Breaking the problem into manageable parts After understanding the problem, try to handle a small section of the problem at a time instead of trying to solve the entire problem at once. Definition of problem goals For every part of the problem identified, it is important for one to figure out the goals for solving the problem (Hilbert 211). If one does not have a goal for the problem solving, it will not be easy for him to know the steps to take in order to solve such a problem.