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The principles of visual language reveal a natural bridge to innovation and the creative process. We design instruments to stimulate innovative thinking which can be utilized in the organizational environment. Visual tools promote perspective shifts, creative dialogue and a living record of ideas.

Innovation demands application. Our focus is the practical usage of thinking tools directed at live issues and challenges. The delivery methodology and content is intended to be customized to meet specific goals.

Learnings

Participants learn to synthesize complex situations into essential issues utilizing visual thinking skills. With activated listening skills it is easier to identify and link diverse perspectives. Blending intuitive and linear techniques accesses a full spectrum of skills to listen to participants, observe patterns and invent solutions.

These techniques stimulate new ideas for individuals and work groups. Application of reflective tools such as process murals and visual analysis formats help define and express individual and organizational qualities of innovation. Individuals gain confidence in applying these skills to fuel a creative and responsive environment.

Outcomes

The architecture of innovation is a dynamic, interactive hands-on training designed to help participants:

• Develop new methods to assess, discuss and evaluate past, present and future challenges
• Reframe viewpoints to arrive at shared understanding
• Access innovative resources to overcome challenges in diverse contexts
• Integrate linear and wholistic brain thinking
• Synthesize polarities between rational and intuitive perspectives
• Facilitate a supportive environment for innovation

Walk Away With New Abilities

• Use Hands•On tools
• Encourage personal and organizational innovation styles and skill
• Ask powerful questions which challenge limiting assumptions
• Generate new perspectives on strategic challenges
• Synthesize cohesive solutions
• Support growth of innovation in complex environments


Agenda

One
Assessment and Tools
• Learn techniques of visual history mapping
• Assess individual history of innovation
• Identify organizational opportunities
• Synthesize techniques of reflective listening
• Cultivate an observation perspective

Two
Context setting
• Identify the dimensions of contextual understanding
• Examine dynamics between structures and forces of change
• Develop skill in mapping perspectives
• Practice fluency with diverse viewpoints
• Apply graphic templates to contextual decision making

Three
Innovation in Action Lab
• Identify patterns through case histories
• Create templates to anchor innovation in group interaction
• Feedback and coaching on facilitating with graphics
• Integrate observation, awareness and listening skills
• Develop innovation action map
• Craft personal vision chart
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