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own creativity and fail to try new ideas or techniques because they fear failure. Rather
than attempt a new activity or approach to training (e.g., a magic trick, telling a joke,
wearing a funny prop during their introduction, or otherwise experimenting), many
trainers stick to the tried and true strategies that they and others have used for some
time. In their mind, even average program evaluation is better than running the risk of
trying something new and being less successful. Some of the reluctance might result
from inexperience, while other aspects might relate to fear of the unknown or criticism,
lack of confidence, or simple complacency. Whatever the logic, you are likely doing
yourself, your participants, and your organization a grave disservice if you allow simi-
lar reasons to impede your own creativity initiatives.

COUNTERING NEGATIVITY

To help you overcome any potential reluctance to experiment and be creative in your
approach to training, try the following.

Attend
creativity
courses

Take up a
Positive creative
self hobby
affirmations

Keep a Read
daily books
journal

Countering
Negativity

MINDMAP 3. Countering Negativity