There are several attributes that one must have when it comes to problem solving or approaching problems. For instance: Manner, Neutrality, and Relativism to name a few. However I am going to identify the top three I think is most important attributes to have when going approaching any problem of situation. We will start off with Open-mindedness. The concept of Open mindedness is allowing oneself to accept evidence and different arguments into account of forming or revising ones beliefs and values. (http://www.criticalthinking.org/pages/open-minded-inquiry/579) A person who is open-minded will be willing to accept other sides to a problem even if it may not be in the best interest of them. For instance; I don’t like the idea of being around a group of people or a crowed place, however I have an open-mind about doing things that involves crowds because I don’t want to let that hinder me from enjoying life and having fun. Being open-minded does not mean you have to always agree with something or someone. More so giving the benefit of the doubt and giving other relevant information a chance. By not being open-minded you can risk making wrong judgment calls due a bias or assumption you may have. It is all about being fair and equal.
The second most important attribute to problem solving is Listening. Good listening involves really trying to connect with another person's ideas in order to understand them and consider their merits (http://www.criticalthinking.org/pages/open-minded-inquiry/579). It is in my opinion a crucial step when it comes to solving a problem. Without listening and actually hearing what someone has to say and understanding their points and views, a person can make the wrong decision based on the fa...
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You see, when it comes to evaluating a situation and collecting evidence to solve a problem, one must not jump to conclusions or assumptions. It is important to use as all of these attributes and skills together to make a good judgment or decision. It is easy to be bias and allow personal feelings get in the way of being fair and equal. Just remember, stay open-minded allow yourself to accept all aspects of a situation; Listening; listen to understand not just hear; and judgment, when you don’t have all the facts but enough to make a good sound decision. These are the three most important attributes when approaching a problem effectively.
Works Cited
http://www.criticalthinking.org/pages/open-minded-inquiry/579
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selective_auditory_attention
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