Graval- Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making
Dear [FIRSTNAME]

Introduction

Are you a creative problem-solver? Do you typically approach a problem from many perspectives or opt for the same old solution that worked in the past?

This workshop will provide the participants with skills that will allow them to understand and apply the process of creativity. Further, they will practice tools that can greatly enhance creativity and effectiveness in problem solving. With hands-on practices on creativity tools, exercises, and group discussion, it helps participants solve old problems in new ways.

Learning Objectives
Participants in this workshop will learn :

  • How to blend lateral thinking and rational thinking in solving problemsHow to adopt a deliberate thinking process for solving problems and finding opportunities
  • How to assess current situation and to identify key areas for improvements
  • How to diagnose root cause(s) so as not to waste time in fixing symptoms
  • How to address old problems from new ways, view all sides of a situation and see beyond the obvious
  • How to generate unconventional ideas, to relate the unrelated and break from “that’s the way it’s always done” thinking
  • How to select the best solution to eliminate problems and apply decision making tools for reaching team consensus
  • How to facilitate dynamic and interactive meetings and encourage team involvement in solving the problem collaboratively
    How to master and apply a range of powerful techniques for solving problems creatively.

Who Should Attend?
The program is essential for people who

  • Need to resolve chronic or ad hoc problems
  • Lead a team to generate unconventional ideas
  • Challenge the existing process and explore creative ways for continuous improvement

Workshop Leader – Deric Chow
For the past 18+ years, Deric has developed talent and leadership management programs in over 40 corporations throughout the Asia-Pacific region. He has trained thousands of managers, executives and employees from a diverse range of businesses in both the public and private sectors, including the banking, insurance, transportation and travel industries. His extensive experience in the human capability management has helped organizations build high performing, cohesive and effective teams. With his comprehensive management training skills, he has harnessed and improved their talent as well as leadership development programs, propelling their performance to new heights. Deric previously held the position of Director of Education & Development for UBS Global Asset Management . Prior to this, he was the Principal Consultant and Regional Consulting Director for DDI International.


Speaker :
Deric Chow
Language :
English
Date and time :
March 29 to March 30, 2010 (Monday and Tuesday) 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Venue :
Cliftons, 6/F Lincoln House, Taikoo Place, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
Inquiries :
Ms Cherrie Chu
Phone: 3100 9160
Email: cherrie.chu@graval.biz
Fees :
@ $4,500
Payment :
A crossed cheque made payable to Graval Limited should be sent to 6/F, Lincoln House, Taikoo Place,
Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
Terms & conditions :
* All booking forms received are CONFIRMED bookings and on a first-come-first-served basis.
* Full payment must be made at least SEVEN (7) DAYS before the event
* Substitution will be accepted.
* Payment can be refunded if cancellation is submitted in writing at least SEVEN (7) DAYS before the event, and the refund amount is subject to a 10% or HK$200 deduction as handling charge, whichever is higher.
* Cancellation made less than SEVEN (7) DAYS is not entitled to any refund.