You often hear of brainstorming in a business sense. Why? Because it draws on the collective wisdom of ideas, knowledge, and opportunities. It usually leads to a more successful outcome.

The actual act of writing down options/scenarios helps to clarify the path. And clarity is what we also want to achieve, so it makes sense to utilize some of these tactics for our own benefit.

Cassandra Clare a New York Times Bestselling Author of the Mortal Instruments said "My ideas often come from strong mental images. When I’m observing some relatively ordinary thing. I’ll think, “What if…” and out of that brainstorming a story emerges.”

Understanding how to use different brainstorming techniques can be a powerful tool for you to wield. Throughout this course, you’ll be introduced to several great options of brainstorming techniques. Once you understand them, you can identify which is best for you. Don’t be concerned by the terminology, as you’ll find they are just processes designed to bring out ideas and pathways which will help you construct your masterpiece.

Because we showcase various brainstorming techniques for you to look at, and once you understand how they work, you can mix and match them for the best results. You can gather more perspectives on your topic or problem and develop new ideas using your brainstorming technique.