This intensive 1-day Creative Thinking course is designed to help participants unlock their creative potential, develop innovative solutions to problems, and foster a culture of creativity within their organizations. Through a series of interactive sessions, participants will learn various creative thinking techniques, understand the barriers to creativity, and apply practical tools to generate and evaluate creative ideas effectively.

OBJECTIVES

• Understand the fundamentals of creative thinking.

• Identify and overcome barriers to creativity.

• Learn and apply various creative thinking techniques.

• Foster an environment that encourages creativity and innovation.

• Develop strategies for implementing creative solutions in the workplace.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Enhanced ability to think creatively and generate innovative ideas.

• Improved problem-solving skills through creative thinking techniques.

• Increased confidence in applying creative thinking methods to real-world situations.

• Ability to foster and sustain a creative work environment.

• Practical knowledge of tools and techniques to implement creative solutions.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• Managers and team leaders looking to enhance their team’s creativity.

• Professionals in roles that require problem-solving and innovation.

• Entrepreneurs and business owners seeking to drive innovation.

• Anyone interested in developing their creative thinking skills.

Session 1: Introduction to Creative Thinking (9:00 AM - 10:00 AM)

• Welcome and course overview

• Importance of creative thinking in today’s world

• The difference between creative thinking and critical thinking

• Icebreaker activity: Creativity exercise

Session 2: Barriers to Creativity (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM)

• Common barriers to creative thinking

• Overcoming mental blocks and fixed mindsets

• Case studies of creativity in action

• Interactive activity: Identifying personal and organizational barriers

Break (11:00 AM - 11:15 AM)

Session 3: Techniques for Creative Thinking (11:15 AM - 12:30 PM)

• Brainstorming and mind mapping

• SCAMPER technique (Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to another use, Eliminate, Rearrange)

• Six Thinking Hats method by Edward de Bono

• Practical exercise: Applying techniques to a real-world problem

Lunch (12:30 PM - 1:30 PM)

Session 4: Creative Problem-Solving (1:30 PM - 3:00 PM)

• Steps in the creative problem-solving process

• Techniques for idea generation and evaluation

• Interactive group activity: Solving a complex problem using creative methods

• Discussion and debrief

Break (3:00 PM - 3:15 PM)

Session 5: Fostering a Creative Environment (3:15 PM - 4:30 PM)

• Creating a workplace culture that encourages creativity

• Leadership’s role in promoting creativity

• Tools and practices to maintain a creative environment

• Case study discussion: Companies known for their creativity and innovation

Session 6: Implementing Creative Solutions (4:30 PM - 5:30 PM)

• Turning creative ideas into actionable plans

• Overcoming resistance to change

• Strategies for successful implementation

• Practical exercise: Developing an action plan for a creative idea

Session 7: Wrap-Up and Q&A (5:30 PM - 6:00 PM)

• Recap of key concepts and techniques

• Open floor for questions and discussion

• Course feedback and evaluation

By the end of this course, participants will have a solid understanding of creative thinking processes and tools, ready to apply these techniques to enhance innovation and problem-solving in their professional and personal lives.