Thinking Techniques

In the pre-mortem the weaknesses of an idea are playfully pointed out in advance, so the team can sharpen the plan.

A great way to avoid unproductive brainstorm sessions is by using the 'Disney Method'.

A great way to tackle a tough challenge is by applying a random saying to your challenge. The more inapplicable it seems, the more powerful it tends to be.

A great way to force yourself to look at your challenge from a new perspective, is by making the situation worse… This strange exercise can lead to surprising insights you can use to generate [...]

The ‘False Rule’ is a useful technique that helps you generate creative ideas by forcing you to look for answers in unusual directions.

If you are looking for creative solutions, it's important to build on unusual ideas. Use this simple technique to make the people in your team more comfortable with outrageous thoughts.

The analogy is a simple thinking technique that helps you gain fresh insights by finding unexpected similarities.

Scaling your problem down to a bite-sized mini-challenge is a great way to get started on solving it...

"What if..." questions make us think and are often the starting point of original ideas.

There are many thinking techniques to help you generate the most creative ideas. But how do you choose the right technique for your particular challenge?