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THOMAS EDISON’S CREATIVE THINKING HABIT: ADAPTATION

Michael Michalko

One day he and I had a discussion about creative thinking and I brought up the principle of adaptation. He thought about how information is moved, and how banks move money around the world. Both information systems and banks, he discovered, put all points in a network and connect them through a central hub.

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Mastering the Art of Virtual Team Communication: Strategies for Success

Leapfrogging

Establish a virtual “idea bank” where team members can contribute suggestions at any time. Recognize and reward creative thinking to motivate others to contribute. Virtual whiteboard sessions, for example, can be an excellent way to gather thoughts and inspire innovation.

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100 Ways to Be More Creative on the Job

Michael Michalko

Turn a conference room into an upbeat “think tank” room. Block off time on your calendar for creative thinking. Use creative thinking techniques. Create an “idea piggy bank” and make deposits daily. Arrive earlier to the office than anyone else. Read odd books — having nothing to do with your work.

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THE QUESTION: Who Created "The Year of Living Creatively?"

Idea Champions

FREE THE GENIE BRAINSTORMING : Facilitated, online creative thinking sessions for individuals and small teams. THE BREAKTHROUGH CAFE : A creative thinking experience disguised as a cafe. JUMP START CREATIVITY : The first creative thinking training (aka "Get Out of the Box") AT&T ever offered to its workforce.

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Emerging Trends Impacting the Financial Sector in 2019

IdeaScale

Every time there’s a data breach, people rush to the bank, or its app, to change their passwords and security questions. A smart, flexible change management strategy that embraces open innovation and creative thinking will be what keeps any company on top. To learn more, request a demo !

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What Role Does Practicality Play in Innovation?

IdeaScale

In fact, if you think about it, innovations quite often make the practical aspects of life better. Banking from your phone is one example of innovation with practical results. Brainstorming and even daydreaming may play a role in innovation, but practicality is required to bring innovative ideas to life. ?.

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The 5 Worst Things You Can Do in an Ideation Session

Flying Fish Lab

If you’re thinking of possibilities, expanding your options, you won’t be able to “instantly” switch to thinking of the feasibility implications. So, make sure there is dedicated time to “creativethinking and dedicated time to “analytical” thinking. 4: Doing the same thing and expecting different results.