by Paul Simister
on May 29, 2018
The full title of this book by Dan Ariely is
Predictably Irrational: The Hidden Forces that Shape Our Decisions
In my review posted on Amazon.co.uk, I gave the book Four Stars which means it is Good and Well Worth Reading.
Here is my book review.
A fascinating subject
The strange way our brains can be “tricked” into making certain decisions is a fascinating subject.
While behavioural economics is a new discipline, Dan Ariely is the popular guru, charismatic in interviews. [continue reading…]
by Paul Simister
on October 17, 2017
The full title of this book by H William Dettmer is
“The Logical Thinking Process: A Systems Approach to Complex Problem Solving“.
In my review at Amazon.co.uk, I rate the book at the FIVE Stars level, this means that I consider it to be excellent.
Here is what I posted.
A clear explanation of TOC Thinking Processes
On the one hand, the Theory of Constraints Thinking Processes can be powerful tools for investigating the current situation and identifying vital ways to improve the system in ways to meet the goal. On the other hand, they can be daunting to prepare and/or to understand because of the acronyms, unusual terminology and complexity of both the diagrams and their underlying rules. [continue reading…]
by Paul Simister
on October 1, 2016
The full title of this book by MIchael Kallett is
“Think Smarter: Critical Thinking to Improve Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Skills“.
In my review at Amazon.co.uk, I rated the book at the Five Stars level. I believe it is excellent.
A clear process for making better decisions
I was never really taught how to think at school. By that I mean that I’ve no memory of any teacher explaining a process of how to look at an issue or problem to find the best solution.
As soon as I started managing other people, it became very clear that other people had the same gap in their eduction or were too lazy to put it into action. So much happens without any questioning or things stop because people don’t know how to use their initiative. [continue reading…]
by Paul Simister
on May 13, 2015
The full title of this book by Kristal Guerra is
Critical Thinking: 14 Effective Ways to Become a Critical Thinker. Learn How to Ask and Answer Questions Systematically
In my review posted on Amazon.co.uk, I gave it Three Stars.
Here is my review.
Don’t believe what you read or you’re told
We are surrounded by marketing messages and blatant propaganda. It’s important to be able to challenge the “information” you receive in a logical way so that you can be better informed to the truth.
This is a useful guide to critical thinking without being definitive.
I found the style irritating with the constant mention of the critical thinker.
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by Paul Simister
on May 1, 2015
The full title of this book by Mike Gershon is
50 Quick and Easy Ways to Outstanding Critical Thinking at Work: Your Step-By-Step Guide to Success
In my review posted on Amazon.co.uk, I gave the book Two Stars.
Here is my review.
Disappointing
The author has written a series of Quick and Easy Ways books.
It’s clearly an appealing title but, the book I read, felt forced to fit into the formula. Each point is meant to be brief but of similar length so that means that sometimes you’ll be left wanting more, other times wondering why he wasted words (and your time).
Worst of all, I thought it was dull.
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