Six Thinking Hats
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Six Thinking Hats

What is it?

Six Thinking Hats is a decision-making method by Edward de Bono where each "hat" represents a different thinking style: facts, emotions, caution, optimism, creativity, and organization

Six Thinking Hats is a simple way to help people think better, solve problems, and make decisions by looking at things from different angles. Imagine wearing a different colored hat, and each hat helps you think in a specific way:

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White Hat (Facts Hat) 🧢⚪️:

  • Focus: Just the facts, numbers, and data.
  • Example: "How many customers complained about the product last month?"

Red Hat (Feelings Hat) 🧢🔴:

  • Focus: Your gut feelings and emotions.
  • Example: "I feel excited about this idea, but also a bit nervous."

Black Hat (Caution Hat) 🧢⚫️:

  • Focus: Spotting risks and problems.
  • Example: "What if the product launch fails? Are we prepared for that?"

Yellow Hat (Optimism Hat) 🧢🟡:

  • Focus: The positives and opportunities.
  • Example: "This idea could boost our sales significantly."

Green Hat (Creative Hat) 🧢🟢:

  • Focus: Thinking outside the box, generating new ideas.
  • Example: "What if we offer a subscription model instead?"

Blue Hat (Control Hat) 🧢🔵:

  • Focus: ...
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