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Personal Development & Effectiveness - Innovation & Enterprise |
| Course Title |
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Ask Stupid Questions Backstage |
| Course Code |
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ASQ |
| Synopsis |
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The spirit of ASQ is perhaps best summarized by Thomas Stewart, author of Intellectual Capital and contributing editor at Fortune, in the 21 Nov 2001 issue of Business 2.0:
Often people don't speak up because they don't want to look stupid. Singapore's National Library Board, an extraordinarily innovative place...attacked this problem with a series of "Ask Stupid QuestionsTM" forums for staff members - gatherings where permission to look
ignorant was cheerfully, even enthusiastically, granted..."
In a nutshell, ASQ generates unconventional ideas for breakthrough solutions. ASQ is a four-stage process for people to ask any question in relation to a theme in a fun and spontaneous way. Using these questions as a base, participants will arrive at innovative ideas that can be further developed into projects or resolve organisational challenges. The ASQ experience incorporates a fusion of art, theatre, board games, relays, music and games. |
| Objective |
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At the end of the workshop, you will be able to:
- gain first-hand experience of the ASQ process - a fusion approach to ideas generation in relation to the project group/division/organisation''s mission/goals/objectives.
- unleash creative thinking powers in a fun and uninhibited way.
- learn the art and skills of framing a "stupid" question.
- evaluate questions using the AC and CRAP models.
- use Connection Grid to generate multi-dimensional WOW! solutions in relation to a theme.
- learn how to create powerful pitches for solutions.
- learn valuable facilitation skills |
| Course Outline |
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Experience ASQ: Learn the different creativity techniques employed in each round of ASQ by going through the workshop as a participant:
- One Burning Question
- Follow Your Heart
- The Buzz
- The Pitch
Going Backstage: A golden opportunity to go "behind the scenes" and learn the tools and techniques on how to conduct a successful ASQ Workshop. The facilitator will also share useful facilitation skills and energizers.
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| Trainers / Facilitators |
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The INVENT Division of the National Library Board
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| Division |
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1, 2 & 3 |
| Especially Relevant For |
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All division 1, 2 and 3 officers who are interested in creativity and innovation to open up their mind to the world of possibilities. |
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| Time |
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9.00am - 5.00pm |
| Duration |
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1 Day |
| Course Fee |
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$326.35 (inclusive of 7% GST) |
| Additional Fee Info |
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Absentees will be charged the full course fee.
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| Name |
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Jeyalatchumi Subbiah |
| Contact No. |
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68741792 |
| Email |
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jeyalatchumi_subbiah@cscollege.gov.sg |
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| Participant Comments |
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"-- we felt the hours flying away and we were also allowed to learn painlessly throughout.... much better than some of the excruciating courses attended in the past..."
"Thanks for running a great session. To be honest, I started out a little skeptical. By the
end, I was completely sold. You have a very good idea there - the techniques are simple and yet very effective. I can see why NLB is winning accolades from all over for its innovative spirit and dynamic culture."
"This is very efficient! Management who attended were surprised you could achieve so
much in 1 day."
"Everything falls into place throughout this seminar. Our ideas kept on pouring in and made us aware of what good it can do for us when we apply it to work. You guys are great! Simply amazing."
"This helped me think openly and explore all possibilities!"
"The form and structure put together by all of you in ASQ can certainly be the next wave in
creative learning."
"It''s amazing! You guys ask questions like you work in my company."
"Meaningful activities and it creates a fun way to learn."
"Very competent and interesting trainers and facilitators." |
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