Creative brainstorming and integrative thinking: skills for twenty‐first century managers

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to introduce examples and methods of incorporating creative brainstorming and integrative thinking skills into training programs.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper discusses an innovative training program as a case study to demonstrate the application of creative brainstorming and thinking skills into the design of the program.

Findings

Interdisciplinary thinking, engagement, flexibility, individual customization, collaboration and inspiration are critical to the development of creative and integrative thinking skills for managers.

Practical implications

This paper invites trainers and practitioners to consider new perspectives and customized approaches to develop creative and inter‐disciplinary thinking skills for managers.

Originality/value

This paper opens up new possibilities for innovation and customization in training programs to develop creative thinking skills.

Citation

Karakas, F. and Kavas, M. (2008), "Creative brainstorming and integrative thinking: skills for twenty‐first century managers", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 22 No. 2, pp. 8-11. https://doi.org/10.1108/14777280810850660