Creative thinking in the workplace is in demand. We live in a competitive society and creativity improves productivity, teamwork, and innovation. But how do we tap into our creativity when corporations and organization require or expect it?
This one-day course will teach participants the definition of creativity; dispel myths surrounding creativity; learn ways to develop creativity; recognize the importance of creativity in the workplace; examine what a creative workplace looks like; how to foster creativity in a workplace; and how to use various brainstorming techniques.
All Velsoft training materials are fully customizable. Each package comes complete with an instructor guide, student manual, PowerPoint slides, quick reference guide, and much more.
Session One: Course Overview
Course Overview
Learning Objectives
Pre-Assignment
Pre-Course Assessment
Session Two: What is Creativity?
Two Myths of Creativity
Ten Characteristics of Creative People
Self-Reflection Exercise
How Can You Develop Your Creativity?
Lateral Thinking Puzzle
Session Three: The Importance of Creativity in The Workplace
What Do CEOs Think?
30 Circles Challenge
Benefits of Creativity in the Workplace
Creative Companies
Session Four: Creative Corporate Cultures
Examples of Corporate Creativity
How Does My Business Compare and How Can It Improve?
Session Five: Fostering Creativity in Your Workplace
Fostering Creativity
Ideas to Help Employers Bolster Creativity
Creative Challenge
Creativity in the Workplace
Session Six: Brainstorming Techniques
Definition of Brainstorming
Visual Brainstorming Techniques
Idea Sorting Techniques
Creative Brainstorming Games and Exercises
Brainstorming Activity
Brainstorming Scenario
Personal Action Plan
Recommended Reading List
Post-Course Assessment
Pre- and Post-Course Assessment Answer Key
Pre-Course Assessment
Post-Course Assessment
Assignment Answer Key
Session Two: What is Creativity?
Session Three: The Importance of Creativity in the Workplace
Session Five: Fostering Creativity in Your Workplace
Session Six: Brainstorming Scenario