before implementing it. Additionally, they will be able to assess different scenarios in order to determine which solution is most likely to succeed. Having good problem solving skills is essential for any coach because it allows them to help their athletes reach their goals more effectively.
It also helps them create an environment where athletes feel comfortable discussing their issues and asking for help when needed. Ultimately, having strong problem solving skills will help coaches create an atmosphere of trust and collaboration between themselves and their athletes.
