💡How to command attention, win respect, and secure that coveted office parking spot
Or at least some high fives from your colleagues
“Creativity is thinking up new things. Innovation is doing new things.” - Theodore Levitt
💡There’s no Shortage of Good Ideas in the Workplace.
Hey Innovators,
In your buzzing workplace, creativity is king! Isn’t it?
You're all about fostering those lightbulb moments and embracing continuous improvement. But here's the thing – not many ideas get their moment in the spotlight. Why? Because the world rewards not just the dreamers but the savvy communicators.
Picture this: You've got an earth-shattering idea, but if it's not explained well, it might as well be hiding in the Bermuda Triangle of creativity. Let's make sure your genius doesn't play hide and seek with success. Here are some tips to get your brainchild noticed:
Keep it Snappy: Write down your idea on a single page. Writing your thoughts gives them clarity.
Dress it Up: Every superstar idea needs a flashy entrance. Give it a catchy name and a tagline to remember.
Show Me the Money: Outline the problem, the potential savings, or income increase – put it in figures, throw in a chart. Make it rain with financial insight.
Talk the Talk: Try your pitch out on a hole-poker colleague. You know, the one who can poke holes in anything. Refine your arguments and include them in your one-pager.
Win the Hearts and Minds: Informally propose your idea to a mix of colleagues and leaders. Get them on your side and listen to their rejections. Address those concerns on your one-pager.
Still standing strong? Time to go big:
Slide into Success: Craft a killer slide deck. Start with the nifty name, of course! State your idea up front.
Problem Solved: Break down the problem on Slide 2.
Money Talks: Slide 3 dives into the economics – what happens if the problem is left untouched?
Solution Unveiled: Slide 4 unveils the magic of your solution.
Show Me the Green: Slide 5 outlines the resources needed for implementation.
Lights, Camera, Action!: Slide 6 brings your plan to life with a project plan showing the steps, the milestones, and the timeline of cost reduction and revenue increase.
Encore, Encore!: Slide 7 repeats the magic of the opening slide - repeat the idea (aka the solution) – ta-da!
Expect doubters, sceptics, and maybe even idea thieves. But you? You're a rare breed – a team player with both creative and logical chops. So, go ahead, claim that prime parking space from the office administrator. You've earned it, ideas maestro!
Here's to your genius shining bright.