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In this course, Emma Sue Prince, author of 7 Skills for the Future and an expert in critical thinking and problems-solving, coaches you through simple and time-tested techniques for improving and perfecting your creative and critical thinking skills.

I think companies that have done a phenomenal job growing and developing and innovating are always thinking strategically. But in a crisis, strategic thinking is critical. Some people take great pleasure in comfort in admiring problems, just sitting there and talking about what's wrong and how bad it is.

You can say, ‘This is too hard for me.’ You can say, ‘I can do part of that, but not all of it.’ You can despair, or you can say, ‘I don’t know how to do that yet. But I’m gonna spend the next few weeks learning how to do that, so when this problem truly comes up, I can deal with this thing.’ …

In this course, Emma Sue Prince, author of 7 Skills for the Future and an expert in critical thinking and problems-solving, coaches you through simple and time-tested techniques for improving and perfecting your creative and critical thinking skills.

Learning problem-solving techniques is a must for working professionals in any field. No matter your title or job description, the ability to find the root cause of a difficult problem and formulate viable solutions is a skill that employers value. [Learning the soft skills](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-can-soft-skills-help-you-land-a-job) and critical thinking techniques that good problem solvers use can help anyone overcome complex problems.

November 23, 2021 - Emmy Award–winning science educator Bill Nye teaches you his method for solving everyday problems, evaluating information, and thinking like a scientist.

April 30, 2024 - Up to 1 hour (in-person, online, or hybrid) for up to 20 people · 20 print copies of Solve Problems That Matter – which provides more guidance, is full of worksheets, and complements the session

2+ Hours of Video Instruction Supercharge your problem-solving skills using creativity, logic, and intuition in this unique personal masterclass. Overview Being a creative and... - Selection from Problem Solving Masterclass [Video]

Next, the course delves into problem analysis, teaching learners how to use techniques like the 5 Why's, Fishbone Diagram, and FEMA to examine the root causes of problems and determine the most effective approach to addressing them.

This course teaches you the mentality, skills, and tactics for breaking down complicated problems and developing effective solutions.

December 10, 2025 - The Scenario-Based Problem Solving Masterclass teaches you how to communicate the audience, the scenario, the goal, and the need to build shared understanding.

2 days ago - I took a few others as well and this is basically 'experts' just talking about a topic who seems like they have zero practical experience actually doing it. Don't appreciate the constant upsells and confusing addon/subscription offerings. Bottom line: this is a 'masterclass' in how to make a brand with extreme cachet and very little substance.

The Taster Session and the Masterclass are designed and delivered independently. The Taster Session is designed to introduce you to the topic of Creative Problem-Solving and highlights the importance of focused problem definition ahead of any ideation activities.

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January 24, 2022 - World-renowned mathematician Dr. Terence Tao teaches you his approach to everyday problem-solving—without complex equations or formulas.