Six Thinking Hats.

Edward De Bono

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SIX THINKING HATS is a de Bono classic, used by businessmen worldwide to develop techniques of creative thinking in the boardroom. The Six Hats method aims to make the fullest use of everyone's intelligence, experience and information. De Bono has comprehensively updated his bestselling text for this new edition.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Six Different Perspectives: The book introduces six metaphorical hats, each representing a different perspective: White (facts and information), Red (emotions and intuition), Black (cautious and critical thinking), Yellow (positive and optimistic thinking), Green (creative and innovative thinking), and Blue (process control and facilitation).

  2. Structured Thinking: By assigning different hats to participants, the method encourages structured thinking and prevents discussions from becoming chaotic or one-sided.

  3. Role Play: Participants adopt different roles based on the hat they're wearing, allowing them to explore a topic from multiple angles and develop a more comprehensive understanding.

  4. Parallel Thinking: The method promotes parallel thinking, where everyone focuses on the same perspective at the same time, rather than engaging in adversarial or conflicting debates.

  5. Encourages Creativity: The Green Hat encourages creative and out-of-the-box thinking, allowing participants to explore unconventional ideas and solutions without judgment.

  6. Balanced Decision-Making: By considering multiple perspectives represented by the different hats, the method promotes balanced decision-making and reduces the influence of personal biases or agendas.

  7. Enhances Communication: The Six Thinking Hats method improves communication within groups by providing a common framework for discussion and ensuring that all viewpoints are heard and considered.

  8. Time Management: The structured nature of the method helps manage time more effectively during meetings or discussions, preventing them from getting bogged down in unproductive debates or tangents.

  9. Problem-Solving Tool: The Six Thinking Hats method serves as a powerful problem-solving tool, helping groups generate creative solutions, evaluate alternatives, and make informed decisions.

  10. Applicability: The method can be applied in various contexts, including business meetings, brainstorming sessions, conflict resolution, strategic planning, and personal decision-making.

Language English
ISBN-10 0140296662
ISBN-13 9780140296662
No of pages 177
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Penguin Books
Published Date 31 Oct 2000

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