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Nesta is an innovation foundation. For us, innovation means turning bold ideas into reality and changing lives for the better. We use our expertise, skills and funding in areas where there are big challenges facing society.

Six thinking hats

Thinking hats is a technique that allows a range of different viewpoints to be brought into a discussion while still keeping focused on the issue in hand.

It’s a technique that can be used to encourage people to look at a problem from a number of different perspectives, making what might be an overly complex issue a stimulating topic of conversation.

Key findings:

  • Helps you understand the different 'hats' people use when discussing ideas
  • Enables you to focus your discussion and make meetings shorter and more productive
  • A great way of working through opportunities systematically

This tool forms part of the Develop Your Skills training.