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In this seminar you will learn how to:

* Recognize and overcome the barriers to critical thinking & creative thinking
* Identify and solve problems through inductive and deductive reasoning
* Develop & implement creative (and practical) solutions to complex problems
* Stimulate critical thinking in team members, colleagues, vendors, and clients
* Accurately assess key information during meetings, classes & conversations
* Collect, analyze, and process new information using multiple perspectives
* Communicate their new ideas properly to ensure complete "buy-in"

PUBLIC SEMINAR SCHEDULE: www.targetlearning.net/public-seminars.html

This program can also be offered on-site for organizations and groups.

Group Rate: $2,500 (maximum 30 participants)
Per Person Rate: $195 (minimum 5 participants)

These rates include the following:

* A 1-day interactive training class customized to your specifications
* Delivery of the class at a location and time of your choosing
* A workbook for each participant containing all the memory strategies
* Worksheets to apply the strategies using their personal thinking style
* Six months of access to your instructor after the training class

TESTIMONIALS

"Lots of good material.  Overall, interesting approach by looking at creativity in terms of total client relationship instead of just brainstorming.  I found it worthwhile."   Janet Cabot, Partner (BSMG Worldwide)

"I enjoyed it a lot and learned a lot.  Very excellent class.  Highly recommend to all employees."  Leonard Horne, Keyboard Operator

"I liked everything about this class.  It was eye opening on our thinking process - what works and what will not."  Dallene Dene, Administrative Assistant

"I was pleased to learn how different people perceive information and how to communicate better to those folks."  Steven Amigh, Program Manager

 

 


Outline

TARGET THINKING
A Creative & Critical Thinking Seminar
 
SECTION 1 - HOW WE THINK

Learning Style Indicator
A personal assessment tool to identify your most efficient way to receive new information.

Thinking Style Indicator
A personal assessment tool identify your most efficient way to process new information.

Style Definitions
Descriptions for the different learning, thinking, and operational styles that can affect how we interact with others.

SECTION 2  WHAT'S THE PROBLEM?

The Critical Mind
Reasons why some people are better than others at critical and creative thinking.

Jump-Starting the Brain
Techniques to help you become mentally active and focused before starting a project.

External Barriers to Thinking
Physical and organizational factors at work that can prevent you from viewing information from a critical and creative viewpoint.

Internal Barriers to Thinking
Mental and emotional factors that can keep you from creating new ideas and seeing the big picture when trying to solve problems.

Dealing with Perceptions
A worksheet to help you recognize potential problems with your co-workers, supervisors, vendors, and customers (and develop practical solutions).

Problem Identification
A variety of techniques to help you identify & define the real reason for the problem - from a strategic & tactical perspective.

Critical Reading
Tips on how to read with a strong critical perspective to ensure the information is accurate and worthwhile.

SECTION 3  GENERATING NEW IDEAS

Brain Stimulation Tips
Several activities (& foods) to improve blood flow to the brain and stir the creative juices.

Creative Linear Thinking
Structured methods for generating practical solutions for complex problems.

Creative Global Thinking
Flexible methods for generating practical solutions for complex problems.

Creative Team Thinking
Strategies for creative thinking in group settings.

SECTION 4  PUTTING IT TOGETHER

Idea Implementation
Strategies for implementing new ideas to ensure your ideas achieve their purpose.

Communicating New Ideas
Strategies for effectively communicating your ideas to gain collective “buy-in”.

Personal Thinking Checklist
A step-by-step checklist to ensure you accurately define the problem, solve the problem, and implement the solution efficiently and effectively.

SECTION 5  PROGRAM WORKSHEETS

In the Strategies Workbook, you will have worksheets and templates to help you create, organize, and communicate new ideas to others inside and outside of your organization.

Speaker/s

Stephen Gexler is the owner of Target Learning and the Lead Instructor for all its programs. He earned a master's degree in Adult Education with an Instructional Design emphasis, along with a Graduate Certificate in Training Systems Development. Stephen has successfully taught seminars or training programs at the following organizations:

Schools & Colleges 

Williams College, Bowdoin College, Wesleyan University, Yale University, The Citadel, Hartwick College, Bridgewater College, Susquehanna University, Foothill-De Anza College, Connecticut College, Stephens College, Choate-Rosemary Hall School | Heathwood-Hall Preparatory School, San Diego Community College District 

Business Organizations

Citicorp, BF Goodrich Aerospace, MoneyTree, Inc., Verizon Communications, GMAC Financial, BSMG Worldwide, Stallion Oil Fields, Syngenta Seeds, Inc.,, Padgett-Thompson, SureWest Communications, Genentech,  Casino Arizona, Eagle Mountain Casino, Roebbelen Contracting Keppel AmFELS, Broadcast Supply Worldwide, Wolf, Rifkin, Shapiro, Shulman & Rapkin, LLC,  Restaurant Supply Chain Solutions (a Yum! Brands Co-Op), DP Wolff, Inc., GroupM, Inc.

Government & Non-Profit Organizations

U.S. Government Printing Office, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, U.S. Naval Undersea Warfare Center, ICMA Retirement Corporation, CalTech - Jet Propulsion Lab, American Hospital Administration Professionals, U.S. Navy, Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Dept. of Defense, Oasis, Impact Ministries, Association of South Carolina Oncology Managers, Matador Community Credit Union, Bishop Paiute Tribe

Subjects Taught  

Leadership & Management Skills, Creative Thinking. Critical Thinking, Team-Building, Dealing with Difficult Employees, Interviewing Skills, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Business Writing, Business Grammar, Speed Reading, Memory Improvement, Creating a Positive Work Environment, Technical Writing, Writing Policies & Procedures, Managing Projects & Priorities, Accelerated Learning, Copywriting, Listening Skills, Study Skills, Train the Trainer

Overall, Stephen has more than 30 years of professional experience in business and educational environments.  His previous positions include:

Director of Continuing Education - Northern State University
Director of Workforce Training & Community Ed. - Cerro Coso College
Campus Director - Fisher College
District Manager - Select Comfort Corporation
Center Director - American Learning Corporation
Project Supervisor - Intel Corporation

For comments about Stephen's instructional style and effectiveness go to:

www.targetlearning.net/commentsinstructor.html

Special Offer

50% DISCOUNT

If you complete any Target Learning Webinar or Seminar, you are eligible to receive 50% off any of our other webinars and seminars. 

For details, contact [email protected]

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We can show you how to learn and communicate new information more efficiently and effectively using your personal thinking style.

TRAINING PROGRAMS   www.targetlearning.net/training.html

Customized training classes that can be provided at a location & time of your choosing. 

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Self-paced, interactive webinars that include unlimited access to an instructor for three months.  Free online tours available.

PUBLIC SEMINARS    www.targetlearning.net/public.html

Professional development and personal enrichment seminars available to the public nationwide. 

INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION   www.targetlearning.net/individual.html

One-on-one onsite instruction and six months of unlimited access to your instructor to help you implement the program strategies.

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