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Mentioned in 12 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 12 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
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as a book he is currently reading, focusing on different thinking styles and their strategic application.


Mike Schmitz

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


Mike Schmitz


Cory Hixson

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191: Six Thinking Hats by Edward de Bono
Mentioned when discussing six different colored hats and changing your lens when you're looking at a problem.

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as a wonderful book that inspired him to simplify project management concepts.

James Louttit

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378: How to Lead Projects and People without Chaos and Burnout with James Louttit
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when referencing Edward de Bono's influence on design thinking and deliberate thinking.


Kevin Finn

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S07.EP04 - Designers Don’t Build Brands with Kevin Finn
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regarding Edward de Bono's concept of the six thinking hats.

Dan

The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters #1193
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as inspiration for the six sales leadership hats.

Bryan Neale

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as a framework to help make wise decisions.

J.R. Briggs

Ep 283: A Simple Framework for Decision-making
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as an example of flexible thinking and innovation.

Steff Vanhaverbeke

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