{"title":"Roger von Oech","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the innovative works of \u003cstrong\u003eRoger von Oech\u003c\/strong\u003e, a renowned author whose books on creativity and business have inspired countless entrepreneurs and professionals around the world. With a distinct approach to fostering creativity in the business world, von Oech's writings provide valuable insights and practical tools designed to unlock your creative potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his celebrated titles, \u003cem\u003eThe Creative Contrarian\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a beacon for those seeking to challenge conventional thinking and embrace fresh perspectives in their personal and professional lives. This book, along with others in Roger von Oech's collection, offers compelling ideas and thought-provoking strategies to stimulate innovation and drive successful outcomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiving into Roger von Oech's books means embarking on a journey that encourages you to question norms, embrace your inner maverick, and harness your creativity to achieve business excellence. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, von Oech's works provide enduring wisdom and inspiration to keep you ahead in the rapidly evolving world of business and entrepreneurship.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-creative-contrarian-by-roger-von-oech-9781119843269","title":"The Creative Contrarian","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTackle your thorniest problems using the Wise Fool’s savvy Strategies!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wise Fool is the archetypal contrarian known for his creativity, irreverence, and humour. He looks at life in unorthodox ways and pushes back against the status quo. Throughout history, powerful decision-makers (Egyptian pharaohs, Chinese emperors, Persian sultans, and European kings) consulted Wise Fools to question the assumptions that kept them mired in stale and obsolete solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Creative Contrarian\u003c\/i\u003e, best-selling author (A Whack on the Side of the Head), speaker, and toy designer (Ball of Whacks), Dr. Roger von Oech provides readers with a fully-illustrated “Wise Fool Guide” to challenge established procedures and engage in creative thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRoger shows how to gain the confidence to speak up in “groupthink” situations — and boldly present a different perspective. From laughing at your most beloved ideas to test their validity to adding constraints to problems to reveal new solutions, he offers a framework for creativity that works in business, design, education, and anywhere new ideas are required — and appreciated!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmploying a wealth of stories and examples, \u003ci\u003eThe Creative Contrarian\u003c\/i\u003e presents 20 Wise Fool Strategies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSome offer ideas to enhance your creativity (“Reverse Your Perspective,” “Look for Ambiguity,” and “Kiss a Favourite Idea Goodbye”).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSome provide tips on how to break away from the herd (“Buck the Crowd,” “Flex Your Risk Muscle,” and “Seek Other Right Answers”).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnd still others convey prudent warnings in an unpredictable world (“Exercise Humility,” “Imagine Unintended Outcomes,” and “Develop a Thick Skin”).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, these jewels of insight will help you see things from the Wise Fool’s perspective! As the Wise Fool puts it: “Nothing is more dangerous than an idea when it’s the only one you have”; and “Every ‘right’ idea eventually becomes the ‘wrong’ one.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Creative Contrarian: 20 “Wise Fool” Strategies to Boost Creativity and Curb Groupthink\u003c\/i\u003e is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking fresh solutions to common problems at the office, in the classroom, or at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854922076396,"sku":"9781119843269","price":47.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1b512da4124e0a20e410c96e1a27111f.jpg?v=1759263124"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/roger-von-oech.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}