Creative Thinking Strategies for Leaders
1h 20mIntermediate2021-06-10
Authors

Genein Letford
America’s Creative Coach

Madecraft
Full-Service Learning Content Company
Course details
Creativity is a powerful skill that you can learn and develop. In this course, Genein Letford, a top creative thinker and strategist, shares strategies for creative thinking that you can utilize as a leader. Genein dispels the myths about creativity and shows you how you can use creative thinking strategies to build your self-awareness. She explains how to open your creative senses, leverage your curiosity, and unleash your imagination. Genein walks you through a series of powerful creative thinking exercises. Finally, she discusses how to apply creativity to business and build a more creative culture in your organization.
Skills covered
CreativityGraphic DesignLimited SeriesProfessional Development
Concepts
Introduction
- A critical skill for leaders
Understanding Creative Thinking
- Redefining creativity
- Dispelling myths about creativity
- Reconnecting your body
- Building self-awareness
Building Creativity
- Opening your creative senses
- Leveraging curiosity
- Unleashing your imagination
Creative Thinking Exercises
- Reframing reality
- Building perspective agility
- Connecting the unconnected
- Using metaphors
- Removing bias
Creativity for Businesses
- Asking powerful questions
- The SCAMPER method
- Divergent and convergent thinking
Building a Creative Culture
- Pro-creativity leadership
- Shifting voices
- Creative growth mindset
- Taking risks the right way
- Inclusion and innovation
- A safe place to create
Conclusion
- Make it your own