There is no doubt that creativity is the most important human resource of all. Without creativity, there would be no progress, and we would be forever repeating the same patterns. Edward de Bono, Maltese physician, author, inventor and consultant. He originated the term lateral thinking, wrote the book Six Thinking Hats and is a proponent of the deliberate teaching of thinking as a subject in schools.
When the ‘weaker’ of the two brains (right and left) is stimulated and encouraged to work in cooperation with the stronger side, the end result is a great increase in overall ability and … often five to ten times more effectiveness. Professor Robert Ornstein, chairman of the Institute for the Study of Human Knowledge, psychologist, researcher and writer.
Coaching Questions:
- When did I last look at things with a fresh eye and make some new connections?
- What can I do/read/watch/listen to to stimulate new thinking, new perspectives or new ideas?
- How can I become comfortable with the uncertainty and imbalances which are the primary source of creativity?
Have a great week being innovative!