Creative Thinking & Innovation Workshop | Ann Arbor, MI

Schedule

Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

For venue details reach us at [email protected] | Ann Arbor, MI

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About this Event

Creative Thinking & Innovation 1 Day Workshop


Best For

This programis ideal for:

Early to mid-career professionals Individual contributors

New team leads

Professionals involved in problem-solving, planning, strategy, and execution Professionals working in fast-changing or competitive environments


Delivery Style

Thelearning experience is highly practical, thinking-driven, and focused on building real workplace creativity and innovation capability.


Outcome Level

Participants develop stronger creative thinking ability, structured innovation habits, improved idea- generation skills, and higher confidence in solving complex workplace challenges.


Program Positioning

Intoday’s competitive and fast-evolving business environment, organizations need professionals who can think creatively, adapt quickly, and generate innovative solutions. This program is designed to help professionals break routine thinking patterns, strengthen creative confidence, and apply structured innovation techniques in real workplace situations.

The program replaces rigid, habitual thinking with flexible, solution-oriented thinking and helps participants approach challenges with imagination, logic, and strategic insight. It builds the ability to explore new possibilities while staying practical and results-focused.

This program is particularly valuable for professionals transitioning into: Problem-solving heavy roles

Innovation-driven projects

Leadership and decision-making tracks

Roles that require adaptability and fresh thinking

✅ Well suited for professionals with 0–10 years of experience

✅ Ideal for those preparing for project ownership, leadership exposure, or innovation-facing responsibilities


LEARNING STRUCTURE (8 HOURS)
Block 1 — Understanding Creative Thinking & Workplace Innovation

Thissession buildsaclear understandingof what creative thinkingandinnovationtruly meanin

professional environments. Participants learn the difference between artistic creativity and workplace problem-solving creativity.

Participants explore:

What creativity means in business and professional roles Difference between routine thinking and creative thinking How innovation improves performance, efficiency, and competitiveness Why creativity is a professional skill, not a talent limited to a few

✅ Outcome: Clear understanding of creative thinking and innovation in the workplace.



Block 2 — Breaking Fixed Thinking & Mental Barriers

Thissession focuses onidentifyingandremoving mental blocks that limitcreativethinking. Participants learn how habits, assumptions, fear of failure, and rigid thinking patterns restrict innovation.

Participants learn:

How fixed thinking forms through routines How fear blocks new ideas

How assumptions limit problem-solving

How to consciously challenge existing ways of thinking

✅ Outcome: Reduced mental rigidity and greater openness to new ideas.



Block 3 — Structured Creative Thinking Techniques

Thissessionintroduces structured methodsthathelpgenerateideas systematicallyrather than randomly. Participants learn how to think creatively with direction and discipline.

Participants learn:

How to look at problems from multiple angles

How to expand thinking beyond obvious solutions How to build idea volume before judging ideas

How to stay practical while being creative

✅ Outcome: Ability to generate diverse, practical solution ideas.



Block 4 — Innovation in Problem Solving & Decision Making

This session strengthens the connection between creativity and real business problem-solving. Participants learn how to balance innovation with logic and feasibility.

Participants learn:

How to apply creative thinking to real workplace problems How to combine innovation with risk management

How to evaluate creative ideas realistically

How to move from idea to workable solution

✅ Outcome: Stronger innovation-driven problem-solving ability.


Block 5 — Creative Collaboration & Team Innovation

This session focuses on how creativity works inside teams. Participants learn how group thinking can either unlock or destroy innovation depending on how collaboration is handled.

Participants learn:

How to encourage creative discussions in teams How to handle different thinking styles

How to prevent idea suppression

How to build trust that supports innovation

✅ Outcome: Improved creative collaboration and team innovation behavior.


Block 6 — Innovation Under Pressure & Constraints


This session focuses on applying creativity even when time, budget, and resources are limited. Participants learn how constraints can strengthen rather than weaken innovation.

Participants learn:


How to think creatively under deadlines

How limited resources encourage smarter ideas How to avoid panic-driven thinking

How to maintain creativity in high-pressure environments

✅ Outcome: Ability to innovate confidently under pressure and constraints.


Block 7 — Implementing Ideas & Driving Innovation Execution

This session connects creative thinking with execution. Participants learn why many good ideas fail due to poor follow-through and resistance.

Participants learn:



How to build support for new ideas

How to communicate innovation effectively How to handle resistance to change

How to monitor and improve innovation outcomes

✅ Outcome: Stronger innovation execution and follow-through capability.



Block 8 — Building a Personal Creative Thinking & Innovation Practice

The final session focuses on developing long-term creative discipline rather than one-time idea bursts. Participants learn how to make creativity a daily professional habit.

Participants learn:


How to strengthen creative confidence How to build daily thinking routines

How to stay curious and adaptable

How to create a 30-day Creative Thinking & Innovation Action Plan

✅ Outcome: Sustainable creative thinking habits and long-term innovation growth.


What You Will Walk Away With

Participants complete the program with:

Stronger creative confidence Improved innovation thinking habits Better problem-solving versatility

Higher adaptability in changing environments Greater ability to contribute new ideas

A clear personal creative thinking action plan

A Knowledge Que Course Completion Certificate (8 PDUs)


✅ Certification (Delivery-Neutral & Legally Safe)

On successful completion of the program, learners receive: Knowledge Que – Course Completion Certificate Recognition of 8 Professional Development Units (PDUs) A digital certificate suitable for:

LinkedIn

Resume & Portfolio Professional Profiles

Issued by Knowledge Que – Powered by Experts


Why Knowledge Que

Expert-led, workplace-focused learning

Practical thinking and innovation frameworks

Skill-based development with immediate relevance Programs designed for modern professionals


Copyright

©KnowledgeQue. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted without prior written permission.

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For venue details reach us at [email protected], PH: +1 575 214 2373, Ann Arbor, United States

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