Problem Solving and Innovation
(20 people maximum)

In this two-day workshop, you will learn a specific model and method to solve problems more creatively and innovate more effectively. The time-tested model incorporates:

• Challenge Clarification: Clarify the challenge at hand; it is a critical first step to innovating and problem solving.
• Solution Generation: Generate many solutions or innovations and narrow them down after the challenge is identified.
• Divergent and Convergent Thinking: Use creative and analytical thinking processes throughout the process.
• Implementation: Implement solution(s) and create and action plan.

During this workshop, participants will get hands-on experience working with real challenges they face. They will also use a number of different tools to enable them to "break out of the box." At the conclusion of the workshop, they will have specific solutions and plans to implement them.

Course Syllabus

A problem well stated is half solved.

John Dewey