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Creativity: From a Brainstorm to a Concrete Idea

Definition, Explanation

The definitions of the term creativity are diverse. It is indisputable that it concerns a creative process during which something new is created. Fewer brainstorms lead there; instead new things can be systematically created and planned using techniques of creativity like brainstorming and mindmapping.

Tips, Checklist

• Train your creativity by consciously gathering ideas and playing around with them
• Creativity is not only important in the arts but is needed everywhere where new paths, new solutions, new products, new processes are required. Without creativity, there is no innovation
• Use techniques of creativity – in a group is the best way – to develop new things
• Allow for "creative" periods by treating yourself to some peace and quiet. Many people develop their ideas while jogging, making music, within the circle of friends or while sleeping
• Do not put yourself under pressure. Many ideas need time and have to be worked hart for
• Acquaint yourself with the problem, gather information and regard it from different perspectives
• Create a "creative" environment. Creativity cannot come to being in everyday routine. Go away from everyday life on purpose
• Look for discussions and exchange with attentive talkers
• Listen to your gut instinct. It will let you know when you have a brainstorm and are also able to implement a "crazy" idea
• Enjoy the sense of pleasure, the heart throb, the feeling of being excited about your idea before you can start it implement it
• Do not let others try to talk you out of your idea. Listen closely to the "ifs and buts" and include them in your considerations but without being discouraged. Ignore sentences like "that will never work out" and regard them as killer phrases
• Work in a disciplined way and with staying power when implementing

Articles

• The Little But Really Useful Guide to Creativity; zenhabits, August 5, 2009
• 12Practical Ways To Become More Craetiv; FreelanceerFolder, May 20, 2009

Last update: 12/16/2009