Jul 25, 2024 | Coaching, Get Unstuck, Switch Thinking, Switch your Thinking, Teaching, Think Differently
In a world of continuous change what is the one skill that you need more than most? I would argue the ability to create and adapt to change. And in an environment which is complex and uncertain you need to be able to think in a flexible, agile way. I call this being...
Jun 19, 2024 | 6 Switches, mode of thinking, Switch Thinking, Switch your Thinking
I am a great fan of Simon Sinek’s idea of Start with Why? His core idea is that for too long business leaders and brand managers have started with the what and how and ignored the why. Sinek’s proposition is that leaders should start with Why first....
Mar 27, 2024 | Brainstorming, Get Unstuck, mode of thinking, Problem Solving, Switch Thinking, Team leaders, think outside the box
Many leaders encourage their team to think outside the box. This sounds good but it’s its not very helpful. Why? Because it’s hard to do. Here are two reasons why most people struggle to think outside the box. Because of the way our mind works Our mind...
Mar 6, 2024 | 6 Switches, Get Unstuck, mode of thinking, Switch Thinking
Imagine being able to switch on your creativity exactly when you needed it. It could be in an interview or presentation when you are asked a tricky question. Or it could be when your group or team is stuck for example. Or you need to help a client with a tough...
Feb 16, 2024 | 6 Switches, AI, co-create, mode of thinking
A few years ago I developed a new concept which I call Switch Thinking. It’s based on an insight watching bilingual people change from one language to another depending on the situation and need. Being bilingual is an impressive skill (I am not) but that is the...
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