Creativity is the ability to look at a task or a problem in a new or different way, and using imagination to generate new ideas. Being creative will let you look at things from a different perspective. Creativity enables you to find interesting ways to approach tasks or solve complex problems.
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- 9 creative thinking techniques Learn different useful creative thinking techniques and how to use them. Free editable templates for brainstorming, storyboards, mind maps etc.
- When inspiration strikes: 12 effective brainstorming techniques Want to find new ways to generate ideas? This article will help you unpack different brainstorming techniques, learn the advantages and shortcomings of each, and select the best method for yourself and your team.
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LinkedIn Learning Videos - Creative Thinking
- Why creativity is essential and accessible Discover the insider techniques for unleashing creativity.
- Thinking creatively Discover the importance and power of creativity.
- Unique ways to generate creative ideas Creativity expert Denise Jacobs shows you how to assemble and turn on a system of approaches, habits, practices, and exercises to trigger inspiration when, where, and how you want it.
- Finding your creative side How do you challenge your own thinking and keep ideas in motion.
- Practical creativity for everyone Know more on the practical approach to enhance creative ability by using tools to come up with more and better ideas.
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- Problem solving Know how creatively can provide valuable tools to solve problems.
- Take a more creative approach to problem-solving Hear from the various presenters from all walks off life to share on the tools for creative thinking to problem solving.
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