Learning Objectives

Defining What Is CreativityUnderstanding It’s ImportanceFinding Out What Killed The Cat and HowIdeas to Rekindle That Creative Spark

Defining Creativity

• There are three aspects to Creativity:– Thinking Out-of-the-box– Generating Solutions– Creating Value

Are You Creative?

• 1 in 4 people believe they are living up to their creative potential

What Killed The Cat?

• Social Conditioning– We’re told what “is the right thing” to do, how to

do it, why, and when to do it.– From the basic concept to the intricate details;

everything is handed over to us.– The society approves or disapproves.

What Killed The Cat?

• Linear Thinking2 + 2 = 4 : This is what we’re taught2 + 2 = Fish : This puts a creative spin on it

[but we’ll never know]22+ =

What Killed The Cat?

• Standardization– “If s/he can get an A grade, why can’t

you?”– “Medical Practitioners get the highest

paying jobs all over the world! You should become a doctor!”

– It won’t be long before they start saying, “Everyone can fit in a box, why can’t you?!”

What Killed The Cat?

• Standardization

What Killed The Cat?

• Standardization

Creativity Can Be Learned

• The good news is: Creativity can be learned.

• More than 73% of the most creative individuals believe creativity can be taught

Instilling Creativity: Idea # 1Be a Kid

– Talk to them – they haven’t been through social conditioning yet

– Play with them – they’ll help you uncover your inner child

– Observe them – you’ll end up babysitting if nothing else

Instilling Creativity: Idea # 2

Brainstorm Ideas– The best ones come

from group discussions– Have a social group from

diverse backgrounds – a fresh “unrelated” perspective may be just the thing you need

– Networking with people of your specialization also helps

Instilling Creativity: Idea # 3Connect with Nature– Take a walk on the

beach– Go for a jog in the

neighborhood– Visit your nearest park– Get a pet

– Take your eyes away from your glass screens to admire nature and all that it entails

Instilling Creativity: Idea # 4

Stay Curious

There are two simple rules:– Question everything– Question everyone

Instilling Creativity: Idea # 5Be A Little Foolish

– How about karaoke?– Some role playing?– Dressing up as a mascot?– Playing pranks on

someone?– Clicking stupid pictures?– Or doing things you’ve

never done before?

This will refresh your creative side

Instilling Creativity: Idea # 6

Take A Shower

When nothing else works, take a shower!

At least 19% of the creative breakthroughs occur in the shower

Thank you!• Research Credits:

– Fast Company– Adobe Study

• Image Credits:– Freedigitalphotos.net– Brainyquotes.com

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