Jun 30, 2025 | AI, co-create, Creativity, Genius, Switch Thinking
We tend to think of genius as rare — a flash of brilliance from a lone inventor, artist, or visionary. But what if genius wasn’t a once-in-a-lifetime event? What if it wasn’t just for the chosen few? What if genius could be everyday — sparked by a single shift in how...
Jun 27, 2025 | Box and Ball Modes, Brainstorming, Creativity, mode of thinking, Problem Solving, Switch Thinking, Switch your Thinking, think outside the box
Think outside the box. It’s one of the most widely used phrases in business, education, and creative problem-solving. It sounds inspirational — even revolutionary. But despite its popularity, this phrase may now be doing more harm than good. Here’s why — and what we...
Apr 24, 2025 | Creativity, Genius, Switch Thinking, Teaching, Team leaders
‘Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration.’ Thomas Edison (1847 – 1931) Is this still the case? Is it time to reimagine genius? Thomas Edison was a prolific American inventor and businessman. He is credited with inventing the phonograph,...
Apr 7, 2025 | mode of thinking, Switch Thinking, Team leaders, Think Differently, think outside the box
It’s time to update how we think about brainstorming. For decades, brainstorming has been the go-to method for generating ideas. “Suspend judgment.” “Every idea is a good idea.” “No criticism allowed.” These rules have been etched into the creative playbook for as...
Mar 3, 2025 | AI, Switch Thinking, Switch your Thinking
Many people have asked me can they use Switch Thinking with AI. My answer is of course a resounding yes. In fact, Generative AI such as ChatGPT can amplify and accelerate Switch Thinking. So here is a guide you can download for your AI so that it can help you...
Feb 18, 2025 | Switch Thinking, Switch your Thinking
Let’s start with the basics. The idea of switching is not a new idea. Consider these examples: You can switch from attack to defence on the sporting field. You could switch jobs or careers. Or switch places and roles. You can switch the conversation at a dinner...
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