Six Thinking Hats by Edward de Bono introduces a powerful technique for group discussion and individual thinking. The method involves six different "hats" representing six modes of thinking: white (facts), red (feelings), black (caution), yellow (benefits), green (creativity), and blue (process). This approach helps groups and individuals explore different perspectives systematically, enhancing problem-solving and decision-making processes.

Design sprints have revolutionised how companies can approach product development by placing emphasis on a focused and uninterrupted period of problem solving, rapid prototyping and user testing. As great as this sounds, dedicating an entire week to these tasks can be impractical for many companies, especially those with team members juggling multiple roles, and this is particularly relevant for young startups that are trying to scale on a tight budget.