Jun 23, 2026 | Switch Thinking
In our education system most of us have been taught critical thinking. But of course there are other ways of thinking. Design thinking, systems thinking, lateral thinking, strategic thinking and visual thinking to name a few. Each approach has value. But there is a...
May 26, 2026 | Get Unstuck, mode of thinking, Switch Thinking, Switch your Thinking, Teaching, Think Differently
I originally developed Switch Thinking based on the idea of switching between Box Mode and Ball Mode. Box Mode was a structured, analytical and rational way of thinking based on efficiency and what has worked before. It feels safe and comfortable. Ball Mode by...
Apr 25, 2026 | Switch Thinking
I have long been a fan of Agile Methodology for project management and software development. The idea of small rapid releases, rapid iteration, client feedback and lots of collaboration is such a smart idea in a rapidly changing environment. When requirements change...
Apr 7, 2026 | 6 Switches, Coaching, Get Unstuck, Switch Thinking, Switch your Thinking
When Rory Mcilroy, was the 2025 Masters it was the culmination of a 14 year journey. But even his triumph was not without its drama. He bogeyed the last hole and was in a playoff. Rory was feeling down and his mind was filled with what if’s. But then his caddy...
Mar 31, 2026 | Coaching, Creativity, Get Unstuck, mode of thinking, Switch Thinking, Switch your Thinking, Teaching, Team leaders
We often think that meaningful change takes time. And that it requires long term behavioural change to be effective. This is true. These approaches are valuable, proven and important. But what if you need to make a change right now? A conversation that turns sour. A...
Mar 22, 2026 | Box and Ball Modes, Change, Coaching, Creativity, Get Unstuck, Switch Thinking
I often get asked, what is the gap that Switch Thinking fills? And further, how does Switch Thinking compare with other approaches to creativity, change and performance. What makes it different, people ask? A simple 2 by 2 matrix might help answer these questions. On...
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