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Learning Brainstorming

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Overview

Make your creative brainstorming sessions more effective and productive with these tips.

Syllabus

Introduction

Brainstorming basics

1. Overview of Brainstorming

Defining the purpose of brainstorming
Group ideation dynamics

2. The 13 Rules of Effective Brainstorming

An overview of the 13 rules of effective brainstorming
Rule 1: Have the right number of brainstormers
Rule 2: Don't fill the room with the same person
Rule 3: No pop quizzes
Rule 4: Value time
Rule 5: Input vs. output
Rule 6: Have something up your sleeve
Rule 7: Start the fire with a creative match
Rule 8: Bring in the play
Rule 9: Leave the judge at the door
Rule 10: Document the brainstorming process
Rule 11: Every team needs a coach
Rule 12: Capture residual ideas
Rule 13: Channel your inner backslapper

3. Brainstorming Techniques

Brainstorming techniques
Input exercises
Idea webs
Perspective changes
Small-group breakdowns
Story structures

Conclusion

Next steps

Taught by

Stefan Mumaw

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