Sep 7, 2022 | Switch Thinking, think outside the box
One way to think about our thinking is to use a systems approach. Classically a system consists of an input, some sort of process and an output. And a feedback loop. Let’s then use this approach to design a systems model of thinking (see the model). Inputs:...
Aug 31, 2022 | Switch Thinking
Sometimes we get stuck for a new idea. Here’s why. We form thinking patterns based on our past experiences. These patterns are our assumptions, beliefs, expectations and attitudes. They inform our ideas, solutions, actions and to some extent our feelings. These...
Aug 24, 2022 | Problem Solving, Switch Thinking, Think Differently, think outside the box
In my Switch Thinking courses and workshops I often ask the group, team or participants for a real problem to work on. I do this so the material is more relevant and practical. And the new concept cannot be so easily dismissed. Some of these problems I have outlined...
Aug 19, 2022 | Switch Thinking, Think Differently, think outside the box
I am very excited to announce that we have developed the first edition of the Switch Thinking Card Pack. It’s a fun, easy and playful way to stimulate your switch thinking muscle. The pack consists of the 6 Switches (i.e. perspective, problem, outcome, focus,...
Jul 24, 2022 | 6 Switches, Coaching, Creativity, Switch Thinking, Think Differently
Q. Does your team need to be more creative and innovative? If the answer is yes, it begs the question how to achieve this? You can rely on infrequent brainstorming sessions or perhaps a random idea from someone in the team. Or a quick huddle, boring meeting or one-way...
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