Creative Problem Solving

The number of new ideas your organization can produce is a metric for its ability to generate novel solutions to any given problem. This ideaflow is the most crucial business metric that you've never considered. Every business problem is an idea problem. How well you can solve those problems is how well you and your business can perform, navigate uncertainty, and develop innovations.

From Academy Award-winning producer Brian Grazer and acclaimed business journalist Charles Fishman comes a brilliantly entertaining peek into the weekly "curiosity conversations" that have inspired Grazer to create some of America's favorite and iconic movies and television shows - from 24 to A Beautiful Mind.

Iyengar provides essential tools to spark creative thinking and help us make our most meaningful choices. She draws from recent advances in neuro- and cognitive sciences to give listeners a set of practical steps for coming up with powerful new ideas. Think Bigger offers an innovative evidence-backed method for generating big ideas that Iyengar and her team of researchers developed and refined over the last decade.

Are you ready to delve into the world of roleplaying like never before? Look no further than The Art of Roleplaying, your ultimate guide to immersive storytelling. Explore the depths of crafting an engaging narrative with chapters dedicated to everything from non-player characters to plotline creation. Dive into worldbuilding with secrets to creating unique and evocative cultures. Discover the power of dramatic sound effects and atmospheric elements to keep your players invested like never before. This comprehensive guide is perfect for both novice and experienced roleplayers, with tips and...

Insights—like Darwin's understanding of the way evolution actually works, and Watson and Crick's breakthrough discoveries about the structure of DNA-can change the world. We also need insights into the everyday things that frustrate and confuse us so that we can more effectively solve problems and get things done. Yet we know very little about when, why, or how insights are formed—or what blocks them. In Seeing What Others Don't, renowned cognitive psychologist Gary Klein unravels the mystery.

In Whale Done!, Ken Blanchard shows how positive reinforcement and redirection can help increase productivity. These techniques are remarkably easy to master and can be applied equally well at home, allowing listeners to become better parents and more committed spouses and have happier personal lives.

What is genius? The word evokes iconic figures like Einstein, Beethoven, Picasso, and Steve Jobs, whose cultural contributions have irreversibly shaped society. Yet Beethoven could not multiply. Picasso couldn’t pass a fourth grade math test. And Jobs left high school with a 2.65 GPA. The Hidden Habits of Genius explores the meaning of this contested term, and the unexpected motivations of those we have dubbed "genius" throughout history, from Charles Darwin and Marie Curie to Leonardo Da Vinci and Andy Warhol to Toni Morrison and Elon Musk.

In The Book of Beautiful Questions, Berger shares illuminating stories and compelling research on the power of inquiry. Drawn from the insights and expertise of psychologists, innovators, effective leaders and some of the world's foremost creative thinkers, he presents the essential questions readers need to make the best choices when it truly counts, with a particular focus in four key areas: decision-making, creativity, leadership and relationships.

It isn't enough to just do your job anymore. In order to thrive in today's marketplace, all of us, regardless of our role, have to be ready to generate brilliant ideas on demand. Business creativity expert Todd Henry explains how to establish effective practices that unleash your creative potential. Born out of his consultancy and his popular podcast, Henry has created a practical method for discovering your personal creative rhythm.

Algunas investigaciones muestran que la relación directa entre las ideas y la rentabilidad, habilidades de pensamiento creativo son vitales para un progreso profesional. Como uno de los primeros expertos en éxito, Brian Tracy sabe que la creatividad puede ser desarrollada con práctica y algunas herramientas útiles. Este libro conciso revela 21 técnicas que los lectores pueden usar para comenzar inmediatamente a generar una lluvia de ideas productivas.

Authored by renowned leadership, Agile, and project management trainer and coach Phill Akinwale, PMP, this book serves as a seminal guide to mastering the DIGCIV model—a comprehensive framework for decision-making in the modern digital landscape. DIGCIV: A Model for Problem Solving, Critical Thinking & Creativity is an indispensable resource for anyone looking to refine their decision-making processes in a world dominated by information overload.

Looking to take your creativity to the next level? Want to create truly innovative solutions? Look no further than Innovating with Empathy, the latest release from design thinking expert Barrett Williams. This comprehensive guide takes you through the entire design thinking process, from historical context to future predictions, with detailed chapters on each of the five key steps - Empathizing with Users, Defining the Problem, Brainstorming Solutions, Prototyping, and Testing and Feedback. With practical examples and real-life case studies, you'll learn how to apply this powerful framework...

Lawyers. Accountants. Software Engineers. That what Mom and Dad encouraged us to become. They were wrong. Gone is the age of "left-brain" dominance. The future belongs to a different kind of person with a different kind of mind: designers, inventors, teachers, storytellers - creative and emphatic "right-brain" thinkers whose abilities mark the fault line between who gets ahead and who doesn't.

"Unleashing Creativity" is a must-read eBook for all problem-solvers and innovators who believe in the power of creativity. Our book flows like a stimulating conversation that immerses you, page after page, as it taps into the essence and elixir that creativity provides. Dive into the world of creativity with Chapter 1, as it tables the importance and unique role of creativity in the workplace. This chapter serves as a robust foundation for the understanding and harnessing of creativity for innovation and problem-solving. In Chapter 2, creativity is demystified. Gain an in-depth ...

Discover the transformative power of a growth mindset with "Master the Art of Growth Mindset." This insightful book offers a roadmap to developing a mindset that believes in the potential for growth and improvement through effort, learning, and perseverance. By embracing the principles outlined in this book, you'll not only view challenges and setbacks as opportunities for growth, but also as chances to demonstrate your resilience and problem-solving skills. This shift in perspective will empower you, making you more confident and capable in both personal and professional settings. The book...

Think creatively like a human. Analyze and solve problems efficiently like a computer. Our everyday lives are filled with inefficient and ineffective decisions and solutions. Being overwhelmed by the magnitude of our problems makes it hard to think clearly. We procrastinate and overthink. Our thoughts are tainted with biases. If only there was a way to simplify our decision-making and problem-solving process and get satisfying, consistent results! The good news is, there is! Apply computer algorithms to your everyday problems.

In an audiobook that challenges everything you thought you knew, W. Chan Kim and Renee Mauborgne assert that tomorrow's leading companies will succeed, not by battling their rivals for market share in the bloody "red ocean" of a shrinking profit pool, but by creating "blue oceans" of untapped new market spaces ripe for growth.

IDEO, the widely admired, award-winning design and development firm that brought the world the Apple mouse, Polaroid's I-Zone instant camera, the Palm V, and hundreds of other cutting-edge products and services, reveals its secrets for fostering a culture and process of continuous innovation.

Equip Your Child with Essential Time Management Skills for Life, Even If You’re Just Starting Out! Are you constantly battling chaotic schedules, wondering how to teach your child to prioritize tasks without stress? Do you find it challenging to instill self-discipline in your child's daily routine? Are you searching for engaging ways to make time management fun and effective for your child? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you’re not alone. Many parents face these same challenges, but with the right approach, you can transform your child's time management skills and...

Are you a successful leader or aspiring to be one? Do you dream of climbing the corporate ladder faster than others? Would you like to know what truly separates highly productive individuals who consistently achieve excellence from the rest? If you answered yes to these questions, this book is your blueprint to unlock your full potential. Productivity is not merely a skill but an art; a fine balance of time, energy, and focus that leads to meaningful outcomes. But what if the secret to success lies in mastering a set of traits that transcend industries, ambitions, and even people? This ...