Creativity and Decision Making
This paper will discuss creativity and decision-making and how it plays a critical role in coming up with alternatives to problems and reaching a decision by describing the six thinking hats concept by Edward de Bono. The Role of Creativity Weaver (2000) says that creativity is moving up the list of essential business skills needed to survive and succeed in the fast and complex new economy (par. ... Creativity seems to be getting more and more attention because of the rules and the rapidly changing business environment. ... But even if the industry was not going through these fast-paced changes, there are still many places where creativity is needed. Creativity in decision-making has always been an asset and coming up with innovative ideas and strategies were, and are, always needed. Applying creativity in the decision-making process allows limitless opportunities for improving the work environment, product, and process. ... Often people think only a work of great originality that produces breakthrough represents creativity; this is not true. ... In order for the six thinking hats method to be successful in the decision-making process, all group members need to participate and make an effort to wear all the hats. ... The conventional view of problem solving and decision-making is that they should be rational processes that avoid any feelings and emotions. ... It makes public feelings and emotions about a problem or decision so their influence can be observed. ... Yellow hat thinking is about making things happen. ... Creativity involves exploration, breaking down patterns, and taking risks. ... Conclusion As stated earlier, this paper discussed creativity and decision-making and how it plays a critical role in coming up with alternatives to problems and reaching a decision by describing the six thinking hats concept by Edward de Bono.