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The Art of Creative Thinking presents a practical framework that blends business‑and‑engineering systematic approaches with the intuitive methods of art and music. By following the DO IT process—Define the problem, Open your mind, Identify solutions, and Transform the problem—readers learn how to nurture, develop, and exercise creative abilities.
The book shows how these skills can be applied to everyday, on‑the‑job problems, helping individuals spot opportunities and generate fresh insights. Practicing the techniques is shown to boost productivity while also contributing to improved health and overall happiness.
First publish date: 1980
Genre: Self-Help & Personal Development/Motivation & Success
Authors: Robert Wallace Olson
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