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 creative methods as a catalyst to explore organisational life

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

creative approaches for professional learning and development

Maverick Minds is an experiential learning and development consultancy.  The inclusion of creative processes underpinned by reflection and dialogue are integral to Maverick Minds workshops and programs.  Workshops, programs and creative events are designed to place participants at the heart of the learning experience and inquiry process.  Engaging in Artful Inquiry to generate understanding and meaning and connect people and ideas is the philosophy that drives Maverick Minds.  Our programs and experiential sessions endeavour to balance the practical, rational and objective with the intuitive, imaginative and subjective - the space between art and business.  This is the space in which new ideas, possibilities and solutions emerge.  Involvement in the creative process leads to imaginative and creative ways to explore and find solutions to professional challenges.

creativity and inquiry require cultivation

Creativity and innovation are essential ingredients for economic growth and organisational development. Creativity and innovation require cultivation.  Innovation doesn't just happen.  For innovation to occur a culture of inquiry, and a creative mindset needs to be embedded in organisations.  Businesses need to invest in and develop the creative potential, capacity, and leadership of their greatest asset - their people.

While Maverick Minds is serious about learning that builds creative potential, collaboration, effective communication and healthy relationships we know that experimentation and 'serious play' are integral to the learning experience.  The facilitated creative methods and initiatives provide a unique approach for working with groups.  It enables an exploration of 'known' organisational challenges and opportunities and allows for the emergent.  The processes offer a reframing of the situation through a 'hands-on' creative lens that provides new perspectives and insights; the possibility 'to see things in a new light'. Creative learning experiences and interventions promotes:

  • creativity
  • relationship building/a sense of community
  • options
  • collaboration and co-creation
  • conversation/communication/constructive dialogue
  • knowledge creation
  • a different quality of information and data
  • self-confidence
  • self-awareness
  • critical and reflective thinking
  • shared and personal meaning in professional practice
  • team performance
  • appreciation of diversity
  • different perspectives 
  • understanding
  • imaginative thinking
  • risk-taking
  • exploration of new ideas
  • engaged employees
  • playfulness 
  • professional artistry - the opportunity to reflect on your profession as an artform
  • the potential for change

Effective learning, development and transformation do not happen in a linear way; it is multi-dimensional. Through the methodology of Artful Inquiry Maverick Minds designs and delivers programs and workshops in collaboration with clients and participants that encourage reflection and dialogue.  The workshops give space for spontaneity, creative expression, collaboration, dialogue and change.

Maverick Minds philosophy reflects a holistic and embodied approach to transformational learning and development of people. Emphasis is on the learner's experience and placing people at the centre of the experience. We recognise the knowledge and experience of the people we work with.

Our belief, and what we see happen is the arts-based experience acting as a catalyst for stimulating discussion and generating meaning at an individual and collective level. The interaction and co-creation from those participating along with artful facilitation creates environments that support diversity and encourages dialogue, reflection, creativity and new possibilities.

Dr Cathryn Lloyd, Principal