Creativity Thrives on Serendipity
🚀 Expect the Unexpected – Many discoveries, from penicillin to microwave ovens, happened by accident—but only to those paying attention.
🗺 Wander to Discover – Exploration, whether physical or intellectual, leads to unexpected creative breakthroughs.
🔎 Be Open to Happy Accidents – Sometimes, the best ideas come from mistakes or unintended results.
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Creativity is not about sudden genius but about making connections, questioning assumptions, and staying open to new ideas. John Adair explores how curiosity, observation, serendipity, and persistence fuel innovation. By keeping a notebook, testing ideas, and embracing ambiguity, anyone can develop creative thinking skills to generate fresh solutions and insights.
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