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Stuck on a Problem? Try Switching Up Your Approach

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Different Types of Problem Solvers

Business leaders may find it challenging to change their approach when faced with new problems due to their past success and comfort with their established methods. The different types of problem solvers identified are adventurers, detectives, listeners, thinkers, and visionaries. Each type has its own set of attributes, such as adventurers who make decisions based on gut reactions but may downplay evidence, and detectives who rely on data but might undervalue people. Listeners are collaborative decision makers, while thinkers tend to look for creative solutions, and visionaries have a big-picture perspective.

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