HBR Guide to Critical Thinking

<p><b>Tackle complex situations with critical thinking.</b></p><p>You're facing a problem at work. There are many ways you can approach the situation, but each comes with its own pros and cons. How do you sort through all the information so that you know you're taking the right path?</p><p>The answer is in how you think. The <b>HBR Guide to Critical Thinking</b> will help you navigate your most challenging issues, from difficult problems to tough decisions to complex scenarios. By carefully observing the situation, gathering information, inviting other perspectives, and analyzing what's in front of you, you can move forward with confidence while building this crucial leadership skill.</p><p>You'll learn how to:</p><ul><li>Question your assumptions</li><li>Keep an open mind to opposing viewpoints</li><li>Sidestep cognitive biases</li><li>Use data—when appropriate</li><li>Grow comfortable with ambiguity</li><li>Find innovative and creative solutions</li></ul><p></p><p>Arm yourself with the advice you need to succeed on the job, with the most trusted brand in business. Packed with how-to essentials from leading experts, the <b>HBR Guides</b> provide smart answers to your most pressing work challenges.</p> <p>A compilation guide that provides tips and advice for thinking critically about tough decisions, complex issues, and difficult situations. The guide will outline how to make observations, ask the right questions, analyze relevant information, manage emotions and bias, and keep an open mind while hearing other perspectives.</p><ul><li>Provides guidance for developing a key leadership skill at a practical, applicable level.</li><li>Goes through key areas of critical thinking, including observation, gathering information and relevant data, taking into account other perspectives and viewpoints, and putting it all together.</li><li>Helps readers identify where their own assumptions or biases may be holding them back in their own critical thinking.</li><li>Provides practical advice from a variety of experts, so readers can take into account multiple perspectives as they implement the best tips to work for them.</li></ul><p></p><p>Audience: Individuals, managers, leaders, and aspiring leaders. This book will be relevant to anyone who wants to increase their critical thinking skills, but it will be especially important for those looking to advance in their organization and become future leaders, or those already in decision-making positions.</p>