Idea Champions

DECEMBER 23, 2019

We call it Ideation 2020 -- the simplest, most time-efficient way we can think of to help our clients get the kind of results they want from their in-house, ideation sessions. Idea Champions is one of the world's premiere facilitators and trainers of organizational brainstorming sessions. WHO ARE WE? Client testimonials.

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Idea Champions

JANUARY 24, 2020

We call it Ideation 2020 -- the simplest, most time-efficient way we can think of to help our clients get the kind of results they want from their in-house, ideation sessions. Idea Champions is one of the world's premiere facilitators and trainers of organizational brainstorming sessions. WHO ARE WE? Client testimonials.

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Idea Champions

JANUARY 26, 2020

We call it Ideation 2020 -- the simplest, most time-efficient way we can think of to help our clients get the kind of results they want from their in-house, ideation sessions. Idea Champions is one of the world's premiere facilitators and trainers of organizational brainstorming sessions. WHO ARE WE? Client testimonials.

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Qmarkets

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

It requires a deliberate approach, using structured techniques that not only generate fresh ideas but also solve complex problems and bring those ideas to life. These techniques offer a strategic pathway for enterprises to nurture creativity, boost collaboration, and drive meaningful change across the organization.

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Idea Champions

JANUARY 22, 2020

We call it Ideation 2020 -- the simplest, most time-efficient way we can think of to help our clients continue upgrading the quality and impact of their brainstorming sessions. Idea Champions is one of the world's premiere facilitators and trainers of organizational brainstorming sessions. Select a date for your first session.

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InnovationTraining.org

JULY 13, 2020

One of the biggest advantages of brainwriting exercises is their ability to include all participants in the brainstorming and ideation process. A simple Google spreadsheet could work, or you can choose a tool like Miro that offers many templates based around common ideation methods, including this one for brainwriting specifically.

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Idea Champions

DECEMBER 10, 2018

Which is why I just deleted the first four compelling, context-setting paragraphs to this blog post and will now simply cut to the chase: Your company's "ideation process" is either non-existent, seriously flawed, or a joke. The following ten "ideation process best practices" are clues for you. You're busy. You know it. No it doesn't.

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IdeaScale

MAY 28, 2019

They may also advise on innovation culture, ideation processes, and identification of new markets. Innovation consultants provide innovation leadership primarily by helping client companies pursue innovation goals. They can help client businesses construct strategies and business plans that realign goals around a culture of innovation.

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Idea Champions

APRIL 10, 2019

Which is why I just deleted the first four compelling, context-setting paragraphs of this blog post and will now cut to the chase: Your company's "ideation process" is either non-existent, seriously flawed, or not understood by the members of your team. Well, this phenomenon also applies to a company's ideation process. You're busy.

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Gregg Fraley

AUGUST 8, 2017

When I step into a room to facilitate an innovation, strategy, or idea generation session I always find a great deal of energy. Inexperience in: the kind of divergent thinking necessary to innovate, in specific meeting behaviors and facilitation skills, and in innovation process, approaches and frameworks. Get Training!

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Gregg Fraley

MARCH 17, 2021

The 30 minute weekly webinar features demonstrations of various facilitation tools for: strategy, challenge clarification, idea generation (aka brainstorming), problem framing, idea selection, innovation projects, and idea development, etc. Thinking Differently Takes Tools. The weekly sessions are FREE.

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Idea Champions

JUNE 30, 2016

Bottom line, if you want to increase the odds of developing BIG IDEAS that will turn into new products, new services, and better ways of doing business, you will need to plug the holes or, better yet, invest in a new hose. The countless ways in which your company's "ideation process" routinely springs leaks. What ARE the holes?

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Idea Champions

APRIL 13, 2024

Because we want to increase the odds of people actively participating in the creative thinking process. Yes, as long as the replacement team member has read the Insight & Ideation Report from session #1 and has a clear understanding of what has preceded session #2. Can we still use Free the Genie? Why only four?

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Idea Champions

APRIL 23, 2017

Bottom line, if you want to increase the odds of developing BIG IDEAS that will turn into new products, new services, and better ways of doing business, you will need to plug the holes or, better yet, invest in a new hose. The countless ways in which your company's "ideation process" routinely springs leaks. What ARE the holes?

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Gregg Fraley

OCTOBER 19, 2019

Creative Thinking Can Be Trained. Train Creativity First, Innovation Next . I’m also a bit weary of chasing or developing the latest, greatest, and most sophisticated tool for ideation. With creativity activated, facilitators like me help others innovate, using advanced frameworks and tools.

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Idea Champions

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Which is why I just deleted the first four compelling, context-setting paragraphs to this blog post and will now simply cut to the chase: Your company's "ideation process" is either non-existent, seriously flawed, or a joke. How would you frame the question you want your creative team noodling on this week? You're busy. You know it.

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Idea Champions

FEBRUARY 10, 2017

Bottom line, if you want to increase the odds of developing BIG IDEAS that will turn into new products, new services, and better ways of doing business, you will need to plug the holes or, better yet, invest in a new hose. The countless ways in which your company's "ideation process" routinely springs leaks. What ARE the holes?

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InnovationTraining.org

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Defer or suspend judgement – let the ideas flow . 4 Steps of Creative Problem Solving. Ideate: brainstorm and explore ideas. Develop: evaluate ideas and formulate solutions. Creative Problem Solving Techniques & Activities. Generate Many Ideas. There is Always Another Idea.

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Ecosystems4Innovating

JANUARY 23, 2024

It encourages creative thinking, interconnected strategies, and a resilient mindset, which is crucial for staying ahead in dynamic and volatile markets. The focus is on innovation, ideation and creativity as the primary goals, often within a specific industry or technology domain that combines to form these innovation ecosystems.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Promotes the use of creative thinking and experimentation to find novel solutions. Practical Exercises to Encourage Innovative Thinking To cultivate an innovative mindset, leadership development programs should incorporate practical exercises that challenge leaders to think outside the box.

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Rmukesh Gupta

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

Start by using humour (watch a funny, yet creative video). Idea Coach. Ideation and brainstorming is very serious business. One of the reason why brainstorms fail, is that there are no clear guidelines on who will be responsible for the ideas generated and how will we select the ideas that will move forward to the next steps.

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Gregg Fraley

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Self-expression is the faucet of creative thinking, and without creative thinking you won’t have much innovation. Cutting or belittling jokes are actually not humor at all, they’re a form of bullying — if you see that, you’re in trouble. Improv For Business — Serious Fun.

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Rmukesh Gupta

DECEMBER 14, 2017

This means, that nothing truly creative can come out of the brainstorm where ideas are judged right at the idea generation part of the discussion. . How can we ensure that everyone gets a chance to share their ideas? As I have indicated above, ideation is a two step process.

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hackerearth

OCTOBER 3, 2017

It is generally viewed as a process of creative ideation, which is a combination of creative ideas and sustainably profitable business models. As described by Sundar Pichai, CEO, Google, “Innovation is more of an idea than location.”. Innovation and Creativity Management. Idea generation.

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hackerearth

OCTOBER 3, 2017

It is generally viewed as a process of creative ideation, which is a combination of creative ideas and sustainably profitable business models. As described by Sundar Pichai, CEO, Google, “Innovation is more of an idea than location.”. Innovation and Creativity Management. Idea generation.

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InnovationManagement

JANUARY 3, 2022

Innovators present creatively disruptive traits, disrupt old ways, and inspire better ways to do things. You cannot wait for something to happen keep curious, always think profoundly, learn fresh knowledge, and acquire new capabilities. Being innovative is a growth mindset and a proactive attitude.

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Innovationship

MAY 30, 2018

9 BAD HABITS TO BREAK FOR BETTER IDEATION Time flies, seasons change, and before you know it, the annual barrage of articles trashing the validity of brainstorming is once again upon us. The bottom line is that many great ideas go unnoticed and undocumented when a skilled facilitator is not present.

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Gregg Fraley

JANUARY 30, 2019

The course includes extensive take home materials, including: a shell innovation cycle and innovation mandate documents, idea development templates, post-session coaching, and strategy and ideation session design consultation (after the course). Measuring creative thinking preferences. Challenge/Project identification.

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Idea Champions

APRIL 11, 2024

Since 1987, Idea Champions has been designing and facilitating a wide range of brainstorming sessions, creative thinking trainings, and innovation workshops for more than 130 organizations in 11 different countries. During that time, we have worked with just about every industry on planet earth and every kind of mindset.

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Qmarkets

JULY 18, 2024

This is where ideation tools come into play, acting as the chisel and hammer that shape raw thoughts into groundbreaking concepts. These tools and techniques are crafted to unlock creativity, allowing individuals and teams to seamlessly navigate the maze of idea generation, organization, and refinement.

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Qmarkets

OCTOBER 24, 2024

In this article, we will explore how CBTW leveraged Qmarkets’ Q-ideate software to support their innovation efforts in new solution development. We’ll look into why CBTW selected Q-ideate and how the platform has become an essential part of their toolkit, serving a dual purpose for knowledge management and idea management.

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eZassi

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Idea Management: The Strategic Competitive Edge for Transformative Innovation It is undeniable that innovation is likely the single-most impactful means of staying ahead of the competition. This is where idea management software and supporting business practices come into play.

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