Purpose

In rapidly changing and complex business conditions, those organizations that are built to innovate will thrive. But the foundations for innovation remain shrouded in misconceptions for many executives and corporate leaders. Therefore, in this workshop we will explore the critical components of organizational creativity and innovation. Participants will understand how to deal with rapid change by learning to stimulate their organization to higher levels of innovation, finding and removing obstacles, and personally leading the charge. Participants will examine key elements of the innovative organization; overcome many of the myths and misconceptions about creativity; and learn effective strategies to unleash the potential creativity and innovation within themselves and their organizations.

Objectives
•		Develop increased urgency and understanding of the importance of innovation, creativity and group thinking skills. Learn a proven model for unleashing organizational innovation.
•		Identify action items to create a climate that nurtures creativity and innovation in teams and the greater organization.
•		Acquire tools and processes to uncover and break through restrictive paradigms and assumptions.
•		Identify ways to increase the number and quality of creative ideas you and your team produce.
•		Understand and develop insights into your own and others’ creative thinking style.
•		Learn how successful enterprises are applying these approaches for greater innovation success.

Methodology

The session is highly interactive with opportunities for participants to experience an action learning environment, in which they will apply learnings on the real-world opportunities, challenges or problems they face. In learning to use breakthrough-thinking tools, participants will work with partners, table and plenary groups and will share learnings and insights with all. The workshop leader will use exercises, ‘war stories’ and examples to produce an energetic, advanced, collaborative adult learning environment that accelerates participants’ skill acquisition and retention. It will be challenging, exciting and fun while focusing on improving individual and group performance.

Length

Full day.

Who Should Attend

Managers, Team Leaders, and those responsible for moving organizations to higher levels of performance.

For more information on this program please contact Kelly Petrock at 800-556-5222 or complete the online Information Request Form.