The Art of Unexpected Solutions

Using Lateral Thinking to Find Breakthroughs
1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-3986-2593-8
Verlag: Kogan Page

Buch, Englisch, 192 Seiten, Format (B × H): 138 mm x 216 mm, Gewicht: 666 g

Some of the greatest innovations in history happened by chance. Penicillin, Slinkies, Teflon - each was an unexpected discovery. So, how do we harness such creativity in business?

The Art of Unexpected Solutions shows you how to experiment and think divergently in order to discover new and innovative ways of doing business. By taking risks and being open to unintended outcomes, you'll solve problems in ways you would never have imagined possible. You'll disrupt your chosen field and become a trendsetter, leaving competitors who stick to conventional ways of doing things in your wake.

Using real-world examples and insightful research, this book, from author of the international bestseller Lateral Thinking for Every Day, shows you how to explore unconventional ideas in order to break new ground in business. Once you've learned the value of unexpected solutions, you'll never play it safe again.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Sloane, Paul

Norman, Ryan

Fachgebiete

• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Management Forschung & Entwicklung (F&E), Innovation

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter - Chapter 1: The Myth of Control: Embracing the Power of Chance; Chapter - Chapter 2: Cultivating Curiosity: The Seedbed of Serendipity; Chapter - Chapter 3: The Art of Observation: Noticing the Unseen; Chapter - Chapter 4: Breaking Free from Mental Ruts: Challenging Assumptions; Chapter - Chapter 5: The Power of Divergent Thinking: Exploring the Unexpected; Chapter - Chapter 6: The Accidental Catalyst: Turning Obstacles into Opportunities; Chapter - Chapter 7: The Art of Connection: Finding Meaning in the Unrelated; Chapter - Chapter 8: The Network Effect: Building Bridges for Serendipity; Chapter - Chapter 9: The Role of Intuition: Trusting Your Gut; Chapter - Chapter 10: The Practice of Play: Fostering a Spirit of Exploration; Chapter - Chapter 11: Creating Conditions for Serendipity: Nurturing a Culture of Innovation; Chapter - Chapter 12: Embracing the Unknown: A Journey of Discovery and Delight;

Über Autor(innen)

Sloane, Paul
Paul Sloane is an experienced speaker, course leader and facilitator. A recognised authority on innovation and creative speaking, he speaks and gives workshops to leading corporations around the world. He is also the best-selling author of How to Be a Brilliant Thinker, The Innovative Leader, The Leader's Guide to Lateral Thinking Skills and editor of A Guide to Open Innovation and Crowdsourcing, all published by Kogan Page.

Paul Sloane is an experienced speaker, course leader and facilitator. A recognized authority on innovation and creative speaking, he speaks and gives workshops to leading corporations around the world. He is also the best-selling author of How to Be a Brilliant Thinker, The Innovative Leader and editor of A Guide to Open Innovation and Crowdsourcing, all published by Kogan Page. He is based in Surrey, UK.