Jason Raisleger

7 Creativity Improvement Exercises

Stuck in a creative rut? Here are some strategies to break out of it and get back on track to creating impactful content. Whether you're an entrepreneur brainstorming new ideas or a writer looking for inspiration, these exercises can help.

How to Think of New Ideas

Sometimes, trying too hard to think of new ideas can be counterproductive. Instead, try "question storming" by jotting down every question that comes to mind without filtering them. Questions like these can spark new ideas:

Strategies to Disrupt Your Mind

What is Counterintuitive?

Challenge norms by exploring counterintuitive ideas. For example, consider the idea that it's time to kill the webinar. Ask yourself why certain norms exist and how challenging them could reveal fresh insights.

What is Something People Would Hate?

Think of ideas that might provoke a strong, negative response. This thought experiment can reveal insights about audience preferences and the limits of traditional thinking.

Connect the Unrelated

Draw connections between unrelated concepts, such as the commonalities between baseball and co-working spaces. Stretching your mind in this way can uncover surprising ideas.

Writer’s Block Isn’t Real

One way to tackle writer’s block is simply to write without worrying about perfection. Start typing—anything—and you'll be surprised at how quickly ideas begin to flow.

Write for An Individual

When writing, imagine addressing a single person. This helps you focus and avoid trying to please everyone, which can dilute your message.

Pretend to be Someone Else

Try writing from the perspective of a person you admire—or even someone you dislike. This shift in perspective can open up new styles and insights.

Use New Words

Pick a word you've never used before and incorporate it into your writing. This can uncover fresh ideas and lead to more vivid content.