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TOP TEN TIPS FOR CREATIVITY

Imagineer7

Michael’s newest book is Creative Thinkering (Putting your Imagination to Work) which demonstrates how to combine and synthesize totally dissimilar subjects into new and exciting original ideas. I had heard of a handful of the brainstorming exercises Michalko described, but most were totally new to me. The ultimate brainstorming guide.

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Management consultant stays ahead of the curve with innovative thinking

Harvard Professional Development

They also showed what it takes to help people implement and practice those four stages of thought for creative problem-solving. That framework—that way of thinking and asking questions—accounts for the human part of brainstorming and creative innovation. I began using these frameworks immediately.

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How to Build — and Improve — Company Culture

Harvard Professional Development

Michael McCarthy, instructor of The Art of Workplace Engagement: Creating a Positive Environment to Engage Employees at Harvard Division of Continuing Education Professional & Executive Development , defines company culture simply as “how things are done around here.” Focus on employee well-being and work-life balance to avoid burnout.