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THE 6 THINKING HATS

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Dr. Edward De Bono

• Physician, author, inventor and consultant


• Born on May 19, 1993. Malta
• Gained degree from University of Malta
• A well-known expert in creative thinking
• The six Thinking Hat is one such technique
Colored hats are used as metaphors for each direction.
Switching to a direction is symbolized by the act of putting on a
colored hat, either literally or metaphorically. This metaphor of
using an imaginary hat or cap as a symbol for a different thinking
direction was first mentioned by De Bono as early as 1971 in his
book "Lateral Thinking for Management" when describing a
brainstorming framework.
THE 6 THINKING HATS
why “6 THINKING HATS”?
• Multiple perceptions on an issue
• Focuses thinking
• Creative thinking
• Switching gears
• Saying things without risk
• Decision making
• Improves communication.

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