Challenge assumptions
Question the status quo and test assumptions before they become costly mistakes. Every organization operates on assumptions that go unexamined—"we've always done it this way" becomes invisible. These techniques deliberately surface and stress-test beliefs, identify blind spots, and open space for alternatives. Use them when entering new markets, reviewing failed projects, or whenever success depends on seeing clearly rather than comfortably.
5-Minute User Interview
Practice interviewing under pressure. Five minutes forces you to ask meaningful questions. Constraints reveal skill. You can't waste time on small tal...
Assumption Mapping
Every project has assumptions. This exercise makes them visible. Write down what you think you know. Be honest about what's validated versus what you ...
Business Model Canvas
The Business Model Canvas puts your entire business on one page. This forces clarity on how you create, deliver, and capture value. It's a thinking to...
App First Impressions
Participants share first reactions to popular apps, discussing what grabbed their attention or caused confusion. This helps teams understand the impor...
Lean UX
Lean UX favors rapid experimentation over documentation. Teams build hypotheses about user behavior, test them fast, and iterate based on feedback. It...
Logo Redesign
This is a fast-paced creative challenge. Participants redesign famous logos with opposite personality traits. This activates visual thinking skills. I...
Marshmallow Challenge
Teams construct the tallest freestanding structure using spaghetti, tape, string, and a marshmallow. It's a classic for a reason. This activity builds...
Question Transformation Workshop
Bad questions yield bad answers. This exercise re-trains your team to ask open, curious, and productive questions. Transform real-world questions to b...
Redesign The Stop Sign
A fast-paced design challenge using a familiar object. It explores design constraints, user needs, and creative problem-solving. This activity builds ...
Superpower For Work
Participants choose superpowers to boost their work. This reveals challenges and aspirations. The exercise fosters connection and shows the team's div...
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This workshop was incredibly effective for our remote team! We adapted it slightly for a virtual setting and it worked wonderfully. The key was breaking into smaller breakout rooms.
Great resource! One tip: prepare all materials the day before to avoid any last-minute rushes.
Used this for our quarterly planning session. The structured approach really helped us stay on track!