six-thinking-hats

Guide structured analysis of business ideas using Edward de Bono's Six Thinking Hats.

18|Updated Feb 8, 2026
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Skill: six-thinking-hats
Source: https://github.com/goldengrape/skills/tree/main/business-idea-analyser/six-thinking-hats
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/goldengrape/skills --skill six-thinking-hats-goldengrape

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps overcome cognitive biases and blind spots by systematically analyzing business ideas or problems from six distinct perspectives, ensuring a comprehensive and well-rounded evaluation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Analysis: Guides users through Edward de Bono's Six Thinking Hats framework (Facts, Feelings, Risks, Benefits, Creativity, Process).
  • Comprehensive Reporting: Generates a strategic assessment report summarizing findings from each hat.
  • Use Case: A startup founder can use this Skill to rigorously evaluate a new product idea before investing significant resources, identifying potential pitfalls and opportunities from all angles.

Quick Start

Use the six-thinking-hats skill to analyze the business idea of a new eco-friendly subscription box.

Frequently Asked Questions about six-thinking-hats

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

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How do I evaluate a business idea from multiple perspectives?

To evaluate a business idea from multiple perspectives, you can use the Six Thinking Hats methodology to systematically analyze factual data, emotional responses, critical risks, optimistic benefits, and creative solutions, generating a comprehensive strategic report for informed decision-making.

What is the best way to structure strategic thinking for problem solving?

The best way to structure strategic thinking for problem solving involves guiding your analysis through distinct thinking modes like factual data, critical evaluation, and creative solutions to overcome cognitive biases and identify potential pitfalls and opportunities.

How does the Six Thinking Hats methodology work for business strategy analysis?

The Six Thinking Hats methodology works by directing your business strategy analysis through six distinct perspectives—facts, feelings, risks, benefits, creativity, and process—ensuring a well-rounded evaluation that mitigates cognitive blind spots and produces actionable findings.

Can I use this framework to identify risks and benefits before launching a product?

Yes, you can use this framework to identify risks and benefits before launching a product by systematically evaluating critical pitfalls and optimistic advantages, helping you rigorously assess new ideas before investing significant resources.

How do I generate a strategic assessment report for a new startup idea?

You generate a strategic assessment report for a new startup idea by applying a structured, multi-perspective analysis to the concept, which synthesizes findings from each thinking mode into a comprehensive report detailing action items and informed decision-making.

When do I need a structured analysis framework for decision making?

You need a structured analysis framework for decision making when you must overcome cognitive biases and blind spots, ensuring a rigorous evaluation of business problems from factual, emotional, critical, optimistic, and creative angles.