There is no doubt that creativity is the most important human resource of all. Without creativity, there would be no progress, and we would be forever repeating the same patterns.
Edward De BonoRead
Complacency with our traditional judgement based thinking methods is not enough. Our existing thinking habits are excellent just as the rear wheel of a motor car is excellent but not enough. We need to put far more emphasis on creative and design thinking. Judgement and analysis are not enough.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Traditional thinking methods are not sufficient for innovation and problem-solving.
In this quote, Edward De Bono emphasizes that while traditional judgement-based thinking has its merits, it is not adequate in itself for overcoming contemporary challenges. He argues for the importance of creative and design thinking as essential components to complement our analytical skills in order to foster innovation and effective solutions.
Themes
ComplacencyThinkingInnovationCreativityJudgement
In practice
Example use cases
In a business meeting discussing innovation strategies.
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