Thomas Heffner shares how to improve creativity, group brainstorming, and innovation.   You'll Learn: The seven rules for effective brainstorming How to solve the hippo in the room problem Three improv comedy tips that help you innovate   About Thomas:  Tom Heffner is a design strategist at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory,  podcaster, author, speaker, and innovation expert.  His goal is to help people thrive at work and in life. Tom believes that every day, purposeful habits and practices are vital to this pursuit. He shares these ideas and learnings through his weekly podcast (Next Year Now), blog, and speaking engagements.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep342