Foreword from the Author
As long as I can remember I’ve been interested in creating ideas that solve problems. New ideas, unique ideas, novel ideas. Some were definitely better than others, but I always had fun and people told me they liked what I created.
Today, I write about creativity, innovation and design thinking. I share experiences from my projects, I include references from my classrooms, and resources that help me do my job as an innovator.
Review the articles, find something of interest and dig in. If you ask a question, I’ll answer. If you share a comment, I’ll reply. If you want to talk we’ll schedule a call. You see, this is what I do for fun – I’m just looking for people who want to play.
Unlock Your Creative Potential: Introducing the Creative Confidence Assessment
Unlock Your Creative Potential: Introducing the Creative Confidence Assessment Creativity is a skill we all possess, but many of us struggle to unlock its full potential. The Creative Confidence Assessment is designed to change [...]
The Story of SPUR: Scaling Paid Undergraduate Research at UC San Diego
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A Unified Vision: How UCSD Recreation Found Clarity Through Problem Statements
Through structured exercises and guided discussion, these leaders explored their frustrations, uncovering recurring themes. By the end of the workshop, the team surfaced 13 problem statements—well-defined expressions of the challenges they faced. These statements captured not only the issues but also the human impact behind them, setting the stage for meaningful action.
Inspiring Innovation: A Guide for Creativity Catalysts
Inspiring Innovation: A Guide for Creativity Catalysts As a Creativity Catalyst, you are a driving force for innovation and collaboration. You not only harness your own creativity but also inspire and empower others to [...]
Harnessing Your Creativity: A Guide for Confident Creators
Harnessing Your Creativity: A Guide for Confident Creators As a Confident Creator, you’ve cultivated a strong belief in your creative abilities and have developed the skills to generate, refine, and share your ideas with [...]
Shaping Your Creativity: A Guide for Emerging Innovators
Shaping Your Creativity: A Guide for Emerging Innovators As an Emerging Innovator, you’re beginning to see the value of your creative abilities and how they can be applied to solve problems, develop ideas, and [...]
Nurturing Your Creativity: A Guide for Budding Creators
Nurturing Your Creativity: A Guide for Budding Creators As a Budding Creator, you’re on the exciting path of discovering and growing your creative abilities. You’ve taken the first steps toward unlocking your potential, but [...]
Awakening Your Creativity: A Guide for Dormant Dreamers
Awakening Your Creativity: A Guide for Dormant Dreamers Have you ever felt that you’re just not a “creative person”? Perhaps the idea of brainstorming new solutions, expressing unique ideas, or stepping into the unknown [...]
Reimagining Collaboration: How Design Thinking Unlocks Team Potential and Interdepartmental Cooperation
This narrative highlights how The Design Lab enabled the UC San Diego Advancement Team to break down silos, foster a unified vision, and enhance collective performance through Design Thinking. It’s a story of transformation, showcasing the tangible benefits of innovation, collaboration, and strategic problem-solving.
