Summary:

In this episode, we were joined by Ortal Green, an expert in creative and innovative thinking. With a background in IT startups in Israel, Ortal spent many years working in the high-tech industry where she realised that the ability to succeed in business comes down to our ability to think creatively and innovatively. This set Ortal on a path to eventually become a mindset shifter and founder of Success by Design. Ortal explains how, sadly, our education system does not develop our skills for creative thinking. In a large study, 98% of all children aged 5 were considered ‘creative thinkers’. By the time we become teenagers this drops to less than half, and by the time we become adults, it drops to less than 5%.

Ortal Green shares four proven ways to expand your thinking creatively and innovatively, which inevitably leads to increased business revenue. If you’ve hit a revenue ceiling in your business and you’re looking for ways to break through to new levels of growth and success, don’t miss this episode!

Takeaways

• Creative and innovative thinking are essential for success in business.
• The education system often stifles creativity, but it is a skill that can be developed.
• Exercises like repurposing objects and merging unrelated ideas can help develop creative thinking skills.
• Shifting from a victim mindset to a transformer mindset is crucial when facing obstacles.
• Improving processes can drive innovation and improve the customer experience. Merging with other businesses can create a stronger and more competitive entity.
• Repurposing ideas or technologies from other industries can lead to innovation and growth.
• Breaking the status quo and challenging traditional norms can open up new opportunities.
• Creative thinking, self-belief, and having a clear vision are essential for success in business.

Connect with the hosts:

Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business

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Email: kate@katedejong.com

Sam Morris | The Business Implementor

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Instagram: sammorris.businesscoach

Email: sam@thebusinessimplementor.com