Routines drive up productivity. They turn actions into habits, so there is nothing to think about. A series of steps is consistently and consciously repeated until they become habits. This leads to quick and efficient processes,sometimes called standard operating procedures …
A person who is grounded in critical thinking is self-disciplined and is always in pursuit of excellence. Critical thinking uses intellect rather than ego or long-held beliefs to problem-solve and communicate more effectively with others. A critical thinker is usually …
Critical thinking and creativity go hand in hand. Critical thinking lets you look objectively at a problem, issue, object, or person and consider the entire picture. Creativity enables you to take that entire picture and look at it differently. While …
Imagine you are having a heated but friendly discussion with a colleague. Your opinions are vastly different. You logically state the reasons for your way of thinking. Then, they offer opinion, distortion, and everything but logic in a failedattempt to …
Among all the thoughts and tips on critical thinking, this article focuses on why this is such an essential skill for anyone in a leadership position. If you’re in a leadership position (“and everyone’s a leader”), or desire to work …
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Intuition can be defined as understanding something without having to think about it. You get an instant feeling about what you should do or avoid doing, and there is no conscious thought that leads to your decision. You automatically know …
Are you your own worst enemy when it comes to what you are thinking? Many of us are. Without realizing it, we get stuck in certain mental traps that lead us to make bad decisions. Avoid the following five common …
There are many benefits to critical thinking. When you learn how to look at situations this way, you can improve both your career and your personal relationships. Here are a few ways this objective approach to solving problems can benefit …
Sometimes, it makes sense to go with your gut instinct. You might have encountered this yourself. You feel compelled to follow a different course of action despite logic and reason. There are times when this type of thinking pays off. …
Critical thinking is self-discipline put into action. You don’t choose sides or make any assumptions. It is about interpreting and analyzing facts and information without an opinion. It allows you to get past an emotional investment in asituation and evaluate …
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