Welcome to the Creativity: Thinking Outside the Box workshop. Creativity allows individuals to view every aspect on earth, explore new paths, as well as find new discoveries that help to advance our consistently thriving world of business. Without creativity, we would only see what is visible to the eye. To evolve as a business, it is critical to look beyond what is visible and consider new ideas. When creativity is incorporated into daily workplace practices there is a strong increase in the opportunities for growth, engagement, and productivity.  Creativity and innovation will turn ideas and dreams into reality.

This course will provide you with informative tools and practical strategies that will help shape a creative workplace. Creativity plays a big role in building a positive work environment, one in which employees will feel confident in expressing their ideas. Be mindful that there is creativity in all of us. When this creativity emerges, powerful opportunities and advancements will happen.

Course Outline

INTRODUCTION
Course Objectives

MODULE 1
Breaking Down Creativity
Defining Creativity
Thinking Outside the Box
The Value of Creativity
Components of Creativity
Characteristics of the Creative Individual
Knowledge Check

MODULE 2
Creating Business Success
Growth Through Creativity
Staff Morale
Engagement and Productivity
Competition
Creative Problem Solving
Knowledge Check

MODULE 3
The Creative Process
Preparation
Incubation
Illumination
Evaluation
Verification
Knowledge Check

MODULE 4
Creativity vs. Innovation
Connecting the Two
The Innovative Leader
Innovative Projects
Experimentation
The Creativity Gap
Knowledge Check

MODULE 5
Fostering a Creative Workplace
Diversity
Effective Feedback
Choosing Flexibility
The Power of Positivity
Creativity and Collaboration
Knowledge Check

MODULE 6
Brainstorming
Connecting Creativity and Brainstorming
Successful Brainstorming
Visualize Your Goals
Stay Organized
Break It Up
Knowledge Check

MODULE 7
The Creative Team
Identifying Opportunities
Show Respect
Finding Creative Spaces
Listening
Goals and Values
Knowledge Check

MODULE 8
Creativity Myths
Inherited Trait
Creativity is for Artists
The Solo Creator
Breakthrough Moment
Financial Incentives
Knowledge Check

MODULE 9
Recognizing Obstacles
Afraid to Fail
Distractions
Stressors
Lack of Sleep
Time
Knowledge Check

MODULE 10
Finding Your Creative Mind
Identifying Your Strengths
Building Confidence With Creativity
Risk-Taking
Motivation
Be Mindful
Knowledge Check

ASSESMENT
Post Test