In principle, art is that which provokes thought or emotion. It inspires, puzzles, causes one to think and feel in new ways. It is often an end in itself without a higher goal in mind. The artist is open to whatever may result.
All worthy creations, including good group decisions, are a combination of art and technique. Group decisions made in the absence of provocative thought or emotion may be mediocre or un-compelling.
Practical tip: Bring creative processes and artful influences into your group decision making. Enhance the technical decision making steps with artistic interventions. Weave music, stories, and pictures into your work. Allow time and space for laughter, tears, aha’s.
Art often knocks us off balance and to new places of understanding and inspiration; just what’s needed for good group decisions.
Excellent observation, Craig. And I notice that you’ve opened the Coffee Houses that I’ve attended with some kind of musical arts.
In addition to art opening people’s minds, by all focusing on the same thing at the same time, it can be a unifying element, as well.
Let’s hear it for the Arts!
Thanks for your comment, Bob!
So nice of you to weigh in with such encouragement.
So rich with emotional intelligence Craig. I always enjoy your messages which inspire us all to be open to change and growth. Thank you!
Processing through the lens of an artistic expression allows a shift in perceiving ideas in a new light.Clarity of thought, deeper understanding of a situation and/or oneself, and the ability to speak precisely from the “bones” can offer outstanding contributions and results with group decision making.