Some people are problem-oriented.
They point out what didn't go right. They'll give every reason why an idea won't work. They don't take responsibility for anything but have no trouble pointing the finger and blaming someone else. It's one thing to be a realist and want to focus on the facts. It's another thing to be predisposed to focus only on the problems.
Problem-oriented people aren't in high demand, but solution-oriented people are.
Solution-oriented ask, "How can we do even better next time?" They'll point out what they like about an idea and offer to pitch in and help make it happen. They're happy to take charge but have no trouble giving other people credit.
In almost every successful team, club, organization and department, you'll find solution-oriented people making their impact. Take a close look and you'll see them driving projects forward, changing what needs to be fixed, and finding new ways to do an even better job. When they move on, their absence is noticeable. They leave behind a legacy that lasts a long time.
Whether you're trying to get into college, earn a promotion, or land that new job you want, prove that you've got some solution-oriented skills. There's almost always room for one more.