Creativity is complex

The whole process of producing ideas doesn't end when an idea is generated. Ideation should be followed by an evaluation part.

• Idea generation: it means coming up different ways to solve a problem. The focus here is on quantity.
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When you find yourself stuck on something and are rehashing it in your mind, ask yourself whether you’re ruminating or actually problem-solving. 

Make sure that you’re focused on seeking solutions, thinking about ways to mitigate an issue or how to prevent problems from blowing up ev...

It is basically a polite word for getting things done. But the right kind of things.

Effective means "producing a result that is wanted". Efficient means "capable of producing desired results without wasting materials, time, or energy". The difference is that when ...