Chapter 4

Intuitive intelligence: the Sensor

The intuitive mind is a sacred gift and the rational mind is a faithful servant. We have created a society that honours the servant and has forgotten the gift

Albert Einstein
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Intuition… a black cat in a dark room?

For some people the importance of intuition is self-evident, indisputable – it is the source of breakthrough thinking, novelty and innovation. It is inexplicable but who cares? For others, intuition has no place in any sort of serious decision making – or business. Dreams, insights and eureka moments are fine for artists and composers but not in the world of management.

Intuition is somewhat ...

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