This creative thinking workshop is designed to teach participants the definitions and principles of strategic problem solving, the different ways people think creatively, and common techniques for generating ideas in a variety of different formats or settings. The workshop has two options depending upon the participants: one agenda focuses on people working within a corporate or organisation environment, and the second focuses on people working in agencies and other client-service consultancies.
Suggested Participants
People in supervisory positions are most suited for this program as they will be able to apply the creative thinking techniques within their team.
Learning Outcomes
The desired outcome of this workshop is improved creativity and enhanced problem-solving skills among participants and and their work groups or teams.
Specific Points of Emphasis
- Definitions of key aspects of creative problem-solving: strategic vs. creative thinking; linear vs. lateral thinking, open vs. closed thinking
- A simple overview of how the brain makes ideas, and what tools, elements and stimuli are needed to generate ideas
- Strategies to increase creativity within a team and individually (“solo creativity”)
- How to manage and facilitate a brainstorm
- Merchandising and packaging ideas to sell to supervisors or clients
Workshop Variations
Creativity is often a barometer of the health of an organisation, so it’s strongly recommended that this workshop build on the existing creative practices of the team. Also, to bring the principles and techniques to life in the workshop, it’s often helpful to have a real situation facing the team to bring the problem-solving principles and brainstorming techniques to life. The workshop is typically a half-day agenda, although it can be shortened to a two-hour module by editing the content accordingly. Finally, some teams have a natural “creative facilitator” among their members, so it’s also possible to adapt this workshop to incorporate this person as a co-facilitator, or to spend 1-on-1 time after the workshop to help them understand and apply the techniques.
Workshop Details
The maximum number of participants is usually 20-25 people. The minimum number is 6. Workbooks are provided as part of the training, providing workshop exercises and techniques. Depending upon the agenda and content, the workshop can be conducted as an all-day, half-day or two-hour event.
For More Information
Please contact me here if you’d like to get more information about a workshop, including an initial agenda or estimate, or discuss how the content or materials could be adapted to your organisation.
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