In your opinion, what makes you a great problem solver?
Accenture wants to gain insights into your problem-solving skills. By asking you what makes a great problem solver, they're asking you what your approach is and where you strive to improve based on your ideal. How you answer will inform them if you have a systems-based approach, are resourceful, think outside the box, and are self-guided in your work. Consider the skills and qualities which help you successfully face problems or navigate challenging projects at work.
"I am a great problem solver because I can separate all aspects of a problem before studying it. I also like to bring more experienced team members in to add to the solution. I will never try to be a hero and solve a complicated problem without tapping into the resources around me."
"I have been told that I am an excellent problem solver, and I believe this is because I have a bit of an engineering mind. I can take the issue, work backward to solve it, and then use that resolution as a basis for avoiding the same issue in future projects. I am also a big-picture thinker, which allows me to come up with various resolutions per problem."
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
I am a great problem solver because I am open-minded and discuss problems with team members to add in before attempting to solve the problem. I am a big picture-thinker, tapping into various resources allows me to come up with various resolutions for the problem at hand.
Chad's Feedback
Great job! Open-mindedness, big-picture thinking, and the utilization of available resources are all characteristics of a strong problem solver. Consider including an example of a time in your career you applied one or more of these traits to solve a problem, to support your answer.
