These problem-solving training materials help trainers deliver structured workplace workshops that enable employees at all levels to identify problems, evaluate causes, and implement effective solutions. These materials include slides, trainer notes, workbooks, and activities to support instructor-led sessions.
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- 56-slide PowerPoint deck with detailed trainer notes under each slide
- Trainer notes (80+ pages) with step-by-step instructions, including on how to run all activities
- Participant workbook with space for notes, reflections, and capturing key ideas during the session
- Activity handouts (5 exercises) including the Lost at Sea challenge, workplace problem scenarios, and a decision-matrix template
- Useful documents such as sign-in sheet, and evaluation form
- Customizable certificate to issue to participants on completion of the training
- Explain a structured approach to problem solving so participants understand how to approach real workplace issues
- Run group discussions that challenge assumptions and encourage different ways of thinking about a problem
- Use practical exercises where participants work through scenarios and test their decisions
- Help participants apply problem-solving techniques to situations from their own roles
- Participants: Staff and teams who need to work through workplace problems more effectively and make better decisions
- Level: Suitable for anyone new to structured problem solving or looking to improve how they approach everyday challenges
- Format: One-day workshop (but you could run it as a short session such as a half-day session as needed)
- Covers: Topics including analysing the root causes of issues, generating ideas, and using techniques to select the best solution
- Activities: Includes scenario challenges, group problem-solving tasks, and decision-making exercises
- Includes: Editable slides, trainer guidance, participant resources, activities, including 5 activity handouts
Problem Solving Training Materials at a Glance
Examples from the Training Materials
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Download Problem Solving Training MaterialsKey Topics Covered in These Problem Solving Training Materials
These materials give you the structure and activities needed to run a problem-solving workshop or session, to help participants tackle real workplace problems.
- Defining and clarifying workplace problems
- Reframing challenges to uncover opportunities
- Root cause analysis techniques (e.g., Fishbone, Why-Why)
- Coming up with ideas using creative thinking tools
- Evaluating options with decision-making frameworks
- Applying a structured step-by-step problem-solving process
Format & Flexibility: All materials are provided in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and PDF formats, so you can easily edit, customize, and deliver professional training tailored to your organization or clients.
Learning Outcomes
Using these training materials, participants will be able to:
- Identify workplace problems more clearly and avoid jumping to the wrong conclusions
- Work through a structured problem-solving process from defining the issue to choosing a solution
- Use tools like Fishbone and Why-Why to explore what’s really causing a problem
- Come up with practical ideas using techniques such as mind mapping and brainstorming
- Compare different options using simple decision tools like pros and cons or weighted matrices
- Work through realistic scenarios and group exercises to test their thinking
- Apply what they’ve learned to situations they face in their own roles
Who Are These Problem-Solving Training Materials For?
These materials are designed for you to deliver structured problem-solving workshops in workplace settings.
For buyers:
- Trainers delivering problem-solving workshops in-house or for clients
- HR and L&D teams seeking to offer employee development and workplace skills
- Consultants running training sessions to support team development for clients
- Managers or team leaders responsible for facilitating problem-solving sessions
- College and university instructors delivering practical, career-focused skills training
For participants you’ll be training:
- Employees who need to approach workplace problems more effectively
- Teams working on shared challenges or decision-making tasks
- Supervisors and managers who are responsible for resolving issues and improving performance
- Staff involved in projects requiring analysis, problem-solving, and collaboration
- Students preparing for workplace problem-solving and real-world decision-making
Other classic topics aimed at improving efficiency and productivity in the workplace, which you might also want to offer, can be found on the Leadership Training Materials Kits hub page.
How These Training Materials Are Used
These training materials are designed for trainers, HR teams, and consultants to run their own workshops using ready-to-use content.
After purchase, you can download the files instantly, customize the slides and materials to suit your audience, and use them to deliver professional training sessions in person or online.
Suggested Workshop Format & Delivery Options
- Designed for a one-day problem-solving workshop
- Materials are editable, so you can adapt for shorter sessions as needed
- Suitable for classroom training or virtual delivery
Detailed Curriculum Included in These Problem-Solving Training Materials
These materials guide participants through a complete problem-solving process.
Understanding Problems and Workplace Context
- What a problem is and how it shows up in the workplace
- The importance of problem-solving for individuals, teams, and organizations
- Shifting perspective from reactive thinking to a more proactive approach
Barriers to Effective Problem-Solving
- Common obstacles such as confirmation bias, groupthink, and assumptions
- Problem-solving myths that affect decision-making
- Patterns that prevent effective analysis
Structured Problem-Solving Process
- Using the 7-step problem-solving framework
- Clarifying and defining problems before jumping to solutions
- Using goal visualization to guide the desired outcome
Root Cause Analysis Techniques
- Applying Fishbone diagrams to explore contributing factors
- Using Why-Why analysis to dig deeper into underlying causes
- Practicing structured approaches to identifying the real issue
Generating and Developing Solutions
- Using brainstorming and creative thinking techniques to generate ideas
- Applying tools such as analogies and mind mapping
- Encouraging alternative approaches to problem-solving
Evaluating Options and Making Decisions
- Comparing solutions using pros and cons (POIO) analysis
- The weighted decision matrices to select the best option
- Balancing creative and analytical thinking when making decisions
Applying Learning and Moving Forward
- Working through realistic problem scenarios and exercises
- How to apply tools in real workplace situations
- Developing a personal approach to problem-solving after the session
Why These Problem-Solving Training Materials Work
These materials are designed to help you deliver structured, engaging workshops without spending hours preparing content from scratch.
They combine proven problem-solving techniques with practical activities, so participants not only understand the concepts but can apply them immediately in their own roles.
Whether you are training teams, managers, or students, you can confidently deliver a professional workshop using these ready-to-use materials.
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