L11 | CREATIVE THINKING AND PROBLEM-SOLVING | The meaning of creativity, advantages and ways in which a business can create an environment that stimulates creative thinking
Benefits of creative thinking in the workplace 1
Better/Unique/Unconventional ideas/solutions are generated.
Benefits of creative thinking in the workplace 3
Complex business problems may be solved.
The meaning of creativity 1
Creative thinking is the ability to think of original and innovative ideas.
Benefits of creative thinking in the workplace 7
Creativity may lead to new inventions which improve the general standard of living.
Ways in which a business can create an environment that stimulates/promotes creative thinking 1
Emphasise the importance of creative thinking to ensure that all staff know that management want to hear their ideas.
Ways in which a business can create an environment that stimulates/promotes creative thinking 6
Encourage alternative ways of working/doing things
Ways in which a business can create an environment that stimulates/promotes creative thinking 5
Encourage job swops within the organisation/studying how other businesses are doing things.
Ways in which a business can create an environment that stimulates/promotes creative thinking 2
Encourage staff to come up with new ideas/opinions/solutions.
Benefits of creative thinking in the workplace 5
Improves motivation amongst staff members.
The meaning of creativity 2
It focuses on exploring ideas / generating possibilities and looking for many answers
Ways in which a business can create an environment that stimulates/promotes creative thinking 3
Make time for brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas, e.g.
Benefits of creative thinking in the workplace 6
Management/employees may keep up with fast changing technology.
Benefits of creative thinking in the workplace 4
Managers/Employees have more confidence as they can live up to their full potential.
Benefits of creative thinking in the workplace 2
May give the business a competitive advantage if unusual/unique solutions/ ideas/strategies are implemented.
Ways in which a business can create an environment that stimulates/promotes creative thinking 4
Place suggestion boxes around the workplace and keep communication channels open for new ideas.