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Seven Styles of Questioning That Sharpen Critical Thinking Skills
When questioning to promote creative and critical thinking, it is important to use employees’ responses to guide subsequent questions within discussions and dialogues. Make sure to use predetermined...
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Seven Components of Critical Thinking
Critical thinking is a powerful process if understood and applied effectively. When developing critical thinking skills, it is important to understand more about the activity and process that comprises...
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The Need To Test Opinions Against the Facts
In addition to investigating new possibilities, effective leaders tend to possess an investigative mindset. Admiral Hyman Rickover (U.S. Navy) stated, “Sit down before the facts with an open mind. Be...
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“Dissent, Even Conflict, is Necessary, Indeed Desirable”
“One must create the ability in his staff to generate clear, forceful arguments for opposing viewpoints is well as for their own. Open discussions and disagreements must be encouraged, so that all...
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Correctly Framing Problems Pinpoints the Right Solution
Frames significantly impact the critical thinking process. This is because they tend to be built upon personal beliefs, values, and experiences, where individuals often construct unique frames that...
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Building Critical Thinking Skills to Enhance Employee Comprehension and...
Through self-inquiry based questioning, individuals develop questions that need to be answered and then research the answers to support their thinking and responses. Inquiry is not always a specific...
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Employing an Effective Feedback Process
For feedback to be useful and productive, coaching managers need to pay close attention to possible consequences that can occur once it has been provided. Constructive feedback tends to enhance...
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Four Concepts Define Key Leadership Responsibilities
A leader’s responsibilities are defined by a set of concepts and qualities that motivate people to “get on board” with his or her vision. In fact, there are four basic concepts that help leaders...
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Communication Must Be Personalized To Be Effective
Leaders must rely on communication to resolve issues that negatively impact the workplace environment and their leadership image. By using persuasion, consultation and empowerment, managers can...
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The Stronger the Personal Feelings, the Less Likely Any Agreement Will Occur
Leaders not only have to communicate their own thoughts, ideas, and messages clearly, but are often responsible for facilitating better communication between groups and individuals with divergent...
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