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Edward De Bono’s Thinking Hats: A 360° Decision-Making Tool for Leaders
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Edward De Bono’s Thinking Hats: A 360° Decision-Making Tool for Leaders

Decision-making as a leader can feel overwhelming. Edward De Bono’s Thinking Hats provide a simple yet powerful framework to explore every angle of a problem, either alone or with your team. By “wearing” each hat - facts, feelings, risks, optimism, creativity, and process - you can make clearer, more balanced decisions while reducing stress and involving others objectively. It’s a 360° approach that turns complex challenges into structured, manageable choices.

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