International Coach Academy

JUNE 25, 2023

Personal growth has a direct effect on many areas of one’s life, including one’s career. The opportunity allows for creative thinking, a sense of adventure, resourcefulness, collaboration, and connection with others. From that discomfort comes the ability to look at things differently, to see things from a different perspective.

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Utilities Leadership Creative Thinking Creativity 208

Vantage Circle

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Instead of just recognizing a successful product launch, you’d also want to celebrate the team’s creative thinking or problem-solving method that led to the outcome. For example, let’s say your organizations values innovation.

Performance 89

Performance Motivation Accomplishment Creativity 89

Eat Your Career

MARCH 4, 2019

And as a result, these admins don’t create meaningful careers for themselves. But, if you’re an administrative professional who wants meaningful work and a meaningful career, you have more power than you might think. All it takes is a little creative thinking and a willingness to put yourself “out there.”

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Training Program Brainstorming Career Creative Thinking 89

International Coach Academy

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Why can’t things go well for her; failed marriage, troublesome parenting, difficult job, always trying to prove herself in her career? Positivity will fuel energy for creative thinking and problem-solving. Other people had things so much easier, and life seemed to go so well for others. Sandi was stuck in the Obstacle course.

Problem Solving 208

Problem Solving Government Creative Thinking IT 208

Harvard Professional Development

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Program: Creative Thinking: Innovation Solutions to Complex Challenges (on campus). The Harvard PDP Creative Thinking provided me with the skills and confidence to more effectively foster a creative climate, harness individual and team ability for breakthrough thinking, and craft my own innovative ideas and solutions.

Creativity 52

Creativity Creative Thinking Pharmaceutical Divergent Thinking 52

Lateral Action

DECEMBER 14, 2021

The post Video: Forget the Career Ladder – Start Creating Assets appeared first on Mark McGuinness | Creative Coach. I know things may be very different for you, depending on where you are in the world. But whatever the circumstances, I hope you are finding your […]. Comments In reply to Lia Cherian.

Career 52

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Career Advancement

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Trevor wanted his people to be pillars of innovation and creativity. “I didn’t fail 1,000 times. The light bulb was an invention with 1,000 steps.” ” ~Thomas Edison~. When he came to me for coaching around innovation, he mentioned how fearful his team was in taking risks and possibly touching failure.

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Creativity Finance Development Leadership 252

Harvard Professional Development

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Anne Manning and Susan Robertson teach Creative Thinking: Innovative Solutions to Complex Challenges at Harvard Division of Continuing Education Professional & Executive Development. The course focuses on the creative thinking skills needed to solve complex problems and design innovative solutions.

Problem Solving 52

Problem Solving Creative Thinking Solution Creativity 52

Lateral Action

JULY 14, 2022

The post Eat that Frog (But Eat the Cake as Well) appeared first on Mark McGuinness | Creative Coach. Related Stories Video: Forget the Career Ladder – Start Creating Assets Avoiding the Advice Trap with Michael Bungay Stanier Every Creative Project Is a Revolving Door.

Creative Project 98

Creative Project Creativity Career IT 98

Vantage Circle

DECEMBER 11, 2024

These activities can be the ultimate test of teamwork, requiring problem-solving, communication, and creative thinking – all while having a blast together. Professional Development and Growth Did you know, 94% of tech employees say they would stay longer at a company that invests in their career development.

Problem Solving 98

Problem Solving Engineering Company Culture Motivation 98

Harvard Professional Development

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Innovation involves risk-taking, and taking big risks may or may not pay off for one’s career and company. Encourage experimentation and ideation Innovation is a process that involves idea generation and creativity, as well as the time and space to let those two actions lead to new and novel solutions.

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Brainstorming Design Thinking Solution Strategy 52

Harvard Professional Development

MAY 25, 2022

We asked several participants from recent Professional Development Programs to share why they chose to pursue professional development, what key takeaways they learned, and how they have used those takeaways to promote the success of their teams and advance their careers. Here’s what they had to say. Stacie Calder. Mary Wells.

Professional development 52

Professional development Development Strategic Planning Design Thinking 52

Mind Mapping Software

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

16 brainstorming templates that will rock your thinking These remarkable creative thinking tools are now ready to share with you. They include: Creative prompts and thinking exercises that are guaranteed to kick-start your thinking in fresh, creative directions. They’re finally DONE!

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Brainstorming Creativity Mind Mapping Solution 73

Harvard Professional Development

MAY 11, 2022

Programs: Design Thinking: Creating Better Customer Experiences (in person) ; Advanced Business Strategy: Gaining a Competitive Edge (online) ; Creative Thinking: Innovative Solutions to Complex Challenges (online). Design Thinking and Creative Thinking are very much mindset programs with tools and applications.

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Consulting Management Management Design Thinking 52

Eat Your Career

MARCH 18, 2024

This kind of creative thinking isn’t limited to a select few; it’s woven into the fabric of the team itself. The post The Balanced Teammate: Leading & Following with Grace appeared first on Eat Your Career. Lastly, balanced teams are hotbeds for innovation.

Leadership 59

Leadership Creative Thinking Creativity Solution 59

CoCaptain

AUGUST 1, 2021

Executive coaching focuses on helping individuals in any leadership role within organizations—big and small—who want to expand their leadership potential and acquire the leadership skills necessary to grow their business and/or careers. Thinking Of Hiring an Executive Coach for Yourself?

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Executive Coach Executive Coaching Leadership Motivation 83

Faster Ideas

JANUARY 30, 2022

Jed's career journey and initial impressions of the industry. We showcase creative people from all kinds of industries on Creatives on Speed. From DJs, artists and advertising creatives, to scientists, hairdressers and teachers - each talking about how creative thinking features in their work.

Creativity 52

Creativity Creative Thinking Career Development 52

Vantage Circle

JULY 8, 2019

If employees don’t see a fast-rising graph in their career path, they lose interest at work and productivity falls. Career Development. Career development is one of the most crucial factors for employees when they consider a job. Inspire creative thinking: Innovative thinking is a key trait of a good leader.

IT 73

IT Creative Thinking Accounting Career Development 73

Lateral Action

AUGUST 20, 2009

This faulty thinking probably infects Hollywood more than any other business. As Mark so aptly points out, creative thinking is not enough. creativity + productivity = success. We were lucky enough to join the revolution, take advantage of new workflows, and launch our careers. What's that mean?

Entertainment 52

Entertainment Creativity Creative Thinking Creative Potential 52

Mind Mapping Software

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

16 brainstorming templates that will rock your thinking These remarkable creative thinking tools are now ready to share with you. They include: Creative prompts and thinking exercises that are guaranteed to kick-start your thinking in fresh, creative directions. They’re finally DONE!

Brainstorming 52

Brainstorming Creativity Mind Mapping Creative Problem Solving 52

Lateral Action

SEPTEMBER 28, 2009

For one thing, it's odd that so many of these authors equate creativity with creative thinking - as if the hard work of actually creating stuff didn't count as creativity. It's even stranger that they limit creative thinking to idea generation. But then, I'm usually suspicious of common sense.

Critical Thinking 52

Critical Thinking Creativity Brainstorming Creative Process 52

Lateral Action

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Back in 2016 I outlined a fundamental strategy for your career as a 21st century creative professional: forget the career ladder, start creating assets. The argument I made, and that I make week-in-week out in my work as a creative coach, was that there’s no career ladder for people like you and me – no […].

Creativity 52

Creativity Career Strategy Creative Thinking 52

Crestcom

JUNE 8, 2023

To be an effective tool for guiding decisions and actions throughout your career, it will require some contemplation. Or: To drive innovation and change by encouraging creative thinking, embracing new ideas and promoting continuous learning and adaptation. It should not be a simple, pithy statement crafted quickly.

Leadership 52

Leadership Development Continual Learning Creative Thinking 52

MindManager

JUNE 8, 2022

From entry-level workers to seasoned career professionals, everyone benefits from strengthening their abilities, learning new skills, and becoming more effective in their role. Promote career development. As employees expand their skills and advance their careers, they are better positioned to achieve business-related objectives.

Development 58

Development Mind Mapping Milestones Certification 58

Lateral Action

JANUARY 14, 2009

Now I'm going to look at the evidence of Darwin's early career, including the famous voyage of the Beagle , as it appeared to me when I visited the Darwin Big Idea exhibition. I'll explain why I find Darwin's own explanation of his creativity more convincing than that given by de Bono. Natural Curiosity. A Fantastic Voyage.

Creativity 52

Creativity Education Medical Creative Thinking 52

She Owns Success

JANUARY 23, 2023

Problem-solving skills require creative thinking. Problem-solving abilities are valuable in nearly any career. It’s no secret that having great teamwork skills can boost your career. Arno is an expert at dissecting job descriptions and marketing his clients to ensure they get where they want to be in their Careers.

Engineering 52

Engineering Problem Solving Recruitment Management 52

Harvard Professional Development

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Advance Your Career with an Executive Recruiter Some professionals climb the corporate ladder to the executive level by being promoted from within an organization. They understand the value of helping others advance their careers and spend time sharing their leadership knowledge.

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Recruitment Motivation Certification Leadership 52

Lateral Action

SEPTEMBER 18, 2008

As Lou is finding out to his cost, the steady job and predictable career path are now historical relics. The only real security lies in taking an entrepreneurial approach to our own careers, by taking responsibility for developing our skills, building our network and reputation, and creating opportunities for ourselves. Over to You.

Creativity 52

Creativity Retail Networking Career Path 52

Lateral Action

AUGUST 17, 2010

I’m pleased to announce the launch of a major new Lateral Action course: The Creative Pathfinder – Your Guide to Success as a Creative Professional. It’s designed to equip you with the creative and professional skills you need to succeed in your chosen career path – whether you’re […].

Creativity 52

Creativity Career Path Career IT 52

CoCaptain

JULY 16, 2021

Boost Your Motivation An executive coach will act as your personal sounding board and #1 supporter; this makes them the perfect partner to encouraging creative thinking, strategizing game plans, overcoming obstacles, and charting the course for your personal and professional future.

Executive Coach 83

Executive Coach Executive Coaching Leadership Certification 83

Lateral Action

AUGUST 10, 2022

The post Work on Multifaceted Projects appeared first on Mark McGuinness | Creative Coach. Related Stories Video: Forget the Career Ladder – Start Creating Assets Focus on Projects, Not Tasks Rebooting Global Filming with Hometeam.

Creativity 52

Creativity Career Creative Thinking 52

CoCaptain

JULY 3, 2021

Executive coaches specialize in helping individuals who want to expand their leadership potential and acquire the leadership skills necessary to grow their business and/or careers. Executive coaches create effective leaders from all positions, industries, pay-grades, and backgrounds. What Clients Benefit From Executive Coaching?

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Executive Coach Executive Coaching Business Coaching Business Coach 83

Lateral Action

AUGUST 5, 2020

The post The Art of Overhearing Yourself appeared first on Mark McGuinness | Creative Coach. Related Stories Every Creative Project Is a Revolving Door Video: Forget the Career Ladder – Start Creating Assets My new podcast (and why it’s the opposite of The 21st Century Creative).

Creative Project 52

Creative Project Creativity Career IT 52

Lateral Action

JANUARY 18, 2024

Have you ever had the experience of getting tantalisingly close to a big opportunity in your creative career – but not quite making it? Maybe it was a pitch, or a competition, a publishing opportunity, a senior role, or a funding application. Maybe you got really positive feedback.

Creativity 52

Creativity Career IT Creative Thinking 52

She Owns Success

MARCH 6, 2023

Here are 15 science-backed ways to increase your creativity 1. Get enough sleep While many people struggle to get enough sleep, the benefits of sleep are numerous, and research shows that getting enough sleep can improve your creativity. Take a walk Research has shown that walking can improve creative thinking and problem-solving.

Creativity 52

Creativity Problem Solving IT Creative Problem Solving 52

Lateral Action

AUGUST 26, 2020

The post Ideas Are Leprechauns appeared first on Mark McGuinness | Creative Coach. by carolina marquez-sterling Related Stories Video: Forget the Career Ladder – Start Creating Assets My new podcast (and why it’s the opposite of The 21st Century Creative) Avoiding the Advice Trap with Michael Bungay Stanier.

Creativity 52

Creativity Career IT Creative Thinking 52

Lateral Action

AUGUST 12, 2020

by Mineke Related Stories Video: Forget the Career Ladder – Start Creating Assets Avoiding the Advice Trap with Michael Bungay Stanier Every Creative Project Is a Revolving Door. Comments In reply to Mineke. The gap actually spurs us on –. by Mark McGuinness Mind the gap! In my experience, there is always a gap between.

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