Decision Making and Problem Solving

Name: Decision Making and Problem Solving
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ISBN: 9780749466961

ISBN-10: 0749466960

ISBN-13: 9780749466961

Edition: 2nd 2013

Authors: John. Adair

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Line managers and leaders of all levels need to ensure that problems are solved in the optimal way and that the ideas and innovations for tomorrow's business flow freely. Decision Making and Problem Solvinghelps them master the processes of practical thinking which lie behind effective decision making, problem solving, and creative thinking. Using checklists, exercises and case studies, it explains key concepts such as: principles of effective thinking, how to develop a framework for decision making, how to use a simple model for making decisions and solving problems, how to sharpen up creative thinking skills, and how to develop thinking skills in the future.

Book details

List price: $9.99
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2013
Publisher: Kogan Page, Limited
Publication date: 3/3/2013
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 104
Size: 5.47" wide x 8.54" long x 0.28" tall
Weight: 0.286
Language: English



Introduction



Your mind at work


Is your brain working now?


The functions of the mind


The Depth Mind principle


Key points



The art of effective decision making


Define the objective


Collect relevant information


Generate feasible options


Make the decision


Implement and evaluate


Key points



Sharing decisions with others


Your role as leader


Task need


Team maintenance need


Individual needs


The three circles interact


The functions of leadership


Key points



Key problem-solving strategies


How problems differ from decisions


A unified model for decision making and problem solving


Asking the right questions


How to approach systems problems


Key points



How to generate ideas


Brainstorming


How to run a brainstorming session


Key points



Thinking outside the box


Towards a more creative approach


Look wider for solutions


How to use your Depth Mind



Developing your thinking skills


What is an effective practical thinker?


Check that you are in the right field


How to design your own learning strategy


Key points