4 Immediate Action
When problems arise, the faster they are solved the better. Problems in organizations normally involve a variety of factors. These tend to become more complicated as time moves on, and in doing so become more difficult to solve. Left unattended, they may become ingrained and left to rot in the structure of the organization. Taking immediate action to solve problems as they arise without hesitation is essential if this situation is to be avoided.
5 Persuasion
The solution to a problem often requires the cooperation and consent of other people. Other people themselves may be the cause of the problem. Quite often it is the business of other sections or work methods introduced by a predecessor who is still employed in the same organization that are at the root of the problem. To implement measures for the solution of a problem, there needs to be assistance and involvement from other employees. People who have become accustomed to the current situation may, however, attempt to resist implementing changes that are not guaranteed to solve the problem without fail.
To solve a problem, it is essential to explain to the people directly concerned what the problem actually is, why it needs to be solved and how the measures devised to solve it may work. The element of persuasion is the key. If you recognize a problem and have some idea of how to solve it, you should not hesitate to inform and persuade other people. Don't delay action ever.
6 Patience
It takes time to solve problems, especially problems related to work operations or customs that have been practiced for many years. Without patience, continuity and level of seriousness the problem might never really be solved. The individual who proposes a solution must explain its legitimacy and motivate other employees by their own enthusiasm into carrying it through in full.
7 Reflection and Flexibility
Lessons may only be learnt from the process of solving problems, if reviews are undertaken as to the results. Experience without reflection is too specific from which to learn. A general analysis of the process may provide ideas that can be applicable to similar problems in the future.
If the solution itself turns out to have a negative effect, there should be no hesitation to alter or abolish it if need be. More often than not, the person who thought up the solution to begin with will ignore a negative outcome, even if they recognize it, and persist with their original plan. Flexibility is essential to finding a true solution.
