Become a Problem, Serve as the Solution
Introduction
"The point is to become so good at solving problems that we're practically unaware of them when they arise. And when we do become aware of them, we take them on without fear or hesitation." -- Guy Kawasaki
Everyone has problems.
Everyone has problems.
Problems are opportunities to grow and learn, opportunities to help others, and opportunities to make a difference in the world.
Problems are opportunities
A problem is an opportunity to learn, grow, and become better. It's a chance to help others.
When you're faced with a problem, ask yourself: What can I learn from this? How can I use this situation as an opportunity to grow my skills and knowledge base? How will I be able to serve others because of the challenge that was presented to me?
A great way to become a problem solver is to be aware of all the problems that surround you.
A great way to become a problem solver is to be aware of all the problems that surround you. Problems are everywhere, and they often appear at the most inopportune times. A flat tire on your car, for example, can be a major inconvenience if you're running late for work or an important meeting. But it's also an opportunity: if you know how to change a tire and have access to tools like spare tires and jack stands, then this minor issue becomes easily manageable by yourself!
Similarly, when faced with larger issues such as natural disasters or diseases affecting people around the world--problems that seem insurmountable--you can use them as motivation for doing something good in return. One way to do this is by volunteering locally through organizations like Habitat For Humanity where everyone pitches in their time towards making positive changes happen within their own communities (and beyond).
Identify what you can do about any given problem and then focus on it.
Identify the problem.
Identify possible solutions.
Focus on one problem at a time, and keep it simple. You don't have to fix everything at once! If you're feeling overwhelmed by your list of problems, pick one thing and focus on that for now--it will be enough work for now (and likely for quite some time).
Keep it real: remember that sometimes we forget the difference between "what is" versus "what could be" or even worse--we can get caught up in our own hype about how awesome our ideas are when they're often not as great as we think they are! Be realistic about where you are right now so that when someone asks what kind of help they can give us, we know exactly what's needed instead of blowing smoke up their butts just so someone will do something useful like cleaning up after themselves once in awhile instead
of always asking others around them who already have full plates too...
Keep it simple. Focus on one problem at a time. Be solution-oriented rather than problem-oriented.
Keep it simple. Focus on one problem at a time. Be solution-oriented rather than problem-oriented. If you are trying to solve multiple problems at once, you will likely feel overwhelmed and discouraged by the sheer number of issues that need attention. Instead, narrow your focus to one issue at a time and tackle it with enthusiasm and energy until it is resolved before moving on to another issue.
If your initial attempts fail or don't go as planned (which they often won't), don't give up! Keep trying new things until something works out well enough for you to move forward with confidence in yourself as someone who can make positive changes in their world--and others'.
When you find yourself face to face with a problem, remain calm and take a deep breath or two before making your move.
When you find yourself face to face with a problem, remain calm and take a deep breath or two before making your move. In the end, the only thing that matters is whether or not you solve it.
Don't get discouraged if things don't work out as planned. Sometimes the best solutions come from the simplest ones--and sometimes they don't! Whatever happens, try to remain solution-oriented rather than problem-oriented.
Be prepared for anything, but don't get discouraged if things don't work out as planned -- things seldom go as planned when dealing with complex real-life problems!
As you begin to serve as a problem-solver, it's important to be prepared for anything. The best way to do this is by recognizing that problems rarely go exactly as planned when dealing with complex real-life situations. When you're working on solving an issue or making change happen in your community, there will almost always be unexpected twists and turns along the way. You may find yourself facing resistance from people who oppose what you're trying to accomplish (or even from allies!). You might discover that some of your assumptions about how something works were wrong; maybe there are new factors at play here than what was apparent at first glance! This is why it's so important not only learn how things work now but also keep up with new developments -- because those changes often lead somewhere unexpected!
Problems are everywhere in our lives, but we can learn from them and grow from them if we embrace them as opportunities rather than obstacles
It's important to remember that problems are opportunities. Problems are everywhere in our lives, but we can learn from them and grow from them if we embrace them as opportunities rather than obstacles.
Problems are not bad things or good things; they're just things that happen when you do something--anything! You may have a problem with your job or your family or even yourself, but it's important to remember that these issues aren't obstacles for you; they're merely opportunities for growth and change.
Conclusion
If you're looking for a way to improve your life, there's no better place to start than by addressing the problems around you. By becoming aware of what's wrong in the world and working hard towards making it right again, we can all make our lives better as well!