Jumia Books Solve It! The Mindset and Tools of Smart Problem Solvers by Dietmar Sternad

Solve It! by Dietmar Sternad is an internationally bestselling guide to becoming a confident, strategic, and creative problem solver in any domain. Whether you're leading a team, launching a business, managing a project, or navigating personal challenges, this book equips you with the mindset and practical tools to approach problems with clarity, courage, and precision.

Sternad draws on insights from psychology, systems thinking, and innovation strategy to help readers break free from reactive thinking and develop a structured, solution-oriented approach. With colorful visuals and a lightbulb motif symbolizing insight, the book is both intellectually engaging and visually energizing.

Inside, you’ll learn:

The five essential mindsets of smart problem solvers

How to define problems clearly and avoid common cognitive traps

Tools for generating creative solutions and evaluating options effectively

Techniques for implementing solutions and learning from feedback

Real-world case studies from business, science, and everyday life

Each chapter includes exercises, reflection prompts, and visual frameworks that make complex concepts easy to apply. Sternad’s writing is clear, motivating, and grounded in evidence—ideal for professionals, students, and lifelong learners.

This book is ideal for:

Entrepreneurs and managers seeking strategic decision-making skills

Educators and trainers teaching critical thinking and innovation

East African changemakers solving local challenges with global tools

French-speaking audiences interested in practical cognitive development and leadership

Solve It! is more than a toolkit—it’s a mindset shift. It empowers readers to face uncertainty with confidence, turn obstacles into opportunities, and lead with insight and impact.