1. Brainstorming: A group creativity technique where participants generate a large number of ideas or solutions to a problem without criticism or judgment. This can help spark new and innovative ideas.
2. Mind mapping: A visual technique that helps organize and connect ideas in a non-linear way. It involves creating a diagram that branches out from a central idea, allowing for the exploration of different possibilities and connections.
3. SCAMPER: A technique that involves asking questions about a product or idea in order to generate new ideas or improvements. SCAMPER stands for Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to another use, Eliminate, and Reverse.
4. Six Thinking Hats: A technique developed by Edward de Bono that involves looking at a problem or idea from six different perspectives, represented by different colored "hats." This helps to consider different viewpoints and approaches to a problem.
5. Forced Connections: This technique involves making random connections between unrelated ideas, objects, or concepts in order to generate new and unexpected ideas. This can help break out of traditional thinking patterns and spark creativity.
6. Role-playing: This technique involves taking on different personas or perspectives in order to generate new ideas or solutions. By stepping into someone else's shoes, participants can gain new insights and approaches to a problem.
7. Reverse thinking: This technique involves flipping the problem or question on its head and considering the opposite or reverse of the usual approach. This can help challenge assumptions and lead to new and innovative solutions.
8. SCAMPER: This technique involves asking questions about a product or idea in order to generate new ideas or improvements. SCAMPER stands for Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to another use, Eliminate, and Reverse.