Defining Success:

Success in a problem-solving process can be multifaceted. Here are some key aspects to consider:

• Effectiveness: Did your team identify and solve the core issue or achieve the desired outcome?
• Efficiency: Did you solve the problem in a timely and resourceful manner?
• Collaboration: Did team members work together effectively, leveraging diverse perspectives and skills?
• Communication: Was communication clear, concise, and respectful throughout the process?
• Learning: Did the team gain new knowledge or skills from the experience?

Reflecting on Your Experience:

Use the above criteria to assess your team’s problem-solving process. Here are some prompts to guide you through the remaining questions:

• Process Improvement: What specific aspect of the process could be improved next time? Was there a lack of brainstorming time, unclear communication channels, or difficulty in reaching consensus?
• Virtuous Leadership & Global Teams: Did your team leader exhibit characteristics like integrity, empathy, and cultural sensitivity? How did these qualities, or their absence, impact team dynamics?
• DeVoe Model: Did your team utilize any aspects of the DeVoe Virtuous Business Model, which emphasizes purpose, collaboration, and positive externalities? How did this model (or a different leadership model) shape your team’s approach?
• Problem-Based Learning: What did you learn about the benefits and challenges of problem-based learning? Did it foster critical thinking and engagement compared to traditional learning methods?
• Team Changes: Did the problem-solving experience strengthen your team’s communication, trust, and ability to work together? Did you encounter any conflicts that required resolution?

By reflecting on these questions, you can gain valuable insights into your team’s strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement. This will help you approach future problem-solving situations with a more effective and collaborative mindset.