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1) Master Problem Solving and Decision Making: How to use the power of creative thinking to solve problems and make inspired decisions by Steve Williamson (Oct 8, 2014), 113 pages, save $3.49
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Amazon's Description:
This book teaches you a systematic approach to problem solving that it based on Creative Problem Solving strategies.
The book contains three sections:
Section 1 looks at creative thinking which is the key skill required to solve problems effectively. What is creative thinking? How can it be developed? What blocks creativity?
Section 2 takes you step by step through a process that finds creative solutions for all areas of your business or personal life. This is called the Solved Method which is the practical application of creative thought.
Section 3 provides example scenarios that utilise the Solved Method.
Why you should read this book:
You are often faced with important decisions and choices in your personal or business life. The consequences of making wrong choices can be very negative. The tools and strategies that you will learn in this book will make problems easier to solve and you will make better decisions. The techniques taught in this book can be applied in your business as well as your personal life.
Often decision are based on emotions, assumptions and biases and this means that they are not always the best ones. We react to situations in impulsive ways rather than weigh up all the relevant factors . You need to logically work through all the issues in a situation and then come up with a creative solution.
This book will help you master problem solving so that you make better, wiser decisions, and easily find solutions to problems.
The Solved Method focusses your mind on a challenge. You then gather all the relevant information and challenges in order to find the best solution. This is followed by an action plan that implements the solution.
2) Smart Moves: Rewiring 24 Critical Management Challenges by Raja Thuraisingham and Antony Feeny (Nov 10, 2013),196 pages, save $9.99
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Amazon's Description:
Smart Moves takes a distinctive look at essential issues faced by today’s business managers. Avoiding jargon and mystique, it provides straightforward opinions and practical advice on how managers can handle everyday business and career challenges.
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Not sure if i should get it or not..