It happens sometimes – a spark, a flash of inspiration, that feels as enchanting as when Harry Potter first learns he’s a wizard. The magic of creativity is like opening the doors to Diagon Alley, where unexpected ideas dance like flying quills and strange creatures hide around corners. But what […]
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Personal development can be likened to a growing plant. Just as a plant needs the right conditions to thrive, we as humans also need nourishment, direction and patience to grow. In this model, we will delve into the parts of the plant: the root, the seedling, the sun and the […]
Thinking new is not always easy, especially when we are stuck in old patterns of thought and habitual solutions. But with the help of some creative principles, we can break free from the expected and find new perspectives. By learning the principles below by heart, you will always be ready […]
In a world where we are constantly looking for the most direct path to the goal, we often forget the power of thinking laterally. Lateral thinking is about leaving the main road of thinking – the most logical and expected path – and instead exploring the small, strenuous side tracks. […]
We live in a world where resources are already in circulation – from materials in everyday products to human creativity and knowledge. To achieve continued growth, and even increase the rate of growth, we need to rethink how we view resources and growth. By decoupling economic profit from resource extraction […]
In a world where change occurs rapidly and unexpectedly, it is natural for us humans to seek security. We want control, stability and predictability. But when we focus too much on creating a sense of security by eliminating variation, we can create uncertainty on a larger, more global level. What […]
In the debate about societal development, it is often easy to fall into the trap of seeing technological development as either-or in relation to other societal changes. A common view is that technology drives change and that rules and laws only hinder this development. But the truth is that it […]
In our daily lives, we often encounter both complicated and complex problems, but for many it is difficult to know exactly what distinguishes the two. We may assume that both are about something that is difficult to understand, but in reality they are about completely different ways of thinking about […]
To create real innovation in an organization, it is necessary to work with creativity at three levels: individual, group and organization. These levels are not separate, but deeply interconnected, and success requires that we not only work with each of them, but also understand how they affect each other. In […]
In times of change – whether it’s driving new projects, introducing a new corporate culture or creating societal change – one thing is always crucial: getting people on board. But explaining a problem, presenting a solution and expecting others to act rarely works if the communication is dry and lacks […]
Running a system-change project is a complex challenge. Such projects require the ability to deal with large, interconnected issues that often involve breaking up established patterns and building new, sustainable structures. In this context, the See-Do-Learn framework offers a powerful way to organize processes, drive change, and create real learning. […]
Visionary thinking is the driving force behind every great change and innovation. It’s what takes us from what we know to what we haven’t seen yet, but which we feel deep down is possible. It’s about reaching for the stars—imagining something that’s awesome, inspiring, and worthwhile—but also balancing the dream […]
It’s well known in the innovation world that it’s questions, not ideas, that drive real change. Yet it’s surprising how often this is overlooked. Organizations and teams often put a lot of emphasis on brainstorming ideas, but miss what is often the starting point for groundbreaking success: the really good […]
It was a cold and sparkling Christmas Eve night. The snow lay like a soft blanket over the rooftops, and the sky sparkled as if it itself had been decorated with stars. Santa sat in his sleigh, wrapped in his red coat, and heard the sound of bells echoing in […]
In the business world, we often talk about innovation as a technical, process-driven activity. It’s about creating new products, services, or business models to gain market share or solve problems. At the same time, we tend to place artistic creativity in a completely different category—a world of intuition, inspiration, and […]
The world of mathematics often appears as a place of absolute truths, pure equations and crystal clear logic. Creativity, on the other hand, is associated with illogical impulses, intuition and free thinking. At first glance, these two domains seem to be opposites. But when you look closer, you discover that […]
Cooking is a daily creative process, but it is also much more than that. It is a masterful game between frameworks and freedom, a harmonious mixture of precision and improvisation. And just like in cooking, innovation is an art where small changes can create something completely new. By looking at […]
In a world where new buzzwords appear almost daily—from “metaverse” to “hyperautomation”—it’s easy to become overwhelmed and cynical. Many of these terms promise a lot but deliver little when dug deeper. A new such concept but perhaps deserving of our attention is strategic foresight. Strategic foresight is a concept that […]
For many, LEGO is a source of play and creation, but its potential extends far beyond the playroom. In system innovation, where complex societal issues require new ways of thinking, LEGO can be a powerful tool. By making abstract problems concrete and creating visual models, LEGO can help us understand […]
Mission-driven innovation has emerged as a method for addressing our greatest societal challenges—from climate change to more equitable care. The basic idea is to gather different actors, create broad visions and work together to develop solutions. It is a system innovation approach with many strengths but also clear challenges. Let’s […]
When it comes to creativity and innovation, it’s easy to get caught up in the endless stream of ideas. But how do we know which ideas are worth developing? Here, ikigai, a Japanese concept of meaningful living, can be a powerful tool – not only for personal development, but also […]
System innovation is not just about improving the individual parts of a system – it is about reshaping the whole. To create something genuine new, it is not enough to optimize each individual; We must also understand how the parts work together. Just as we cannot improve a car by […]
When we talk about sustainability and circular economy, the focus often comes to restrictions: reducing, reusing and recycling. But what if we instead see these “limitations” as a catalyst for something bigger – innovation? History shows that creativity and innovation often bloom when we are forced to think differently, and […]
As sustainable solutions become more profitable than non-sustainable alternatives, we are seeing a trend that is hard to ignore. It is no longer a utopia to imagine a future where the sustainable product dominates the market – it is a realistic vision that is already becoming a reality. When sustainability […]
Finding business ideas that are both sustainable and profitable can be challenging, but with a systematic approach you can increase your chances of finding an idea that both responds to the climate crisis and is financially attractive. As legislation and consumer behavior are rapidly shifting towards sustainability, a window of […]
Why is it so difficult for some to take in the warnings and conclusions of climate science? The answer can be both simple and uncomfortable: It is easier to ignore the future than to deal with the uncomfortable facts that science presents. Climate deniers often choose to question the science, […]
In a distant galaxy, where the silence of the night was often only disturbed by the rumble of the Space Empire’s ships, there was a force greater than the mightiest laser battery, stronger than the Empire’s most advanced technology, and more infinite than the distance between the stars. That force […]
Ideas are both easy to create and easy to criticize. Often when we hear a new idea, we quickly fall into the trap of analyzing and questioning its feasibility before truly understanding its potential. To fully appreciate an idea, we need to understand its nature and know different ways in […]
In 1984, Steve Jobs saw far into the future and understood that computers needed to be not only functional but also inspiring, intuitive and even irresistible. For computers to become central to our lives, they must provide a positive user experience. This vision set in motion a technological revolution, and […]
Coming up with innovative ideas for an already established product can be a challenge. New thinking is often needed to keep a product fresh and attractive, but without completely changing it or risking losing what customers already like. This is where “Concept Poker” comes in – a playful method of […]