Mindset Matrix of threat and opportunity
The mindset matrix is meant to be explored through your current mindset, and try to different approaches to break stuckness with your current problems.
Problem-solving when you do not know the root cause
In earlier posts, I shared some steps for identifying the problem using creative problem-solving through exploring the current condition selecting a type of problem, Problem-solving is systematic and organized into six stages: Identify the problem Select the type of problem Apply the analytical tools Define a specific problem Apply solutions tools Compile ideas and implement solutions Step … Continued
Innovation by understanding the current situation
In an earlier post, I shared some steps for identifying the problem using creative problem solving or the Leading Innovation process. I often use this systemic problem-solving process to fight the team and leaders’ desire to brainstorm. Brainstorming is usually carried out in a group situation, with each group member suggesting ideas in sequence without … Continued
Creative Problem Solving can innovation be patterned?
The need for Creative Problem Solving. Competitive demands require quicker, more effective, and innovative problem-solving. Problem solvers are expected to quickly provide solutions to increasingly complex problems and develop and design new innovative products and processes while reducing research and development time and costs. To solve creative problems that require creative “out-of-the-box” thinking, we have … Continued
Finding what works to amplify
Finding what works to amplify Often on Sunday, I am a little overwhelmed with the weekend, and the work week starts. While going through my plans I felt a bit stuck, do you ever think that way? Testing the SOLVED Cards process and enjoying the tangible feeling of coaching questions cards, I pulled these 6 … Continued
Solution Finding Stimulus Separate the Solution in Time
How might you separate the system (that contains the problem you want to solve) in time to allow it to be one way at one time and a different way at another time?
A problem that solves itself is no longer a problem
Changing perspectives and finding times when the solution has happened or might happen or can happen. Will point to the solution itself, making the problem irrelevant.
How to Think Differently to Drive Results–Creativity and Innovation Learning Series
Creating a connection between the community, your company and the people in the process is essential when trying to foster an environment for creativity & innovation. The Western New York region has a strong innovation background and many talented people who are poised to take your company and themselves to new levels of innovation success.
Solution Finding Stimulus Where are you? How do you Know?
On a scale of 0 – 10. With 0 being you have some idea what to do, and 10 being you know exactly what to do – where are you on this scale? How do you know?
Strategic Planning and Team Building University at Buffalo New York
The outcomes from our Strategic Planning Time:
Develop thematic goals for the next 5 years;
Team building with the staff and faculty;
Create a shared history on successes and what got us to where we are;
Co-create a shared future and action steps to get to future goals