Creative Thinking 1 Day Workshop |Oakland, CA

Schedule

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 19 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

For venue details reach us at [email protected] | Oakland, CA

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Unleash your inner artist and break free from creative blocks at our immersive Creative Thinking 1-Day Workshop!
About this Event

Event Details
  • Duration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)
  • Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)
  • Location: Location shared via email ( Complete Address )
  • Format: Classroom Training (Virtual option available on request)
  • Language: English
  • Certificate: Course Completion Certificate
  • PDUs Awarded: 8 Professional Development Units
  • Contact: [email protected]




Event Overview

In today’s fast-moving business environment, routine thinking is no longer enough. Organizations need professionals who can generate fresh ideas, solve problems creatively, and adapt to constant change.

This Creative Thinking & Innovation Skills Workshop is a practical, highly interactive program designed to help professionals break habitual thinking patterns and develop stronger idea-generation capabilities.

Whether you feel stuck when asked for new ideas, struggle with problem solving under pressure, or simply want to enhance your innovation skills, this workshop provides structured tools and techniques you can apply immediately in your workplace.

Participants will learn how to shift from rigid thinking to flexible thinking, expand idea generation, and build a mindset that supports innovation and continuous improvement.


Who Should Attend?

• Professionals who want to improve creative problem solving
• Managers and team leaders driving innovation initiatives
• Employees who want to contribute stronger ideas in meetings
• Sales, marketing, HR, operations and project teams
• High performers seeking advanced thinking tools
• Anyone looking to strengthen critical thinking and creative confidence


Why Attend This Workshop?

By the end of the day, you will be able to:

• Understand the science behind creativity and how the brain generates ideas
• Apply divergent and convergent thinking techniques effectively
• Break mental blocks and thinking “ruts”
• Increase idea fluency and originality
• Contribute confidently in brainstorming sessions
• Strengthen innovation skills in teams
• Develop a growth-oriented mindset that fuels creative performance
• Build an action plan to sustain creative thinking habits


Key Learning Themes

Creative Thinking
Innovation Skills
Problem Solving Techniques
Divergent Thinking
Convergent Thinking
Growth Mindset
Brain-Based Learning
Design Thinking Foundations
Idea Generation Tools
Team Creativity
Workplace Innovation

Workshop Agenda (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Registration, Welcome & Creative Warm-Up Activity

9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Module 1: Understanding Creativity in the Workplace
• What creativity really means in business
• Myths vs facts about creative people
• Divergent vs convergent thinking explained
• Why innovation matters for career growth

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Module 2: How the Brain Generates Ideas
• How the brain processes information
• The optimal mental state for creative thinking
• Managing cognitive overload
• Practical techniques to enhance mental flexibility

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Tea / Coffee Break

11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Module 3: Expanding Divergent Thinking
• The Paperclip Challenge activity
• Increasing idea fluency and flexibility
• Overcoming self-censorship
• Building creative confidence

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Module 4: Breaking Out of Thinking Patterns
• Understanding “thinking rivers”
• Identifying personal mental habits
• Simple disruption tools to unlock new perspectives
• Reframing business problems creatively

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Lunch Break

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Module 5: Roles in the Creative Process
• Different thinking roles in innovation
• Idea generators, evaluators and refiners
• How teams can collaborate more creatively
• Practical group exercise

2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
Module 6: Growth Mindset & Creative Resilience
• Fixed vs growth mindset principles
• Building creative persistence
• Handling criticism and idea rejection
• Strengthening innovation culture

3:30 PM – 3:45 PM
Tea / Coffee Break

3:45 PM – 4:30 PM
Module 7: The Innovation Team Challenge
• The Marshmallow Innovation Exercise
• Applying divergent and convergent thinking
• Team reflection and performance insights

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Module 8: Personal Action Planning & Close
• Individual creativity development plan
• Applying tools in real work situations
• Q&A and key takeaways


What Makes This Workshop Different?

This is not a lecture-based seminar. It is:

• Highly interactive
• Built around practical exercises
• Based on brain science and behavioral research
• Designed for immediate workplace application
• Suitable for both individuals and teams

Participants leave with structured tools, practical techniques, and a clear development plan.


What You Will Gain

Stronger creative confidence
Better problem-solving capability
Enhanced innovation thinking
Improved brainstorming skills
Greater adaptability in fast-changing environments
Increased contribution to organizational growth


🎓 Certification

All participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from LearneRRing, recognizing their achievement.

Exclusive OffersGroup Discounts:10% off for groups of 5-10 participants15% off for groups of 11-20 participants
Corporate & Team Training Available

Want this course delivered at your workplace or for your team? We offer customized onsite and virtual sessions for companies.📩 Email us at [email protected] for details.


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Where is it happening?

For venue details reach us at [email protected], PH: +1 505 369 2908, Oakland, United States

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