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
Teaching thinking for just five hours to unemployed youngsters increased employment 500 percent.
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What this quote means
Teaching critical thinking significantly boosts employment opportunities for young people.
This quote by Edward De Bono emphasizes the transformative power of education, particularly in teaching critical thinking skills to unemployed youth. By fostering an environment where young individuals can enhance their problem-solving abilities and cognitive skills, their employability can increase dramatically, illustrating the vital role that education plays in career success and economic growth.
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EducationEmploymentThinkingSkillsYouth
In practice
Example use cases
During a job fair, a speaker referenced this quote to highlight the importance of skills training.
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