Ep. 3 | Problem Solving: Dari Kebuntuan ke Solusi

Sekolah Mentor KAT ITB 2025
21 Jul 202502:22

Summary

TLDRThis video focuses on the importance of problem-solving in mentorship, emphasizing the need for mentors to be rational and adaptive. According to UNESCO, problem-solving involves identifying issues, developing solutions, and evaluating their effectiveness. The video also introduces the PDCA cycle (Plan-Do-Check-Act) as a strategic framework for long-term problem-solving and discusses the Pareto principle, which highlights the significance of addressing the most impactful 20% of problems. These tools help mentors provide better guidance and adapt quickly to challenges in a dynamic field.

Takeaways

  • 😀 Problem solving is the ability to identify problems, develop relevant solutions, and evaluate their effectiveness, as defined by UNESCO.
  • 😀 Mentors need strong problem-solving skills to provide rational and effective solutions to mentees' issues.
  • 😀 If a mentor provides a wrong or inadequate solution, it can lead to bigger risks and an ineffective mentoring process.
  • 😀 Being a rational guide means offering solutions that are both practical and beneficial to the mentee's development.
  • 😀 The dynamic nature of mentoring requires mentors to adapt quickly and solve problems with precision to minimize risks.
  • 😀 The PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle is a helpful framework for problem solving, focusing on long-term strategies.
  • 😀 The 'Plan' step involves setting clear goals and creating strategies with a timeline for achievement.
  • 😀 The 'Do' step involves breaking down the plan into actionable tasks, typically organized by weeks or other time frames.
  • 😀 The 'Check' step involves evaluating the progress made and assessing the outcomes of the solutions implemented.
  • 😀 The 'Act' step involves reflecting on the process and making necessary adjustments to improve future efforts.
  • 😀 The Pareto Analysis suggests focusing on solving the most significant problems (the top 20%) to achieve the greatest impact (80%).

Q & A

  • What is the definition of problem-solving according to UNESCO?

    -Problem-solving, according to UNESCO, is the ability to identify problems, develop relevant solutions, and evaluate their effectiveness.

  • Why do mentors need to engage in problem-solving?

    -Mentors need to engage in problem-solving to be rational guides for their mentees. By providing accurate solutions to the mentees' problems, mentors ensure that the guidance is optimal and effective.

  • What risks are associated with providing incorrect solutions to mentees' problems?

    -If the solutions provided are wrong or not entirely right, the risk increases, and the outcome may not be optimal, leading to ineffective mentoring.

  • What is the significance of critical thinking in problem identification for mentors?

    -Critical thinking is essential in problem identification because it helps mentors evaluate the urgency and significance of a mentee’s problem, allowing for more effective problem-solving.

  • What two main reasons make problem-solving critical for mentors?

    -The two main reasons are: first, mentors need to be rational guides who can provide reliable solutions to their mentees. Second, the dynamic nature of fields requires mentors to be adaptive and to solve problems quickly and precisely while managing risks.

  • How does the dynamic nature of fields affect a mentor’s problem-solving process?

    -The dynamic nature of fields requires mentors to act fast and precisely, solving problems efficiently while mitigating various risks that could affect the mentee's progress.

  • What is the PDCA cycle and how is it applied to problem-solving?

    -The PDCA cycle is a framework for long-term strategy that includes four stages: Plan (setting goals and strategies), Do (arranging tasks into a timeline), Check (evaluating progress), and Act (reflecting on outcomes to improve). This cycle helps in structured problem-solving.

  • What does the Pareto analysis suggest about problem-solving?

    -The Pareto analysis suggests that a large portion of problems (80%) is caused by a small number of significant causes (20%). Therefore, it’s important to focus on solving the most significant problems rather than trying to address every issue.

  • Why is it important for mentors to solve only the most significant problems according to the Pareto analysis?

    -Focusing on the most significant problems ensures that the mentor’s efforts have the greatest impact, as addressing these problems will lead to a resolution of 80% of the overall issues.

  • What does being an 'adaptive field committee' mean in the context of mentoring?

    -Being an 'adaptive field committee' means that mentors must be flexible and responsive to changes in the field. They must adapt quickly and efficiently to new challenges and ensure their solutions are relevant and timely.

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Problem SolvingMentorshipCritical ThinkingUNESCOPDCA CycleRational GuidanceAdaptabilityRisk MitigationMentee SupportProblem IdentificationPareto Analysis