Identify eight of the skills needed in problem solving and decision making.

The skills needed in problem solving and decision making include the ability to:

1 . Recognize problem situations
2 . Clearly distinguish the problem from the situation caused by the problem
3 . Clearly define goals and objectives
4 . Develop creative, imaginative solutions to problems
5 . Gather information relating to possible solutions
6 . Be open-minded about possible solutions offered by others
7 . Carefully evaluate information as a basis for accepting or rejecting solutions
8 . Work with others to solve problems
9 . Avoid jumping to unwarranted conclusions (be flexible)
10 . Accept the fact that mistakes may occur
11 . Put aside opinions, emotions, and self-interest that may interfere with objective thinking
12 . Understand different types of problems and techniques for solving them
13 . Know and use a systematic approach to problem solving and decision making