So you've landed a new job, and you're eager to make a good impression. You want to be seen as a creative thinker who can bring new ideas to the table and help the company succeed.
But how do you do that? How can you stand out from the crowd and show your boss that you're the one they should be looking to for creative solutions?
Here are a few tips to help you get started:
1. Be observant.
Pay attention to what's going on around you, both inside and outside of work. What are people talking about? What trends do you see in the industry? How can you apply those observations to your new role?
2. Be open-minded.
One of the best ways to be creative is to keep an open mind. Be willing to consider new ideas, even if they're outside of your comfort zone. If you're open to new possibilities, you're more likely to find the innovative solutions that your team is looking for.
3. Don't take yourself too seriously!
It's only natural to feel self-conscious when you're in a new environment with new people. But try to relax and be yourself. If you can joke around and have fun, you're more likely to feel safer exploring creative ideas with your team.
4. Find ways to collaborate.
Network within the organization. Spend time in the pantry to get to know folks outside your team and your department – you'll never know when fresh inspiration strikes.
5. "Yes, and..." everything.
In improv comedy, one of the core tenets is known as “Yes, and…” It simply means that you have to allow anything to happen. You don't disagree with what your acting partner throws at you – you build on it and add your own spin.
When you practice this in brainstorming and planning sessions, you will foster openness to new ideas and a creative environment where everyone can contribute.
Even when you're on your own, you can apply this to your own mind-mapping exercise. Go through all the ideas that you have: you don't need to give everything the same weight, but you'll be able to draw out something good in what seems like a messy pile of post-it notes at first.
6. Keep a journal.
Record your thoughts and new ideas. This will help you track your progress and keep your ideas fresh. It will also help you to spot patterns and connections in the ideas you’ve developed over time.
7. Encourage yourself to try something new.
If you're feeling a bit stuck, don't be afraid to take a risk. Trying something different can help spark creative thinking and lead to unexpected ideas that could be just what the team needs.
With these tips in mind, you will be sure to make a great impression at your new job. Showcase your creative skills and bring innovative ideas to the table – then, you're sure to make a splash at your new job!
P.S.
Here's a video I watched that helped me!
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