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| Criterion | ![]() Innovation Rolestorming | ![]() Innovation Brainwriting |
|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When a search for ideas stalls, switching roles helps people step outside their own perspective and activate new logics of action. The method reduces habit because contributions arise from a different stance. This brings unfamiliar, often fitting solution approaches into play. | When loud voices or hierarchy distort the idea search, the method creates a quiet entry into joint development. It gives everyone thinking space and gathers contributions without social brakes, making diversity more visible and easier to build on. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 30-60 min | 15-30 min |
Participantssame | 3-12 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Rollenkarten, Ideenpool pro Rolle, Konsolidierte Shortlist | Idea sheets, Expanded concepts, Prioritized list |
Tags1 shared | BrainstormingIdeationCreativity | BrainstormingCollaborationInclusionIdeas |
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