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Facilitated Group
Six Thinking Hats
Participants in a group discussion take on six distinct thinking roles one at a time to examine a decision or problem from multiple perspectives, switching roles to ensure all viewpoints are addressed.
When This Method Fits
Typical duration
Hours
Typical cost
Minimal – Low
Fidelity level
Talk Only
Stage
Discovery, Feasibility
Hypothesis type
Exploratory
Goal type
Find product-market fit, Deepen product-market fit, Maximize societal impact, Drive corporate innovation / R&D, Improve operational efficiency
Randomization
N/A
Study design
Cross-sectional multi-group study
Minimum units needed
3
1Best Fit When
Best when a group discussion risks getting stuck in one mode of thinking and needs deliberate structure to cover all angles.
Variant Of
- Wheel Of Multiple Perspectives: Uses six fixed thinking roles rather than stakeholder-based perspectives, unlike Entry 1.