As a Hungarian growing up in Slovakia, my family used to watch both the Czechoslovak and Hungarian news every evening. After Czechoslovakia split, we watched all three.
The same event would be presented from three different perspectives.
Often through three completely contrasting narratives.
This was not only excellent for developing language skills but also taught me to always view the world through multiple lenses. This ability has proven invaluable throughout my leadership career.
The essence of perspective thinking is recognizing that there isn’t a single truth or solution.
When faced with a problem, we tend to default to familiar paths, relying on our own beliefs.
At Ipsilon Group (formerly Creative Dock Hungary), where we build companies together with our colleagues, we make a point of ensuring that project leaders don’t come from the industries the projects are focused on. This way, they don’t know “how things are done” or “what’s not possible.” They bring fresh perspectives to the table, unbound by preconceived notions.
The perspective we choose shapes our experiences and opportunities. It’s not just an intellectual exercise - it’s a practical tool for driving change. It helps us avoid getting stuck in our convictions and encourages us to consciously choose perspectives that move us forward.
When I face a challenge and see only one solution, I know I don’t yet understand the problem. If I did, far more options would become visible.
In these moments, I reframe the challenge and replay the other “news channels” in my mind.
Do you recall a time when you saw a problem in a completely new light?
When approaching it from a different perspective allowed you to solve it?
