How to do Probe-Based Innovation

Use these tactics Uncover hidden hopes and fears Imagine the future Spot change signals for future development Test out your bigger ideas Reflect and broaden your thinking Let’s explore these tactics with an example: Pip’s Cafe Your task is to develop an app for Pip’s Cafe for pre-ordering coffee, and determine if this innovation is … Read more

How to Build Psychological Safety

Use these tactics Guide your team to set achievable goals Learn how each team member works best Make people feel included Create a culture of sharing Let’s explore these tactics with an example: Pip’s International School The school’s leadership aims to nurture educators by fostering a risk-taking environment without insecurity or embarrassment. See below how … Read more

How to build an effective team

Use these tactics Have better conversations Communicate who does what Spend more time on high-value work Let’s explore these tactics with an example: Pip’s Recruitment Agency The agency wants to enhance their effectiveness by building a new website with a team that values strong teamwork and clear communication. See below how Pip’s Recruitment Agency uses … Read more

How to align with your purpose

Use these tactics Create a shared vision Instil values for your vision Help your team make decisions Move your vision to execution Let’s explore these tactics with an example: Pip’s Creative Agency The agency aims to align its interdisciplinary creative team with a shared purpose, so everyone understands their role and the bigger picture. See … Read more

How to value your team

Use these tactics Improve onboarding Check in with your team Share good vibes Let’s explore these tactics with an example: Pip’s Travel Agency The agency aims to better value its team by prioritising wellbeing and ensuring every member feels appreciated. See below how Pip’s Travel Agency uses these tactics to solve their challenge.

How to use Idea Tactics to anticipate problems and reduce disruption on technical projects

Pip characters on background of Idea Tactics cards - a few laid out on a desk. Frodge is in the middle, looking up and thinking.

Idea Tactics isn’t just for coming up with ideas for shiny new “creative” things like marketing campaigns; it’s a toolkit that can help you find smart solutions to almost any problem, even super technical ones!  In this post, you’ll find an example 2-day process using Idea Tactics based on a real-life scenario shared by a … Read more