E16: Creative Problem Solving

We discuss creative problem solving, creative problem solvers, and how to create a workplace environment that fosters creative approaches to solving problems. We talk about the following points:

1. Creative problem solving, design thinking, and the scientific method.
2. The need for a growth mindset.
3. The advantages of having a wide range of perspectives on a problem-solving team.
4. The effect that the physical space in which a person works can have on creativity.
5. What employers can do to grow creative problem solvers and creative problem-solving teams in their organizations.

This session is also available as a video cast on Mike’s YouTube channel.