O que você faz se os membros da sua equipe tiverem ideias criativas conflitantes?

Be happy you're getting conflicting ideas. One of the toughest jobs in a creative leadership position is inspiring different ideas, the more different, the better. Remember that creative sparks happen when metal strikes metal. Your job is to be sure that the conflict stays within the ideas, and not the members of the team. This means weighing and considering all the points and value of each idea, encouraging discussion, and creating an atmosphere focused on answering "how do we make these work" instead of people simply saying "no, that's not going to work."

Actively encouraging your team to think beyond the expected, leads to diverse ideas shaped by each team member’s unique experiences. Honest discussion (not judgement) is a way to capitalize on the best parts of each to either implement, or tuck away for another use.

Start by fostering open communication and active listening, every voice deserves to be heard! 🗣️💬 Encourage brainstorming sessions where ideas flow freely like a river, and don't be afraid to mix and match elements from different concepts to create something truly unique! 💡🔄 Remember, it's all about finding common ground and working together towards a shared vision, let's turn those conflicting ideas into complementary pieces of the puzzle! 🧩🚀

Quando membros da equipe têm ideias criativas conflitantes, agir como um mediador habilidoso pode transformar o conflito em colaboração. Encoraje um ambiente de respeito mútuo, onde cada ideia seja ouvida e considerada. Use técnicas de brainstorming coletivo, como a metodologia "sim, e...", para construir sobre as ideias uns dos outros em vez de rejeitá-las. Promova sessões de feedback construtivo, focando nas soluções e não nos problemas. Se necessário, vote nas ideias para tomar decisões democráticas. Lembre-se, a diversidade de pensamento é uma força, não uma fraqueza.

Thank you for the opportunity to contribute: Active listening I think before making a decision, it is essential to listen to all ideas and points of view. This allows us to understand the reasons behind each proposal and assess its potential. To identify common objectives, we have to make sure everyone understands the project objectives and goals. This can help align creative ideas toward a shared goal. Although ideas may seem contradictory initially, it is possible that they have elements in common or can be combined in some way. finally, cultivate a learning environment, and encourage your team to view disagreements as opportunities to learn and grow. Recognizes and celebrates diverse opinions and perspectives as a team strength.

For active listening: get rid of distractions, maintain eye contact, and give everyone the attention they deserve. When you respond, do so honestly and constructively. Ask questions. Your feedback should be respectful and aimed at understanding both ideas. This way, you foster an environment where people feel seen and heard.

Conflicting ideas should be expected when working with a strong creative team--indeed, I would be much more concerned if there were not conflicting proposals that deliver to an established strategy. For leaders evaluating conflicting proposals, first you must establish that these proposals are in strong alignment with the chosen strategy within the established brand personality of the client or company. From there, the question is: does each proposal represent a valid solution to the problem, and in what ways? Proposals that have clear answers and visible benefits are generally stronger, but there are always multiple valid solutions to creative problems. Team discussions following the above framework should create a level-playing field.

In navigating creative conflict through the lens of game theory, I orchestrated a strategy akin to chess moves, strategically considering each team member's contribution as a vital piece on the board. I encouraged open dialogue, discerning the strengths and weaknesses of each idea. Just as in chess, where every move influences the next, I ensured that each compromise and decision propelled us toward our collective objective—leveraging diverse perspectives, and achieving a successful outcome. TEAMPLAY, group participation + enrollment are mission-critical. Celebrating individual uniqueness, opposing POVs lend to enhanced outputs. For practical applications and lessons learned please DM me. Easy Day! Mj

I recently came across this quote from Milton Glaser: “There are three responses to a piece of design—yes, no, and WOW! Wow is the one to aim for.” Diverse ideas shaped by confident leadership (not group decision-making) can help you get to “WOW.”

It's best to evaluate ideas based on their alignment with the goal or strategy at hand. Having a clear brand strategy and identity can naturally filter out ideas that don't fit within the established framework, though it doesn't necessarily mean those ideas are inferior. Utilizing social media accounts to test new ideas and gather feedback can be valuable. If an idea performs well on social media, it may merit further consideration for implementation elsewhere. Especially in the realm of social media, fostering a diverse range of ideas is crucial for innovation and adaptation.