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Critical Thinking Is Not Enough
Three Essential Skills for Solving Real World Problems
Girvin
October 28, 2024
Hey Fam,
In a recent issue, I stated that "Critical thinking is the key to creative problem-solving in business."
And boy, did that ruffle some feathers.
One of you brilliant rebels shot back:
"It is not critical thinking that solves real problems, it is creative thinking, & outside of the box thinking that will solve the problems of the world."
Plot twist: We're both right. And we're both wrong.
Here's the deal:
Thinking critical thinking alone will save the world is like trying to win a triathlon with just your arms. Good luck with that, T-Rex.
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And here's the kicker:
Creative thinking without critical thinking is like a Ferrari with no steering wheel. Sure, you'll go fast, but probably straight into a wall.
The truth?
It's a threesome, baby.
Critical thinking
+
Creative thinking
+
Outside-the-box thinking
=
The Great Trio of Real-World Problem-Solving
Let's break this ménage à trois down:
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