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The underused, underrated ability to search the web

I am constantly amazed by how often we get stuck in challenges because we lack information… that is now available at the touch of the button. Not even that far, since Google is displaying results as you type…

So next time, just before you want to throw the towel and declare yourself defeated, open that search engine and type:

Bonus: http://tinyurl.com/3w8qwe2

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Round-Robin Brainstorming

This variation of brainstorming implies little verbal intervention between the members of the group and thus limits the influence of stronger personalities. Many of us encountered in brainstorming sessions people who seemed to monopolize the discussion. When this happens, reconciliation is in the hand of the facilitator.

To avoid having the discussion hijacked by a handful of people, the Round-Robin brainstorming method was invented. How does it work?

  1. All team members sit around a table. Each has an index card to record ideas on their own individual card. This is the start. Continue reading →

Reverse Brainstorming – half as popular, twice as fun – II

This is the second and last part of our Reverse Brainstorming series. Previously we went through the initial preparation, getting the participants accustomed with the process, contributing to the atmosphere and actually doing some work. The fun part. Now, we have to make something out of all these ideas. Buckle up, we go! Continue reading →