THE BRAINSTORMING SESSION
Preliminary Notice :
- It is helpful if participants are given at least one day's notice of the brainstorming session and its objectives. This preliminary notice permits participants to do some individual idea generation, and each participant can be more efficient at the session with clear objectives in mind.
Introduction :
- The team leader should review the brainstorming rules and the objectives of the session. The recorder should be located close to the team leader for convenience.
Ideation :
- The team leader will open the brainstorming session by calling for spontaneous ides from the panel. The participants will hold up their hands for recognition by the leader, and will respond as briefly and as rapidly as possible. The leader will immediately recognize the next panel member. All ideas will be listed by the recorder. No negative ideas or criticism will be given; flow of ideas should be spontaneous.