As you begin to work on solving a problem, it's essential to leverage the benefits of all the preparatory work you've done. This includes building confidence, setting the right mindset, and maintaining high motivation and energy levels. Here are some tips to help you work more effectively during this phase.

• Avoid Tunnel Vision: By staying relaxed, you prevent your brain from falling into a fight-or-flight mode, which limits problem-solving to short-term solutions.
• Broad Scope of Solutions: A relaxed state allows your brain to see a wider range of solutions and lets both the logical and creative parts of your brain work optimally.

• Avoid Prolonged Stagnation: If you find yourself stuck, take breaks to refresh your mind.
• Seek Help: If you're stuck for too long, it's wise to seek assistance.

• Professional Habit: Testing, double-checking, and proofreading are habits of professionals. While it may not be fun, it ensures that problems are solved correctly and efficiently.
• Avoiding Mistakes: Regular testing helps catch errors early and improves the overall quality of your work.

• Quiet Workspace: Work from a quiet place to minimize distractions.
• Focus Techniques: Later in this course, we'll cover techniques to maintain strong focus, especially in a world full of distractions.
• Minimize Physical Distractions: Put away your phone and ensure that others do not interrupt you.

• Continuous Work: Large blocks of time allow for more continuous and productive work sessions.
• Take Breaks: Within these large blocks, don't hesitate to take breaks as needed. Breaks are productive and necessary for maintaining high performance.

Conclusion

By following these tips, you can enhance your problem-solving skills and work more effectively. Remember, the key is to stay relaxed, focused, and diligent in your approach.