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Seven Practices to Ensure Creative Brainstorming in a Virtual World

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The interpersonal dynamics and these tactile tools help make something magical happen in the brainstorming process. Many of us are used to generating our best ideas by tapping the creativity of a group of colleagues…in the same room with a whiteboard, flipchart, or sticky notes. How do we get the same result with a […].

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061: The Myths of Creativity: The Truth About How Innovative Leaders Generate Great Ideas | with David Burkus

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Jesse and David also answer a question from the Engaging Leader Community: Leslie asks: Last year, I read an article in New Yorker that agrees with your debunking of the brainstorming myth. What is your favorite process or tip that would replace standard brainstorming?

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081: 18 More Ways to Engage Your Target Audience

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Or pump up your brainstorming exercise by letting people vote on their favorite three ideas. Incorporating simple aspects of games (especially video games) can be very effective. For example, boost your quiz by keeping score and providing a leaderboard. Summarize in a short sentence or slogan. This doesn’t have to be cheesy.

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