Define the Problem Better
Uncover hidden assumptions and reframe the question so it allows for more possibilities.
Creativity in Practice: From Idea to a Solution That Works
Practical Creativity Training
Creativity You Can Put into Practice
Creativity isn’t just about talent or major discoveries. Learn to ask better questions, explore different possibilities, and turn ideas into useful solutions.
StartYou may have plenty of ideas but be unsure which one to develop. Or criticism may stop you at the first suggestion. This course combines open-minded creative thinking with a logical assessment of your options.
Through examples from work, communication, and everyday life, you’ll explore new perspectives on problems, work with metaphors, build simple prototypes, and take part in constructive discussions. The goal is to develop a proposal that respects people’s needs and real-world constraints.
What You’ll Gain
A practical process that takes creativity from ideas to decisions and testing.
Explore Different Proposals
Learn to develop solutions based on different principles, not just minor variations.
Evaluate Critically
Separate idea generation from selection, and assess benefits, costs, and unintended consequences.
Collaborate with Confidence
Present your idea clearly, use feedback, and plan a safe test.
How You’ll Learn
Each topic combines a short explanation, a decision-making scenario, and a small experiment.
Explore – Evaluate – Test
- 01Explore
Identify the real problem and come up with several distinct possibilities.
- 02Evaluate
Apply criteria, understand the limits of metaphors, and check your assumptions.
- 03Test
Prepare a simple version of your proposal, listen to responses, and decide what to do next.
The Best Idea Isn’t Always the Loudest
Start with a problem that matters, try a different perspective, and safely test whether a solution is useful. You can build your creativity one small step at a time.