The Curious Advantage Podcast S3 Ep6: #32 Unleash Curiosity, Creativity & Improvisation at Work with Natalie Nixon (CEO & Creative Strategist, Figure 8 Thinking)
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Dec 14, 2021 Discover how curiosity fuels innovation and creativity in today's digital era. Natalie Nixon shares her journey of merging curiosity with creativity, emphasizing the art of effective questioning. Explore the fascinating connection between improvisation, intuition, and personal growth, likening life to jazz. Learn about innovative practices like 'questionology' that empower individuals in complex environments. Nixon also highlights the excitement of nurturing curiosity to unlock new dimensions of creativity and drive innovation.
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Why Creativity Matters
- Natalie Nixon wrote "The Creativity Leap" to clarify innovation and creativity.
- She observed that businesses often misuse "innovation" without understanding its connection to creativity.
Wonder and Rigor
- Creativity involves toggling between wonder (awe, audacity) and rigor (focus, discipline).
- Both wonder and rigor are essential for solving problems creatively.
The 3 I's of Creativity
- Use the "3 I's" framework: Inquiry, Improvisation, and Intuition.
- These are practical ways to exercise the toggle between wonder and rigor.
