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Mentioned in 6 episodes
Six Thinking Hats
Book • 1985
In 'Six Thinking Hats,' Edward de Bono introduces a method to improve the efficiency and productivity of thinking.
The book proposes the use of six colored hats, each symbolizing a different mode of thinking: white for facts, red for emotions, black for caution, yellow for benefits, green for creativity, and blue for control.
This approach helps in organizing and structuring discussions to ensure all aspects of a problem are considered, promoting balanced decision-making and reducing conflicts.
The method is particularly useful in group settings, such as business and educational contexts, to foster more inclusive and systematic thinking.
The book proposes the use of six colored hats, each symbolizing a different mode of thinking: white for facts, red for emotions, black for caution, yellow for benefits, green for creativity, and blue for control.
This approach helps in organizing and structuring discussions to ensure all aspects of a problem are considered, promoting balanced decision-making and reducing conflicts.
The method is particularly useful in group settings, such as business and educational contexts, to foster more inclusive and systematic thinking.
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Mentioned in 6 episodes
Chosen by Mike as the next book for discussion due to its shorter length and focus on different thinking perspectives.

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190: Learn Like a Pro by Barbara Oakley & Olav Schewe
Mentioned by Mike Schmitz as a book he is currently reading, focusing on different thinking styles and their strategic application.

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198: Revisiting Journaling
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Mike Schmitz and
Cory Hixson as a book that teaches a practical and uniquely positive approach to decision-making and exploring new ideas.



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191: Six Thinking Hats by Edward de Bono
Mentioned by Matthieu Lorrain as a creative method to assign different roles to brainstorm participants.

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Mentioned by Tom Dillon and Helen Leathers as a coaching tool to generate new thinking and perspectives.

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