What is creativity?

You may think you have a pretty darn good understanding of what creativity is- you see it, you hear about it, and maybe you even practice it. But what exactly makes something creative? And how can one get better at creativity?

Creativity is a mindset, a skill set, and a tool set. It’s a framework for approaching problems. It involves brainstorming a lot of ideas, seeking novelty, deferring judgment, and building off the ideas of others.

When it comes down to it, creativity is about going beyond just your first right answer and discovering the second, third, or 124th.

Why is it important?

Practicing creativity will bring creative confidence, and with creative confidence will come your ability to look at problems as opportunities. You will find new solutions to personal opportunities and change your life.  You will find creative solutions to community opportunities and change your world.  You will discover new connections to improve the world for all of us.