9 Ways to Indulge Your Creative Side at Work

The value of creativity, in work and in life, cannot be oversold. A lot has been written about how to brainstorm more effectively, for instance, but what about those creative experiences that we learn so much from as kids? Can they help us at work?

I’ve recently discovered that the answer is yes — creative experiences can help you run your business better. In fact, I was recently at an art museum and read about the lives of legendary artists, which taught me some new ideas on how to more effectively manage people I work with. When we immerse ourselves in interesting, creative worlds, new ideas are bound to come. So, next time you’re feeling a little stuck at work, or just want to bring some beauty into your life, try one of these tactics to indulge your creative side.

1. Go to a museum on your lunch break

Take an hour or two if you can spare it to surround yourself with amazing art, music, and archeology (or even air and space artifacts). Museums are full of impressive innovations throughout history, so they can be a perfect way to get you into an innovative spirit when you get back to your desk. Surrounding yourself with the work of top creators and thinkers from different time periods and backgrounds is also helpful for seeing the world from other perspectives. Bringing that mentality back…