Hats LJ2 M3

Black hat (the pessimism hat): This role focuses on the negatives, on the weaknesses, difficulties, problems and risks. This is essentially an ‘action’ hat. Although it points out the problems, its intent is to be cautious and work toward solutions.

Yellow hat (the optimism hat): This role focuses on the positives, on the strengths, the value and the benefits.

Red hat (the feelings hat): This role focuses on feelings, hunches, first impressions and later views. The person ‘wearing’ this hat can express their emotions and feelings.

White hat (the facts hat): This role focuses on just the facts, on those that are available or are required.

Green hat (the creativity hat): This role focuses on new concepts, perspectives, possibilities, alternatives and ideas.

Blue hat (the process hat): This role manages the process. It focuses on which hat is being worn, and which is required next.