Thinking and Decision Making

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This paper explains that critical thinking and critical decision-making are partners in managing beneficially any business or organization; therefore, managers need the proper skills to make good sound decisions. The author explores logical thinking by looking at the deductive thinking process, which includes categorical, hypothetical and disjunctive syllogisms. The paper points out that a successful persuader usually has knowledge of the subject, is objective, follows ethical guidelines and can appeal to the other person's needs and values The author relates that persuasive thinking is a form of creative thinking, which takes quite a bit of involvement, ingenuity and thought. The paper describes the process of systematic thinking as (1) recognizing and investigating the problem, (2) devising multiple alternatives, (3) characterizing and instituting a selection criterion and (4) making a concluding verdict.

From the Paper:

"A good example of systematic thinking occurs when an employee is in need of a raise or promotion. The employee would first establish a plan. The employee would analyze his or her individual position within the company as well as analyze the situation. What does the employee need to do now to achieve the raise or promotion? What will their next step be in order to bring them closer to his or her raise or promotion? This allows the employee to think coherently by developing a timeline and acting accordingly."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Kirby, G. A., & Goodpaster, J. R. (2007). Thinking: An interdisciplinary approach to critical and creative thought (4th Ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education.
• Demeterio III, F.P.A. (2001) Logic, The Philosophy of Systematic Thinking and Argumentation, http://www.geocities.com/philodept/diwatao/logic.htm
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• Kirby, Goodpaster. (2007). Thinking: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Critical Creative Thought. Retrieved May 2, 2008, from University of Phoenix, Week Two, rEsource. Mgt 350 Critical Thinking: Strategies in Decision Making Web site.

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