What makes you a great problem solver?
Employers want to know that you have a methodical approach to problem-solving. Consider the skills and qualities that help you successfully face problems. Perhaps you have a keen eye for detail. Maybe you can see opportunity when others can only focus on the issue. Share your strengths as a problem solver and your ability to come up with innovative solutions.
"I am someone who loves to solve problems, and finding ways to help patients adapt and overcome to gain independence is something that drew me to healthcare. I work with a lot of rehab patients, so I'm often helping them overcome mobility challenges by using adaptive equipment and assistive technology. I also do home visits, and during those visits, I'm helping identify hazards and obstacles and how patients can navigate them to be safe at home. Oftentimes, it's things you and I wouldn't consider a challenge at all, but for them, a cup on a shelf they can't reach is a big deal so I'm helping them use adaptive equipment to reach things or even dress independently."
"I believe I am a great problem solver because I am sure to gather as many facts as possible, I look at the problem and its potential solutions from multiple angles, and I am not afraid to make a creative decision, that might seem off the beaten path."
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 have strong attention to detail and am always looking for ways to make tasks easier for my fellow colleagues and myself. I am a troubleshooter at my core.
Jaymie's Feedback
Great start! Consider adding other aspects like being goal-oriented, keeping a positive attitude, not giving up when solutions fail or are difficult to come up with, relying on past experiences, etc. to add more impact to your answer.
