Most people in the workplace tend to be quite practical which, at times, can be somewhat unfortunate. Being practical is fine when you're implementing a solution, but not so cool when you are trying to come up with new and creative ideas. As found in
The Six Sigma Way (Pande, Nueman, and Cavanaugh, 2000), here are some of the basics of effective idea generation and ways to help you get the most out of your next brainstorming meeting:
Keys to Brainstorming Success- Clarify the objective of your brainstorming
- Listen to and build on the ideas of others
- Don't judge, criticize, or comment on ideas
- Avoid self-censorship
- Abandon assumptions and be wild
Let yourself go in the next brainstorming meeting; you may be surprised at what great ideas you create!
2 comments:
Avoiding self-censorship while brainstorming is extremely important - and can be a bit daunting. People can have a tendency to think their ideas may seem silly or passe, but need to realize all ideas are worthwhile when brainstorming.
I've been in sessions where I've mentioned an idea, and others have said they were thinking the same thing. Hopefully those people learn that it's OK to voice their suggestions.
Thanks for the post, Marc!
I agree, avoiding self-censorship is daunting.
Your example of other people "thinking the same thing" is spot on to this concept.
Regards
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