six-hats

Analyze decisions from six perspectives: process, data, risks, opportunities, creativity, and intuition.

20|15|Updated May 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/iamasters-academy/iamasters-os --skill six-hats-iamasters-academy
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Skill: six-hats
Source: https://github.com/iamasters-academy/iamasters-os/tree/main/.claude/skills/_meta/_archived/six-hats-2026-05-20
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/iamasters-academy/iamasters-os --skill six-hats-iamasters-academy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users analyze decisions, problems, or strategies from six different perspectives, minimizing biases and uncovering hidden angles.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • 6 Perspectives Analysis: Breaks down a decision or problem into six distinct viewpoints: process, data, risks, opportunities, creativity, and intuition.
  • Decision Support: Provides a structured analysis that supports decision-making by considering various angles.
  • Use Case: Ideal for complex decisions where multiple factors need to be considered, such as launching a product, closing a contract, or hiring a team.

Quick Start

Use the six-hats skill to analyze the decision of whether to launch a new product now or wait until Q4.

Frequently Asked Questions about six-hats

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I analyze a complex decision from multiple perspectives to minimize bias?

Multi-perspective decision analysis applies the 6 Hats method to break down problems into six distinct viewpoints: process, data, risks, opportunities, creativity, and intuition. This structured approach minimizes biases and uncovers hidden angles.

When do I need multi-perspective analysis for problem-solving?

Multi-perspective analysis is needed for complex decision-making scenarios where multiple factors must be considered, such as launching a product, closing a contract, or hiring a team. It helps evaluate various angles before committing.

How to apply the 6 hats method to evaluate launching a product?

Applying the 6 hats method to product launches requires inputting the decision problem. It then structurally analyzes the scenario by separately evaluating process, data, risks, opportunities, creativity, and intuition to provide actionable recommendations.

Can I use this 6 hats decision analysis for hiring a team?

Yes, 6 hats decision analysis is ideal for complex hiring scenarios. It breaks down the decision into six distinct viewpoints to ensure you consider various factors, minimizing biases and uncovering hidden angles during the hiring process.

What is the best way to uncover hidden risks in a business strategy?

The best way to uncover hidden risks in business strategy is using multi-perspective analysis. By systematically separating viewpoints like risks, data, and opportunities, it exposes blind spots and provides structured analysis with recommendations.

Are there limitations to using multi-perspective analysis for simple decisions?

Multi-perspective analysis is designed for complex decisions involving multiple factors. For simple decisions, applying six distinct viewpoints may introduce unnecessary overhead, making the process less efficient than direct evaluation.