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“Some people are aware of another sort of thinking which... leads to those simple ideas that are obvious only after they have been thought of... the term 'lateral thinking' has been coined to describe this orther sort of thinking; 'vertical thinking' is used to denote the conventional logical process.”

Quote by Edward de Bono

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Edward de Bono is a renowned physician and expert in thinking skills. Born in May 1933, he is known for his contributions to the fields of creative thinking and problem-solving. Dr. de Bono has a deep background in both medicine and psychology, and his work has had a profound impact on the fields of education and business. more

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