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Sleep on It
I speak all over the world on the topic of innovation to businesses, trade associations, NGO’s and governmental organizations, and I have addressed this topic numerous times in this blog (see below). There are a myriad of strategies and tools employers can use to spark innovation, however, there is one simple thing they can do today to help get their workers’ creative juices flowing: They can let them take a nap!
The idea of allowing an employee to take a snooze on the company’s dime undoubtedly sounds heretical to many managers and executives but if you want to become an ”Exponential Executive,” I’d encourage you to follow the lead of companies such as Google, Cisco Systems and Procter & Gamble. They are now installing ”Energy Pods” (see the above photo) and encouraging employees to take 15-30 minute naps during the day.
The logic is simple: sleep can aid the brain in processing business problems and can lead to new insights. Still not convinced? My advice: sleep on it.
Interested in other innovative ideas from Jack Uldrich? Check out these past articles:
Develop a Future Bias
What’s Impossible?
Think 10X, Not 10%
Unlearn Your Mind-Set
The Power of Zenzizenzizenzic
Cultivate a Beginner’s Mind
Want to Spur Innovation? Award a Prize
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