intermediate · 60–60 min
The Bold Ideas Ideation Sprint
Tired of obvious ideas? Use crowdsourcing and constraints to generate actionable high-impact design solutions.
About this session
When design sessions rely on the same internal voices, the results often skew toward safe, predictable updates rather than breakthroughs. This sprint uses crowdsourced perspectives and strict constraints to push product teams past obvious fixes and toward high-impact design solutions in a single hour.
Why it works
The process uses artificial constraints to block the path of least resistance, forcing participants to think beyond standard UI patterns. By layering these constraints with a structured crowdsourcing phase, the session prevents groupthink and ensures that the final, documented decisions are based on the most ambitious ideas rather than just the easiest ones to implement.
What you’ll walk away with
- Clear actionable outcomes from a 3-step facilitated process
- Increased participant engagement and buy-in
- Documented decisions and next steps
- Improved team alignment on the topic
Who it’s for
Product Designers, UX Researchers
Frequently asked questions
Who should facilitate this workshop?
This workshop works best when led by someone comfortable with facilitation. Ideal for Product Designers or external facilitators working with design thinking teams.
How long does this workshop take?
Plan for 60-90 minutes depending on group size. The 3 activities are designed to flow together smoothly.
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