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Assumption Busters: 7 Questions to Propel Your Team’s Strategic Thinking

Let's Grow Leaders

How to help your team challenge assumptions for better creativity and problem-solving In our Courageous Cultures research, 67% said their manager operates around the notion of “this is the way we’ve always done it.” How would our competitors approach this problem?

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Stagnation vs. Innovation

International Coach Academy

The idea that innovation stands as a positive perspective to stagnation applies equally well in the microcosm of human decision-making and problem-solving as it does in its consequential form at the macroeconomic level. When acting from a position of stagnation, problems can remain unresolved and dissatisfaction can result.

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Creativity from Constraints with Patricia Stokes

Scott Barry Kaufman

Today I’m delighted to speak with Patricia Stokes, an adjunct professor at Barnard College who studies problem solving and creativity/innovation. In this episode, we cover: – How Patricia went from art and advertising to creativity researcher. – The importance of constraints and variability for creativity.

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10 Strategies For A Creative Company Culture With Examples You Need To Know

Vantage Circle

Creativity is intelligence having fun. Albert Einstein Behind every successful company lies a secret ingredient: a creative company culture that fosters innovation and empowers its employees to think outside the box. Companies embracing and prioritizing creativity pave the way for continuous innovation.

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Problem Solving Skills That Managers Need To Have

Vantage Circle

But how well do we cope up with the everyday problems that we often face? Some people are naturally good at problem-solving. If you are not sure about it, then don’t worry; this article is about all the problem-solving skills you can acquire. What defines a problem-solving skill? Tony Robbins.

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Workplace Culture: How to Leverage Innovation No AI Bot Can Replace

Let's Grow Leaders

The secret to surviving and thriving in the automation revolution is in what computers can’t replace: human creativity, empathy, and critical thinking—especially in unpredictable environments. How often are your employees speaking up with creativity, empathy, and problem-solving? If you’re not sure, you’re not alone.

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Creative Problem Solving for Product Developers (Infographic)

Wrike

Creativity is more essential than ever for product developers to capture consumers’ attention, outpace the competition, and find ingenious solutions to customer needs. . Many people view creativity as a gift: either you have it, or you don’t. The 9-Step Process for Creative Problem Solving .