Party Invitations
Party Invitations is a creative ideation exercise where participants design a metaphorical invitation for a product or service, imagining it as a party. This method is ideal for enhancing the onboarding process by generating engaging and inviting concepts.
How to run it
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Distribute paper and markers to all participants.
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Ask participants to imagine the product or service as a party and create a detailed invitation.
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Encourage them to include elements like the event name, dress code, what to bring, and RSVP details.
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Allow 10-15 minutes for participants to write and refine their invitations.
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Have participants share their invitations and discuss the elements, noting key themes on a whiteboard.
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Facilitate a group discussion to refine these themes into actionable ideas for the onboarding process.
Tips
Encourage participants to be as imaginative and detailed as possible.
Use the exercise to explore different metaphors and align them with the brand's identity.
Document emerging themes and ideas for further development.
Variations
Consider using digital tools for invitation creation to add multimedia elements. Alternatively, focus on specific aspects of the invitation, such as the RSVP process, to deepen the exploration.
Where it fits
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