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Why death is the unlikely ally of creation
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 10/11/2016
» The email is titled "2017 Creative Mornings Themes" and opens with the question: "Interested in talking about one topic as a keynote speaker?" I go through the list of themes: mystery, moments, taboo, beyond, serendipity, survival, equality, genius, compassion, pioneer, death, and context. Instantly, I am attracted to "genius". After all, reconnecting with our inner genius is what Thinkergy's creative Genius Journey leadership method is all about.
Escaping the 'GIGO' principle of innovation
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 24/11/2016
» Last week I began planning a comprehensive innovation project with a client. This project is highly important for this multinational corporation, which is seeking new applications in new industries for a profitable product that is now locked into one industry and application niche.
Creative cultural change is like striving to live a healthier life
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 08/12/2016
» This week I attended the Ispim (International Society of Professional Innovation Management) Innovation Summit in Kuala Lumpur. Apart from presenting a paper and running a workshop, I also was asked to moderate a panel discussion on "Creating a Culture for Innovation". While preparing for the session, I noticed an interesting similarity: creating an innovation-friendly culture in an organisation is like striving to live a healthier life.
How to creatively plan for the new year
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 05/01/2017
» Happy New Year to you! If you're a proactive person like me, then the first week of 2017 is the time to creatively plan for the new year. How can you make 2017 a successful, joyful and happy one? Here are some do's and don'ts to consider.
Embracing creativity in the Year of the Rooster
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 02/02/2017
» Kung Hei Fat Choy, Happy Chinese New Year! Last Saturday marked the start of the Year of the Rooster, or to be more precise, the Red Fire Rooster. What creative inspirations can we draw from roosters, hens and young chickens to help us flourish in the coming 12 months?
Why so afraid? Human up! (Part 2)
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 16/02/2017
» Four weeks ago, in the first part of this article, I pointed out that we are all descendants of brave, action-oriented and creative primal humans who boldly acted, created and collaborated to rise to the pinnacle of the evolutionary pyramid.
The Yin of creativity: for happy, hard-working staff
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 02/03/2017
» 'How can we make our organisation more creative? And please, keep it simple," a client interested in creativity training for some Asian senior executives asked me.
Play 'The Dating Game' to find new growth
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 30/03/2017
» Discovering new meaning for an established product with a stagnant or negative revenue outlook is like re-entering the dating game. This metaphor underlies a new thinking tool called "The Dating Game" that I've created as an addition to our X-IDEA thinking toolbox.
How to put the right people into the right job
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 13/04/2017
» Wouldn't it be great if all your new recruits fit perfectly into the vacant positions you wanted them to fill? And if everyone on a team worked in a role that allowed them to let their talents shine and played on their strengths, while others compensated for any weaknesses?
Tracking the long-term impacts of innovation training
Business, Detlef Reis, Published on 27/04/2017
» What are the long-term impacts on learners who have taken training in structured innovation? What do they recall? What is the long-term effectiveness of systematic creativity training with regard to building up creative confidence? Did the learning journey inspire some to pursue careers?