Six Thinking Hats Essay

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In taking decisions about important things in life, it does not become easy to come to a final and constructive conclusion. The usual Indian approach of communication and thinking is usually not lateral, instead opposing and does not involve complementarity. Especially when an individual or team decision needs to be taken, it should be collaborative, supportive, 360 degrees thinking, understanding from all angles and then reaching a decision. We find the six hats thinking extremely useful in decision-making process both in personal and professional life. For instance, in the organization context, a decision to fill a key managerial position may involve various concerns. The question is should we promote an existing person from a lower level …show more content…

Edward de Bono introduced a simple, but powerful technique called the Six Thinking Hats [1, 51-53]. The technique outlines different thinking styles that are associated with a different coloured hat. By conceptualizing each type of hat, the person focuses on the style of thinking associated with each …show more content…

However, it is one of the most important hats as it will help you to better understand the pitfalls of your thinking. Look at the cost of probable damages due to his inappropriate decisions. Consider the cost and time required to train him. What if he fails to live up to expectations even after a given period of time. What would be the consequence of your own wrong decisions on your professional capacity and organizations trust in you.
(5) Green Creative hat : Green Creative hat whose role is to bend the rules, to think outside-the-box and expand the possibilities of the improbable in unique ways. The Green hat will help you to come up with brilliant creative solutions — opening the doors to new opportunities and avenues of thinking. There could be ever so many possibilities open before a creative mind.
(6) Blue Managerial hat : Blue Managerial hat whose primary role is to manage and direct the thinking process, sort out all alternative and probable solutions and apply managerial techniques and wisdom to choose among the best. Never the less managerial problem solving is daring and

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