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Cognitive thinking is the mental process humans use to absorb information, so that we can make informed decisions and complete tasks effectively.
In the workplace, all team members need to be able to listen effectively to information, perceive that information, and then use it to perform their duties successfully. Whether it’s employees giving their undivided attention and ideas during a meeting, communicating and collaborating with one another, finding creative solutions to a problem, or thinking on their feet, cognitive thinking skills are essential to a productive workplace.
If your team is lacking in cognitive thinking skills, job performance will suffer across the board.
It’s important to note that cognitive thinking isn’t critical thinking. People develop critical thinking skills over time along with logic, judgment, and experience. It’s an essential skill to have when making big decisions.
Cognitive thinking is more broad and encompasses all the mental processes involved in learning, deciphering, and comprehending information.
Diversity in cognitive thinking styles
Cognitive diversity refers to the variety of ideas, modes of thinking, perspectives, and problem-solving methods that people bring to the table.
Depending on a candidate or team member’s cultural background, upbringing, or educational history, they may have a very different method
