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We have been discussing several tools in the course: WordWall, FishBowl, 6-hats, RolePlaying,…
Of all the tools discussed I feel the RolePlaying tool is the one most used in my personal work environment of B2B IT sales. Whenever there are discussions to be had with customers regarding contract negotiations it is very useful to look at things from all sides.
1 colleague can be “us” another can be the customers user, while a third could be the customers procurement representative. Afterall the people using our programs are not the ones deciding on the purchase generally, and convincing them to help us convince the people with the money is very important!
This way we can better prepare what to argue to each side in order to maximize the possibility for a successful deal!-
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I agree with you at the point that using The Role-play is so useful in facing with the business situation that including involvement involving multiple parties. When we put ourselves on others shoes we can understand their perspective clearlier.
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My Reflection on Creativity Tools
When I think about the creativity tools we practiced, for example, word wall, fish bowl, six thinking hats & role playing, the one that really stood out to me was the Six Thinking Hats. At first, the idea of using colored hats to represent different ways of thinking felt a bit silly and hard to apply in real life. But after trying it out, I realized how useful it can actually be, especially in a work setting or in group discussions .
I think this tool works best in team meetings where people often get stuck in their usual way of thinking. For example, in project planning, some people only focus on the risks, while others are more focused on creative ideas. The Six Thinking Hats helps everyone step out of their comfort zone and look at the situation from different angles, which leads to more balanced and thoughtful decisions.
One of the biggest benefits is that it gives structure to brainstorming. It keeps things really organized and makes sure everyone gets a chance to speak. It also helps reduce bias, because people are encouraged to think in ways they normally wouldn’t. I also think it improves teamwork, because instead of arguing over who’s right, the group focuses on exploring different perspectives together.
However, in my opinion the tool only works well if people take it seriously. If someone doesn’t follow the role of the hat they’re assigned, the whole process can fall apart. Also, in busy work environments, people might not want to spend time going through each hat. So the person leading the activity needs to keep the group focused and make sure the discussion stays meaningful.Based on what I have learned and practiced in the class, I think I could lead a Six Thinking Hats session, but I would need to prepare well. I would have to explain the hats clearly, set time limits, and make sure people stay on track. It would be a challenge, but I believe it would help me grow as a leader and improve my creative thinking skills too.
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When I think about the creativity tools we practiced, for example, word wall, fish bowl, six thinking hats & role playing, the one that really stood out to me was the Six Thinking Hats. At first, the idea of using colored hats to represent different ways of thinking felt a bit silly and hard to apply in real life. But after trying it out, I realized how useful it can actually be, especially in a work setting or in group discussions .
I think this tool works best in team meetings where people often get stuck in their usual way of thinking. For example, in project planning, some people only focus on the risks, while others are more focused on creative ideas. The Six Thinking Hats helps everyone step out of their comfort zone and look at the situation from different angles, which leads to more balanced and thoughtful decisions.
One of the biggest benefits is that it gives structure to brainstorming. It keeps things really organized and makes sure everyone gets a chance to speak. It also helps reduce bias, because people are encouraged to think in ways they normally wouldn’t. I also think it improves teamwork, because instead of arguing over who’s right, the group focuses on exploring different perspectives together.
However, in my opinion the tool only works well if people take it seriously. If someone doesn’t follow the role of the hat they’re assigned, the whole process can fall apart. Also, in busy work environments, people might not want to spend time going through each hat. So the person leading the activity needs to keep the group focused and make sure the discussion stays meaningful.Based on what I have learned and practiced in the class, I think I could lead a Six Thinking Hats session, but I would need to prepare well. I would have to explain the hats clearly, set time limits, and make sure people stay on track. It would be a challenge, but I believe it would help me grow as a leader and improve my creative thinking skills too.
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Yes, I think you have a good idea. De Bono’s 6 Thinking Hats is a good method to me. We should prepare well to run a discussion group when using this method.
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Which tool do you consider and think may be useful?
I consider Learning Café to be a useful tool.In which context more precisely?
Learning Café can be used in speaking practice sessions, especially when learners discuss real-life topics such as parenting methods, how to teach children, or other social issues. It creates a relaxed and open environment that encourages everyone to speak and share opinions.What value/benefit can the tool yield?
This tool helps us:Improve speaking and communication skills
Develop critical thinking through discussion
Gain confidence when expressing personal ideas
Learn from different perspectives in a friendly atmosphere
Do you feel capable of leading an activity using this tool?
Yes, I feel capable of leading an activity using this tool. I can prepare discussion questions, guide conversations, and encourage participants to actively engage and share their ideas. -
Among various tools which are mentioned in the course, the most productive tool that I used in my previous work is De Bono’s 6 Hats. With using this tools, it make a meeting goes in a more smooth flow while all members can one by one forcus one perspective, prevent the conflict and save time a lot.
I also had experience in leading one meeting while using this tools, in an online meeting in covid pandemic periods. This tool become great fit with the situation, and it pulls people out of distractions when they are in different places while attending the meeting.
The important point to success in using this tool is that the host has to explain clearly the process and the meaning of each hats at the beginning of the meeting so that he/she can collect the most quality result.
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I honestly didn’t expect soft skills to be such a huge part of the green transition, but this course really changed my mind. Seeing how Finland manages nuclear waste through trust, or how the Väisälä Space Park needs creativity to grow, made me realize that ‘green’ isn’t just a science problem—it’s a communication and thinking problem. Using tools like De Bono’s Hats and the Fishbowl helped me slow down and actually listen to other people’s perspectives instead of just reacting. It’s been a great experience learning how to balance facts with empathy and long-term responsibility. I definitely feel more confident now joining discussions about sustainability!
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Great insights! Your point about the hats helping to reduce bias is so important in professional settings. It’s often hard to get a team to shift from critical thinking to creative thinking, and this structure makes that transition much smoother. It’s great to see your confidence in leading a session—effective facilitation is a key part of the green transition and leadership!
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Thank you for sharing your experience of D. Bono’s six hats. I agree that brainstorming during the activity can help bring out many ideas and information. If organised correctly, the activity can be very helpful where there is a need to see the topic from different areas of facts, emotions, creativity and risks. It needs active participation from the side of participants to arrive at better outcomes and conclusions.
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