Description

Dr. Edward de Bono is regarded as the leading international authority in the field of conceptual thinking and also the direct teaching of thinking as a skill. He originated the concept of "lateral thinking," which is now officially recognized in the Oxford English Dictionary. Dr. de Bono's instruction in thinking has been sought by many of the largest corporations in the world. The author presents a simple but effective way to become a better thinker. He separates thinking into six distinct modes, identified with six colored "thinking hats" -- white - facts, figures, and objective information red - emotions and feelings black - logical negative thoughts yellow - positive constructive thoughts green - creativity and new ideas blue - control of the other hats and thinking steps "Putting on" a hat focuses thinking, "switching" hats redirects thinking. With the different parts of the thinking process thus clearly defined, discussions can be better focused and more productive. The examples in the book show their effectiveness to focus thinking more clearly, lead to more creative thinking, and improve communication and thus decision-making.