Brainstorming Series: The Second 25 Tips Dr Ken Hudson

A list of 25 facilitation tips for running effective brainstorming sessions, covering everything from idea selection and development to incorporating customer feedback and maintaining energy throughout the session. Tips include developing a 9 point action plan for top ideas, randomly combining existing ideas for new ones, using "yes and" instead of "yes but" when evaluating ideas, starting with stirring music or video, inviting creative people and graphic artists, and evaluating ideas based on impact, speed and passion. The article also includes tips for splitting larger groups into smaller teams, maintaining focus and energy for 45 minutes to an hour, selecting a location that flows from the challenge, and inviting external perspectives to challenge assumptions and beliefs.