Can you think of any other Cultural factors that could prevent you from being less creative and innovative? Write them down!
Beyond The Boundaries
Action Tip…
Left Brainers: Once a week, try something you have never done before, really.
Right Brainers: Once a day, sit quietly and think calming thoughts for 15 minutes. I know. Force yourself.
Grab your pen and paper again!
Question: Are you more like a square or a circle? Write it down.
Now, tell me why? Think of all the reasons you could justify to anyone why you are more like one over the other.
I know all you sophisticates out there think all this sounds silly and you are tempted to skip it and keep reading… Don’t. These exercises really do train your brain to think differently. Stay with me on these.
“If you can’t solve a problem, it’s because you’re playing by the rules.”
–Paul Arden
Lon Safko
Serial Innovator, Keynote Speaker, Trainer, Innovative Thinking
Overcoming Barriers
What innovative projects have you worked on in the past where you had to deal with barriers in Environmental, Emotional, or Cultural barriers?
Think of one particular case.
How were you able to overcome those barriers?
Write a small short story explaining the barriers and how you overcame them!
“All Obstacles shall be overcome by commitment.”
-Da Vinci
Lon Safko
Serial Innovator, Keynote Speaker, Trainer, Innovative Thinking
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