For those of you who read this blog and my other writings know that I am strong advocate of learning, growth, development. Our mind goes squish without it. I have written on it many times.
Here’s a new suggestion for continuing further growth. Create an idea generation group. This is a great way to get engaged in creativity and innovation.
One way to begin is to have the group identify problems or issues. Then together you brainstorm for solutions. You can feel the creative juices flowing. What a great way to get innovation solutions.
In addition to problem solving, forming an idea generation group is a great tool for enhancing your network efforts. You can invite “new” colleagues, contacts, co-workers, to participate.
These groups work in the business environment as well as social settings. They work well with social networks. You don’t have to all be in a room together. A teleconference will work. (And with all the free teleconferencing services available, it does not cost anything but some time.)
But it is time well worth it. You develop your innovative skills. You will enhance your creativity. You have the opportunity to build on your network. You can have diverse experiences. And you never know, you might just come up with innovative, creative to problems you and other group members face.
So take the next step. Create an idea generation group at your place of employment. Create one on though Linked In. Create one within another group or association you belong to and solve a problem. The opportunities are endless.
An idea generation group — it’s in your hands!
