Effective Techniques for Creative Brainstorming at Work

The video tutorial discusses effective brainstorming techniques, emphasizing the importance of generating ideas without judgment and allowing creativity to flow. It suggests a 30-minute session as ideal and highlights the 'yes, and' technique to build on ideas. Fun activities can enhance the process, and online brainstorming requires special considerations to balance extrovert and introvert participation.

What is the primary focus during the initial stage of a brainstorming session?

• Generating a large number of ideas

• Critiquing ideas

• Debating ideas

• Selecting the best idea

Which phrase is recommended to encourage idea development during brainstorming?

• Maybe, however

• Yes, and

• No, but

• Sure, but

What is a suggested activity to make brainstorming more engaging?

• One-on-one discussions

• Formal presentations

• Silent reflection

• Crumpling and sharing ideas

Why might online brainstorming sessions favor extroverts?

• They prefer written communication

• They tend to speak up more in virtual settings

• They are more comfortable with technology

• They have better internet connections

What is a recommended strategy to ensure introverts can contribute in online brainstorming?

• Encourage them to speak more

• Provide offline work opportunities

• Limit the number of participants

• Use only video calls