Be Your Best Creative Self

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Approx. 21 hours to complete

Course Summary

Be Your Best Creative Self is a course designed to help individuals unlock their creative potential and develop a creative mindset. The course covers various techniques and strategies to enhance creativity, improve problem-solving skills, and overcome creative blocks.

Key Learning Points

  • Explore various creative processes and techniques
  • Develop a creative mindset and overcome creative blocks
  • Identify and overcome common obstacles to creativity

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Learning Outcomes

  • Develop a creative mindset and approach to problem-solving
  • Explore various creative processes and techniques
  • Overcome common obstacles to creativity

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Open-mindedness to explore new ideas and techniques
  • Willingness to experiment with creative processes

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Self-paced
  • Online

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  • Creative Problem Solving
  • The Science of Creativity

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Description

Welcome to Be Your Best Creative Self, the second course in the Personal Development for Professional Success Specialization.

Knowledge

  • H​ow to reliably attain and nurture a creative state
  • H​ow to brainstorm using four effective and reliable processes
  • H​ow to define and promote your personal brand
  • H​ow to work successfully with others as a creative professional

Outline

  • Module 1: Creativity and Effective Brainstorming
  • Welcome to Be Your Best Creative Self
  • A little about your instructor.
  • What does "creative" really mean?
  • Avoid falling for the left brain/right brain myth.
  • Creativity is a practice.
  • Confidence builds momentum and momentum builds confidence.
  • Know when and where to work.
  • Here are four ways to get moving.
  • Make a list to make progress.
  • Tell a story.
  • Start a conversation.
  • Devour your world.
  • Revision is creative.
  • Talent matters, not things.
  • Why Take This Course?
  • The Left Brain, the Right Brain, and Points-in-Between
  • Creative Exercises
  • Making a List to Make Progress
  • Quiz: About creativity
  • Module 2: Your Personal Brand
  • Identity matters.
  • Stand out.
  • People like good people.
  • Everything you make should reflect everything you believe.
  • Great products deserve great packaging.
  • Become a chameleon.
  • Catch mistakes before your clients do.
  • Growth is a choice.
  • Everything You Do Matters
  • About branding
  • Module 3: Working with Others
  • Be good, but be easy.
  • Everyone talks.
  • Give them dreams, not keepsakes.
  • Taking criticism is the job.
  • Reading people is impossible.
  • With practice you can avoid most traps.
  • If you must, surrender, but never give up.
  • No one likes to be bullied.
  • Do unto others.
  • Nothing teaches like teaching.
  • Never stop growing.
  • Whenever you can, make work fun!
  • Are You a Trap?
  • The Mood Board
  • Intentional vs. Accidental Growth
  • Top Ten Tips for Creative Professionals
  • About working with others

Summary of User Reviews

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users have praised the course for its practical exercises and hands-on approach to creativity.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Engaging content that inspires creativity
  • Practical exercises that help develop creative skills
  • Expert instructors with extensive experience in creative fields
  • Flexible schedule that allows for self-paced learning
  • Access to a community of like-minded learners

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course to be challenging, particularly those who are new to creative fields
  • Limited feedback provided on creative assignments
  • Some users have found the course to be too basic for their skill level
  • Occasional technical issues with the Coursera platform
  • No certificate or accreditation offered upon completion of the course
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Approx. 21 hours to complete
David Underwood
University of Colorado Boulder
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David Underwood

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