
Chris Griffiths with Melina Costi
A practical, structured guide to mastering creative thinking and innovation in business through self-awareness, systematic problem solving, and committed leadership.
The Decision Radar tool helps individuals identify their thinking strengths and weaknesses across five key areas.
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Imagine waking each day and moving through your routine without much thought—getting dressed, commuting, handling emails—the brain on autopilot. This automatic mode is powered by mental patterns that help us operate efficiently but can also trap us in repetitive thinking.
Metacognition is not just an abstract concept; it governs how we plan, evaluate, and monitor our actions. Studies link it with intelligence because it enables us to choose the best way to tackle tasks and to self-correct when needed. Imagine a runner tied hand and foot—though still moving, their efficiency and speed plummet. Similarly, if we don't manage our thinking, we limit our creative potential.
One practical way to understand your thinking style is through tools like the Decision Radar, which highlights strengths and weaknesses across areas like understanding, ideation, reasoning, analysis, and direction. Recognizing where you excel and where you struggle lays the foundation for targeted growth. For example, you might be great at generating ideas but find it hard to evaluate them objectively. This awareness allows you to focus your efforts where they're most needed.
Routine thinking patterns are double-edged swords. They save mental energy by automating decisions, but they also encourage us to see only one path forward. A classic example is how we recite the months of the year effortlessly but struggle to list them alphabetically. Our brains are wired for efficiency, not for constant novelty.
To foster creativity, we must learn to interrupt these patterns, deliberately shift perspectives, and embrace uncertainty. This requires effort and practice, but the rewards are immense: fresh ideas, better decisions, and the ability to adapt in a rapidly changing world.
As we embark on this journey of creative thinking, keep in mind that understanding your own mind is the first step.
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