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Andy Eklund

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Category: Creative Thinking and Innovation

Posts under Creative Thinking and Innovation is the largest group, covering a wide range of topics from creative processes, innovation, left brain vs right brain, divergent vs convergent thinking, and tips from creative self-help.

Refer to Analytical and Critical Thinking or Strategic Thinking for context and other ideas.

Refer to Brainstorming for posts specific to brainstorm meetings, including exercises, games and idea generation.

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    • in Brainstorming · Games & Exercises · Problem Solving
    • — 3 Jun, 2013

    New Point of View

    Here’s a simple and effective brainstorm technique entitled a “New Point of View.” Based on the principles of metaphors (using ideas from one area to solve problems in another), this[…]

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    • in Brainstorming · Creative Thinking and Innovation · Games & Exercises
    • — 19 May, 2013

    SCAMPER, Part 2

    For those of you who liked the SCAMPER brainstorm technique, here are more details, questions and synonyms for you to try.  As always, please let me know how you go with[…]

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    • in Brainstorming · Creative Thinking and Innovation · Games & Exercises · Questioning
    • — 15 May, 2013

    SCAMPER, Part 1

    SCAMPER is one of the simplest, most flexible and adaptable creative exercises for brainstorms.

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    • in Brainstorming · Games & Exercises
    • — 29 Apr, 2013

    Laddering

    Laddering is an effective tool to get inside the minds of the target audience, as well as a great springboard prior to brainstorms. Here’s the tool, instructions and a simplified example to get you started.

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    • in Brainstorming · Creative Thinking and Innovation · Negativity
    • — 5 Sep, 2012

    Don’t Be Your Own Worst Creative Enemy

    Negativity is the single biggest reason why brainstorms fail. And, the worst type of negativity is when it’s your own.

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    • in Brainstorming · Creative Thinking and Innovation · Design Thinking · Listening · Questioning
    • — 23 Aug, 2012

    Empathize With Your Audience

    You can read reports until your eyes water. But the best way to understand your target audience is to go out and meet them, face to face.

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