{"id":18918,"date":"2021-01-17T16:27:49","date_gmt":"2021-01-17T16:27:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/?p=18918"},"modified":"2025-03-17T15:05:32","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T15:05:32","slug":"creative-thinking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/articles\/creative-thinking\/","title":{"rendered":"Creative Thinking: What is it, Why is it Important, and How to Develop it?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20827 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Creative-thinking-Think-out-side-the-box.png\" alt=\"Creative thinking - Think out of the box\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Creative-thinking-Think-out-side-the-box.png 720w, https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Creative-thinking-Think-out-side-the-box-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22945398\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22945398\">So what is creative thinking? <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22945398\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22945398\">Creative thinking is the process of nurturing your imagination allowing you to \u201cthink out of the box\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22945398\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22945398\">Being able to train your mind to think creatively helps you invent, problem-solve, create and communicate in fresh, new ways. Moreover,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.superprof.com\/blog\/what-are-the-different-types-of-art-and-design-degrees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\">studying art and design<\/a>, along with diverse disciplines, provides a rich tapestry of perspectives and techniques, enriching your creative thinking process even further.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22945398\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22945398\">Creative thinkers are in high demand in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/career-advice\/finding-a-job\/creative-thinking-skills-jobs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">job market<\/a> and creative thinking is one of the key skills needed in future jobs according to a recent report by the World Economic Forum.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>So, let&#8217;s develop your creative thinking skills!<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22945398\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22945398\">In this article, we will take you through a step by step process of how\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22945398\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22945398\">to\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22945398\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22945398\">improve your creative thinking skills. You will\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22945398\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22945398\">learn<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22945398\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22945398\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22945398\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22945398\">about different ways used to help you become more open-minded, innovative and creative<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22945398\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22945398\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW22945398\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Article Outline<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#1\">The importance of creative thinking<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#2\">6 Ways to apply creative thinking in your everyday life<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#3\">Thinking Hats: Approach Creative Thinking by de Bono<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#4\">Another Creative Thinking Approach: Lateral Thinking<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#5\">Things to Avoid which will impact your Creative Thinking<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#6\">How to succeed in your career based on your enneagram (infographic)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW200713020\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200713020\">Every person can improve their\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW200713020\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200713020\">creative<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW200713020\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200713020\">\u00a0thinking skills. By doing so, it will help you <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW200713020\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200713020\">create, interpret and come with solutions to challenges\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW200713020\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200713020\">in your daily life routines at school, university, organization or simply at home.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3 class=\"LC20lb DKV0Md\">&#8220;Everyone is born creative&#8221; &#8211; Hugh Macleod<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A group of CEOs were asked\u00a0\u201cWhat is the skill you most value in your people?\u201d as part of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/opinion\/articles\/2012\/08\/09\/creativity-will-drive-the-us-economy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">survey<\/a>, they said creativity, the ability to solve problems, come up with new solutions, and use brainpower to figure things out. <span class=\"TextRun SCXW200713020\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200713020\">Moreover, developing creative thinking skills not only involves nurturing your imagination but also understanding your personality traits and how they influence your thinking process. Taking a DISC personality test can provide valuable insights into your unique behavioral styles, helping you to enhance your creative thinking capabilities. By knowing your strengths and areas for improvement, you can better leverage your natural tendencies to think outside the box. Discover more about your personality by taking our <a href=\"https:\/\/onlinedisctests.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\">online DISC test<\/a>\u00a0today.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Before we get into the techniques, let us explore why is it important to become a creative thinker.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"1\"><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW147673337\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW147673337\">Everyone Should Become a Creative Thinker<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Being able to train your mind to <a href=\"https:\/\/creately.com\/blog\/diagrams\/creative-thinking-techniques\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">think creatively<\/a> helps you invent, problem-solve, create and communicate in fresh, new ways.<\/p>\n<p>When you think open-mindedly you become a happier person ready to accept exciting surprises from life.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW147673337\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW147673337\">8 reasons why creative thinking is an essential skill for\u00a0everyone\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The following are 8 reasons why you are advised to be creative in your everyday life:<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Thinking creatively\u00a0<b>adds value<\/b>\u00a0not only to your life but also to the life of others. Translating your thoughts into beautiful work, projects \u2018yourself\u2019 clearly into the world you live in.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Creative thinking helps you become\u00a0<b>self relying and more confident<\/b>. You can think on your own without the help of others making you a stronger, truly-happy person.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>By thinking creatively you\u00a0<b>become true to yourself<\/b>. You accept who you are without worrying about other peoples\u2019 judgments.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Thinking open-mindedly gives you a reason to wake up every morning to start\u00a0<b>exploring new ideas and thoughts<\/b>. It makes your life worth living.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Creative thinking\u00a0can\u00a0<b>bring out hidden talents<\/b>\u00a0that you have not noticed before. Instead of just nagging about a problem, it helps you discover new opportunities that you haven\u2019t been aware of.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Thinking \u2018out of the box\u2019\u00a0<b>makes you feel satisfied<\/b>\u00a0at all phases of your life. You never feel that you have reached a dead end instead you are always ready to explore new challenges. You have the ability to see what others can\u2019t see.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Being creative helps you\u00a0<b>express your feelings<\/b>\u00a0allowing you to be whatever you want to be in this world.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>The more experienced you get with thinking creatively, the easier it becomes to\u00a0<b>master difficult situations<\/b>\u00a0you may face in your life.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>As explained, creative thinking has many advantages but most importantly it will make you a happier and better person so start practicing!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Check out the below infographic extracted from a\u00a0global study\u00a0done by Adobe.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-20833\" src=\"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/The-effect-of-creative-thinking-on-businesses-infographic.jpg\" alt=\"The effect of creative thinking on businesses - infographic\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/The-effect-of-creative-thinking-on-businesses-infographic.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/The-effect-of-creative-thinking-on-businesses-infographic-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"2\"><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW144100220\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW144100220\">6 Ways to apply creative thinking in your everyday life<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW144100220\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Successful people today are great creative thinkers.<\/p>\n<p>Practicing creativity on a daily basis guides you to become a great success in the future.<\/p>\n<p>The most important thing is to feel free when trying to apply creativity in your life. Creativity is having the power to expand your imagination bringing the most out of your potentials.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The following are 6 ways to apply creative thinking in your life:<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b>R<\/b><b>isk<\/b><b>\u00a0Taking<\/b>: Being adventurous and ready for life\u2019s challenges pushes you a step forward to creativity.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Playing<\/b><b>:<\/b>\u00a0Trying to play and be funny at times gives you the chance to manipulate the given problem accordingly to what you need.\u00a0<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Regularly asking Why<\/b><b>:<\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b>Being curious and nosy, wanting to ask questions all the time opens endless doors and possibilities.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Generating large quantity of ideas:\u00a0<\/b>By producing a big number of possible solutions, a smart, unique, unexpected answer might be discovered.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Day Dreaming:\u00a0<\/b>Wondering about things related to your project frees your mind to expand its horizons and explore new ways out there.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Reading:\u00a0<\/b>Going to the library and spending hours reading can nurture your imagination and grow a strong creative thinker.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Therefore, by working on being a risk taker, a day dreamer and a good reader you are forcing your mind to grow in all directions.<\/p>\n<p>So follow the above steps to WOW your way to become a high-standard creative thinker as opposed to being a boring, traditional thinker with limited abilities!<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>See also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/articles\/innovation-design-thinking\/\">Innovation Design Thinking<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center;\" data-ad-layout=\"in-article\" data-ad-format=\"fluid\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4560705956205775\" data-ad-slot=\"9135581814\"><\/ins><br \/>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"3\"><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW46673594\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW46673594\">Thinking Hats: Approach Creative Thinking by de Bono<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW46673594\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The \u201c6 Thinking Hats\u201d is a system designed by Edward de Bono as an approach to promote creative thinking.\u00a0It is a tool used to enhance real thinking to <a href=\"https:\/\/scribehow.com\/library\/process-improvement-examples\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">make the process more productive<\/a> and focused.<\/p>\n<p>The \u20186 Thinking Hats\u2019 separates thinking into 6 different roles, each role identified with a colored symbolic thinking hat. This approach helps to redirect thoughts by mentally switching from one hat to the other.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>6 Thinking Hats &#8211; by de Bono<\/h3>\n<p>The following are the 6 thinking hats and what each color represents:<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>\u201cWhite Hat\u201d<\/strong>&#8211; stating facts and information, things you already know.<\/li>\n<li>\u201c<strong>Yellow Hat\u201d<\/strong>&#8211; looking at the bright side, being optimistic and positive, adding value and benefits.<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u201cRed Hat\u201d<\/strong>&#8211; expressing feelings and emotions, your reactions and opinions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u201cBlue Hat\u201d<\/strong>&#8211; managing and controlling, looking at the bigger picture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u201cGreen Hat\u201d<\/strong>&#8211; exploring other alternatives, generating new ideas and solutions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u201cBlack Hat\u201d<\/strong>&#8211; being realistic and practical, being cautious, finding where things might go wrong, discovering dangers and difficulties. Black Hat is usually called the \u2018devil\u2019s voice\u2019.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The above 6 hats, when combined together, allows your mind to think clearly and objectively.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you can start by grabbing the \u201cBlue Hat\u201d asking yourself questions such as: what is our goal? Are the 6 guidelines observed clearly? What is the subject addressed? This helps you get an overall view of your problem.<\/p>\n<p>Next, you can grab the \u201cRed Hat\u201d expressing what you feel towards the problem and asking yourself who might be affected by this problem.<\/p>\n<p>Then, you can grab \u201cYellow\u201d and later \u201cGreen Hat\u201d to invent new concepts and solutions.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, you can switch between the \u201cWhite\u201d and \u201cBlack hat\u201d in order to validate your solution by using information that you already know.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Start training your mind to switch directions from one hat to another to solve problems efficiently, effectively bringing out benefits too!<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s a video to explain the process:<\/p>\n<div class=\"embed-responsive embed-responsive-16by9\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NQNCrEHxlr0\/?rel=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;autohide=1\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2 id=\"4\"><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW83445650\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83445650\">Another Creative Thinking Approach: Lateral Thinking\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Lateral Thinking is a phrase invented by Edward de Bono that means thinking about a problem in a different way than what is usually used.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">You can check out Edward de Bono&#8217;s book on the topic.<\/p>\n<p>Lateral thinking is far from logical thinking most people use today.<\/p>\n<p>It\u00a0is expanding your thinking limits, freeing yourself from boundaries giving you the chance to explore things you never knew existed.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>The following are 5 steps involved in Lateral Thinking:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><b>Change the focus of your thinking<\/b>, allowing your mind to discover new options.\u00a0Don\u2019t be afraid to try something new.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Break free from limits<\/b>\u00a0of traditional logical thinking of reason. Think messy, think all over making every small detail count.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Develop new ideas and shape them to fit the<\/b>\u00a0situation you have on hand. Generating ideas is not sufficient; implementing these ideas according to what you need is what it takes to be a success.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Use diverse unrelated data<\/b>\u00a0to help you come up with new concepts. Break down data, group them together or even try data you have never imagined might work. By experimenting without judgment, unexpected solutions may arise!\u00a0<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Look beyond obvious alternatives<\/b>. Sometimes, opportunities are hidden and can only be discovered by thinking \u2018out of the box\u2019.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Creative thinking is the ability to free your mind to create, interpret and visualize possibilities.<\/p>\n<p>See also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/articles\/critical-thinking\/\">How to become an exceptional critical thinker<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Whether you decide to use lateral thinking or the 6 hats thinking approach, work your way to become a WOW creative thinker!\u00a0\u00a0<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div id=\"amzn-assoc-ad-2ca27c8f-d92e-438c-af13-9e254a267e34\"><\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US&#038;adInstanceId=2ca27c8f-d92e-438c-af13-9e254a267e34\"><\/script><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"5\"><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW2934441\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW2934441\">Things to Avoid which will impact your Creative Thinking<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Creative thinking pushes passion allowing you to love and live beyond your limits.<\/p>\n<p>However, sometimes situations happen in life that restricts your freedom. It\u2019s up to you to break down these walls and live up to your full potential, with the support and resources from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.customwritings.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Customwritings<\/a> to help you overcome any obstacles.<\/p>\n<p>The following are 8 things you are advised to avoid in order to be able to unleash your creativity:<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><b>Complain about a problem:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Don\u2019t just nag about a problem instead try to discover opportunities that might be hidden deep within.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><b>Worry about what others think:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Don\u2019t waste your time worrying about other peoples\u2019 judgments. Be happy with who you are and don\u2019t be afraid to show it.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><b>Stay in your \u2018comfort zone\u2019:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Living up to your potential is not easy but make sure you give it a go! Don\u2019t take the easy way out because you will never know what great things you might be missing!<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><b>School limiting your creativity:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Society wants robots. It does not prefer you to think for yourself. Schools are programmed to help society limit youth potential. Don\u2019t fall for the trap. Allow your mind to explore new, fresh places that it has never been given a chance to explore before.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><b>Hold back when you have a good idea:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Instead of just accepting what you know innovate something not created before. Unleash your creativity to flourish throughout your life and career.\u00a0<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><b>Ego:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Focus on what\u2019s right rather than who\u2019s right. Eliminating your ego allows you to change the way you think becoming more flexible and open-minded.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><b>Stop learning:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Being smart is not being able to generate an idea but it is being able to recognize the value of the idea and make it happen. Keep looking for answers putting what you know into reality!<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><b>Assume certain perceptions:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Naturally, in your everyday life there will be certain boundaries already set previously. Don\u2019t assume they will always be there instead work your way to break them down and free yourself to make a change for a better world!<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>We suggest you try to avoid the 8 points mentioned above in order to free your mind to think creatively.<\/p>\n<p>It is a step forward to raise hidden talents that will push our world to lasting global success!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"6\"><strong>How to succeed in your career based on your enneagram<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no one-size-fits-all solution to succeeding in your career. Some personality types thrive when put in front of a crowd, but for others, it\u2019s their worst nightmare! Similarly, some personality types have the potential to be amazing employees but their personalities may be able to show success in a different way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.resume-now.com\/job-resources\/careers\/whats-your-ideal-career-type\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">career personality type<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a great way to figure out how to succeed in your career. Using your <a href=\"https:\/\/brainmanager.io\/blog\/career\/best-careers-for-your-enneagram-type\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Enneagram type<\/a>, you can learn personality-specific ways that you can thrive. For example, type five does well when they can work independently and can use &#8220;heads down&#8221; (no meeting) days to get the space they need to be productive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to find your career Enneagram? Check out the infographic below to get started.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20806\" src=\"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/workplace-enneagrams.png\" alt=\"Career Enneagram - Creative thinking\" width=\"720\" height=\"4702\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/workplace-enneagrams.png 1732w, https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/workplace-enneagrams-46x300.png 46w, https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/workplace-enneagrams-768x5015.png 768w, https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/workplace-enneagrams-157x1024.png 157w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; So what is creative thinking? Creative thinking is the process of nurturing your imagination allowing you to \u201cthink out of the box\u201d.\u00a0 Being able to train your mind to think creatively helps you invent, problem-solve, create and communicate in fresh, new ways. Moreover,\u00a0studying art and design, along with diverse disciplines, provides a rich tapestry [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":20827,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,14,21],"tags":[5202,2877,2872,2883,2882,2880,2889,2886,2873,2887,2879,2888,2885,2875,2884,2878,5200,5201],"class_list":["post-18918","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-articles","category-innovation-topics","category-leadership-management-interpersonal-skills","tag-6-thinking-hats","tag-creative-thinker","tag-creative-thinking","tag-creative-thinking-activities","tag-creative-thinking-examples","tag-creative-thinking-exercises","tag-creative-thinking-in-business","tag-creative-thinking-process","tag-creative-thinking-skills","tag-creative-thinking-skills-examples","tag-creative-thinking-techniques","tag-creative-thinking-tools","tag-creative-thoughts","tag-creativity-and-innovation","tag-creativity-exercises","tag-critical-and-creative-thinking","tag-lateral-thinking","tag-thinking-hats"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18918","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=18918"}],"version-history":[{"count":25,"href":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18918\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":24647,"href":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18918\/revisions\/24647"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/20827"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18918"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=18918"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.potential.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=18918"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}