C U LT U R E
“Creativity is thinking up new things. Innovation is doing new things.”
– Theodore Levitt
MEDITATION
FOR CREATIVITY
ONE OF THE most effective ways to
increase your creativity is through
meditation. Practicing meditation
quiets the mind, allowing new ideas to
enter and take root. Meditation can also
be done on your time, wherever you
are. Here are some ways to make medi-
tation part of your regular work life.
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During lunch, recognize any thoughts of
work that enter your mind, and then move
on. Choose to be fully present by focusing
on your food or conversations.
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Take a walk around the block or down
the hall. While walking, focus your
attention on the sensations in your feet,
ankles, and calves.
5 WAYS TO BOOST
CREATIVITY
For some professionals, creativity may seem like a foreign concept.
But, before you can get innovative, you have to get creative. Creativity
powers innovation by allowing business leaders to expand their
perspective, transform their strategic thinking, find new business
opportunities, and disrupt industries.
Ready to boost your creativity in and out of the office? Try these four tips:
P RACTICE MAKES PERFECT
Creativity is like a muscle—to
get the most use out of it, it needs
to be trained. Make sure you’re
intentionally trying to think
creatively any time you see the
opportunity to do something new. W
M T
IX IT UP
Changing your surroundings can
provide the spark that your brain needs
to come up with a new idea. Rearranging
your office or desk setup, cleaning
up your bulletin board, or sitting in a
new area of the office may provide the
inspiration you need.
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ORK TOGETHER
Sometimes, all you need
is a fresh perspective. If you’re
feeling stuck, chat with a coworker
from a different department or ask
for advice from a colleague in a
different field.
AKE A BREAK
Your creativity muscles need
to rest, too. Take the necessary
time for quiet reflection on your
new ideas and schedule in breaks
during long meetings or work
sessions where creativity is
required.
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Pause before you work. Before diving
into your task list, take a few moments to
close your eyes, count your breaths, and
allow any thoughts that enter your mind
to gently slip away.
These simple, quick techniques will
allow your mind to rest and reflect,
ensuring you have the brainpower
necessary to think creatively and be
productive.
To read about how
meditation can improve
your company’s bottom line, visit
connect.snb.com/meditation.