Abby Wilkymacky,
Founder of Mindflower Studio
By nature, we are all creative. However, sometimes we need a little help getting un-stuck and maintaining momentum. When we effectively collaborate, let our guards down, and have a little fun, it is amazing what we can create. The skillset comes once the mindset is strong."
COLLABORATORS
MINDFLOWER IS BUILT ON A TEAM OF TALENTED AND PASSIONATE COLLABORATORS THAT DO THE WORK THEY LOVE TO DO.
HOW WE OPERATE
DO GOOD. PUSH LIMITS.
NEVER LEAVE THE PLAYGROUND.
CONSIDER ALL VOICES.
Empathy
Humans are at the center of everything we do. In the work we do together, we will always lead with empathy. We respect your voice and expect the same in return. We will listen generously. We assume everyone has the best intentions. We collaborate well because we get to know and work with you as people, rather than projects.
We work WITH our clients, not just for them. We collaborate and design WITH people, not just for them. We are collaborators, dreamers, go-getters, and implementers. We believe in the power and knowledge of every person in the room. We bring our expertise and you bring yours. Together, we are better fit to solve problems.
We are lifelong learners. Asking questions makes all of us look smarter. We do not have all the answers. We are here to be ego-free collaborators that solve problems with you. We work with you to discover the problem and generate viable solutions. Throughout our work together, we will continue to ask questions to make sure we are not just on track, but that we are on the right track.
We don't take life too seriously, even though we take our work seriously. We believe that a playful approach produces better results. You may find us writing poems during a kickoff meeting, pretending to be our favorite fictional characters while brainstorming, or even hosting hiking meetings. You've been warned.
LET"S MAKE SURE WE ARE TALKING ABOUT THE SAME THING, HERE.
VOCABULARY REVIEW:
DESIGN & CREATIVITY
methodology
When we say methodology, we are talking about the broad strategy with which we approach our projects and research. This is the way we set out to solve problems. It is about the rationale for the approach.
Some of the methodologies that shape the way we think and work include:
- Design Thinking
- Visual Thinking
- Design Research
- Creative Problem Solving
- Ethnography
- Participatory
- Gamification
tools
We use tools to make progress on the project, bring groups to new insights and ways of thinking, and come up with answers to our questions.
Some of the tools we utilize in our
day-to-day work include:
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- Workshop Facilitation
- Graphic Facilitation
- Graphic Recording
- Visual Conversations
- Divergent and Convergent Thinking
- 5 W's
- Question Starters
- Contextual Inquiry
- Digital Diaries
- Revamped Focus Groups
- Stormz Digital Facilitation
- Data Collection Tools
- Empathy Mapping
... the list goes on & on...
deliverables
Deliverables are what come out of the project, the results. We package our results in a variety of different ways, depending on the needs of your project.
Some of the deliverables you can expect include:
- Illustrated Visual Summaries
- Strategic Plans
- Executive Summary & Reports
- Research Findings / Takeaways
- Journey Maps
- Curriculum Plans
- Workshop Design & Experience
- Handbooks / Playbooks
- Training / Immersion
- Program Plans
- Graphic Design / Collateral
- Infographics