Monthly Archives: April 2008

Innovation: Synthesis vs. Creativity

Posted on April 27, 2008 by Douglas Golden

Is Innovation an exercise in creativity or synthesis? A post by James Todhunter at the Innovating to Win blog lays out a compelling argument that: The vast majority of innovation is not driven by pure creation; it is driven by … Continue reading →

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More than a few creativity strategies

Posted on April 24, 2008 by Douglas Golden

From the Heart of Innovation Blog comes a great list of 100 ways to be more creative.  My personal favorites are:    Present your biggest challenge to a child (I can’t wait to see what my 5 year old comes … Continue reading →

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The solution is on the napkin

Posted on April 22, 2008 by Douglas Golden

The title and simple cover art of Dan Roam’s new book The Back of the Napkin: Solving Problems and Selling Ideas with Pictures drew me right in (pun intended).  My drawing skills are in a word–bad, and I thought, "If … Continue reading →

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Johnny Bunko to the Rescue!

Posted on April 16, 2008 by Douglas Golden

I just finished reading The Adventures of Johnny Bunko: The Last Career Guide You’ll Ever Need by Daniel Pink.  Not your run of the mill career guide.   Pink (the author of one of my recent favorite books A Whole New … Continue reading →

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