“Creativity is so delicate a flower that praise tends to make it bloom, while discouragement often nips it in the bud. Any of us will put out more and better ideas if our efforts are appreciated.”
Quote by Alex Faickney Osborn
Work
Applied imagination: principles and procedures of creative thinking
This book explores the principles and techniques behind creative thinking, offering insights and exercises to develop imaginative problem-solving abilities. more
Author
Alex Faickney Osborn
Alex Faickney Osborn was an American author born on May 24, 1888, and died on May 5, 1966. He is known for his innovative thinking and creative stimulation methods, being one of the founders of brainstorming. more
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