13 Techniques for Fostering Creativity and Innovation

Unlock your creative potential and shine

J.J. Pryor
3 min readMay 8, 2023

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“Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.” — Scott Adams

To tap into our creative potential and foster innovation, we must sometimes let go of old habits or beliefs that may be holding us back. Here are 13 techniques to unleash your creativity and help you on your path to success.

1. Embrace an Open Mindset

“In the beginner’s mind, there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s mind, there are few.” — Shunryu Suzuki

An open mindset allows you to consider new ideas and explore various possibilities. Be open to learning, unlearning, and relearning to grow and evolve.

2. Cultivate Curiosity

“The cure for boredom is curiosity. There is no cure for curiosity.” — Dorothy Parker

Curiosity drives creativity and innovation. Ask questions, explore new subjects, and challenge assumptions to develop a deeper understanding of the world around you.

3. Practice Mindfulness

“The little space within the heart is as great as this vast universe.” — From the Chandogya Upanishad

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J.J. Pryor

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