Problem-solving skills include critical thinking, communication, decisiveness, resourcefulness, business and industry awareness, and an ability to analyze data. There are various types of problem solvers, including self-regulating, theorist, and petitioner problem solvers

The creative problem-solving process is a logical process. Problem solving involves more than making decisions.

critical thinking — complex analysis of a problem or issue with the goal of solving the problem or making a decision. decisiveness — ability to make a quick, effective decision, not letting too much time go by in the process. petitioner problem solvers — problem solvers who see a problem and ask others for solution ideas. resourcefulness — ability to discover clever solutions to obstacles.