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Divergent Thinking Lunch Talk in Thailand
Divergent thinking widens the field before a team makes a choice. This lunch talk explores how to generate varied possibilities, question assumptions and give unusual ideas a fair hearing.
Try brainstorming, mind mapping and lateral prompts through familiar work problems. Participants practise separating exploration from evaluation so the first answer is not the only option.
Delivered privately for organisations in Thailand, this lunch talk runs from 30 to 120 minutes and can be adapted to your industry, team and workplace context.
- Duration30 to 120 minsFlexible timing
- DeliveryOnsite or virtual
- AudienceAll employee levels
- CustomisableTailored to your goals
- Group size1 to 25Participants per session
What is this lunch talk about?
When a problem keeps returning, the available options may need to change. Explore how reframing, different perspectives and deliberate curiosity can reveal approaches that routine thinking misses.
Short group exercises show how early criticism and fear of failure narrow contributions. Participants explore ways to build on ideas, learn from examples and plan a small experiment.
Choose from 30, 45, 60, 90 or 120, for 1 to 25 participants onsite, virtually or at an arranged venue. Prompts can reflect your team's recurring challenges and decisions.
Why this matters at work
- Premature judgement removes promising alternatives
- Narrow options leave teams with weak decisions
- Fixed assumptions keep recurring problems alive
- Repeated answers limit innovation opportunities
- Unheard perspectives reduce the range of ideas
Common business problems
- Brainstorms end with the first plausible answer
- Ideas are evaluated before others are heard
- Teams assume there are only two options
- Unusual suggestions attract immediate criticism
- The same solutions return despite poor results
Learning outcomes
- Generate several distinct options
- Separate generation from evaluation
- Use a lateral thinking prompt
- Build on another person's idea
- Plan a small exploratory test
Open the options before choosing
Help colleagues explore a wider range of ideas before judging what might work for a real workplace problem.
10 divergent moves
Explore ten moves for widening possibilities, from reframing and lateral prompts to group discussion, continued exploration and a practical idea-generation habit.
- 01
Define divergent thinking
Separate widening options from choosing one.
- 02
Explore its business value
See how varied options support better choices.
- 03
Review thinking in action
Examine how a fresh angle changes a problem.
- 04
Use idea-generation prompts
Try brainstorming, mind maps and lateral cues.
- 05
Challenge creative barriers
Notice fear of judgement and fixed assumptions.
- 06
Test unfamiliar possibilities
Explore an unusual idea through a small trial.
- 07
Invite different perspectives
Build on contributions during group discussion.
- 08
Find further thinking prompts
Choose resources for continued exploration.
- 09
Review a successful approach
Identify what made an unusual option useful.
- 10
Apply a thinking habit
Plan an idea-generation step for real work.
Participant takeaway
Take away divergent thinking prompts and a small experiment that gives an unfamiliar option a useful test.
Flexible agenda. Practical learning.
Each lunch talk combines key insights, real examples and interactive discussion. The format can be scaled to suit your available time, from a short 30-minute session to a more in-depth 2-hour workshop.
Opening
Set the context and outline key takeaways.
Core concepts
Explore the 10 divergent moves framework.
Practical strategies
Tools and tips participants can use right away.
Interaction
Short activities, reflection and Q&A.
Key takeaways
Action points and a simple plan to apply.
Duration: 30 to 120 minutes
The session length is flexible and tailored to your organisation’s objectives, audience and time available.
- 30 minQuick and impactful insights
- 45 minFocused learning and key strategies
- 60 minStandard session with interaction
- 90 minDeeper discussion and practice
- 120 minExtended session or short workshop format
Flexible learning for real workplace impact
A practical and engaging lunch talk, tailored to your team and your time.
Who should attend?
Ideal for professionals across all roles
For colleagues facing recurring problems, leaders running idea sessions and teams that want more varied possibilities before making a decision.
All employees
Widen the options you consider before choosing an everyday work response.
People leaders
Create space for unusual suggestions before the team evaluates them.
Client-facing teams
Explore varied ways to address a client's underlying need.
Cross-functional teams
Combine viewpoints to reveal alternatives beyond one team's habits.
Organisations of all sizes
Build a shared process for exploring possibilities before making choices.
Workplace application
Turn networking into real workplace impact
Apply what you learn immediately in your day-to-day work.
Problem definition
Ask how else the challenge could be framed.
Brainstorming
Collect varied ideas before evaluating them.
Product discussions
Explore uses beyond the obvious audience.
Process reviews
Challenge a familiar assumption about work.
Team workshops
Invite a different perspective on the issue.
Experiment planning
Turn an unusual option into a small test.
Delivery options
Choose the delivery format that works for you
We offer flexible delivery options to suit your team, wherever you are in Thailand.
Onsite
At your office in Thailand, in a meeting room, auditorium or cafeteria. Ideal for face-to-face practice.
Virtual
Live and interactive online, a good fit for distributed or remote teams.
Arranged venue
At a venue of your choice in Thailand, subject to confirmation.
Customisable for you
Tailored to your goals
We can adapt this lunch talk to match your industry, team and learning objectives.
Industry relevance
Prompts can use your industry's recurring problems and familiar assumptions.
Focus areas
Emphasise the topics that matter most to your team and organisation.
Activities and case studies
Short exercises and scenarios that reflect your real workplace challenges.
Session length
Choose from 30 to 120 minutes to fit your team’s schedule.
Specific outcomes
Focus on widening options, reducing early judgement or testing unusual ideas.
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Training across Thailand
On-site, online or at an arranged venue – nationwide
We deliver training across Bangkok and all major regions in Thailand. Whether you need on-site training at your premises, a virtual program, or an arranged venue, we make it simple to roll out learning for your teams nationwide.
On-site
at your premisesWe come to you, anywhere in Thailand.
Online
virtual trainingInteractive and engaging live sessions.
Arranged venue
nationwideWe can arrange a suitable venue for you.
Multi-site
rolloutConsistent training across multiple locations.
- Northern Region Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang and more
- Northeastern Region Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, Nakhon Ratchasima and more
- Central Region Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Pathum Thani and more
- Eastern Region Chon Buri, Rayong, Pattaya and more
- Southern Region Phuket, Surat Thani, Hat Yai and more
Frequently asked questions
Your questions, answered
Find quick answers to common questions about this lunch talk.
01How long is a lunch talk?
Our lunch talks run from 30 to 120 minutes, with flexible timing to suit your schedule and objectives.
02Can it be delivered virtually?
Yes. We deliver this lunch talk onsite at your office, live online, or at an arranged venue in Thailand.
03Is it suitable for all employee levels?
Yes. Employees at any level can use simple prompts to generate more varied options before selecting an approach.
04What is the ideal group size?
Each session is designed for groups of 1 to 25 participants.
05Can you customise the content for our industry?
Yes. Idea-generation exercises can use your industry's practical problems, assumptions and opportunities for improvement.
06How interactive are the sessions?
Each session combines short inputs with activities, reflection and Q&A, so participants can practise what they learn.
07What will participants learn?
Participants explore brainstorming, mind mapping, lateral prompts and ways to keep early judgement from narrowing possible solutions.
08Will participants receive any materials?
Yes. Participants receive idea-generation prompts, technique summaries and suggestions for continuing divergent thinking after the talk.
09Can the session be held at our office?
Yes. Lunch talks work well in a meeting room, an auditorium or even an employee cafeteria.
10Who provides lunch?
Lunch is usually arranged by your organisation as an incentive for attendees. If that isn’t practical, participants can bring their own lunch.
11Can we request a preferred date?
Yes. Share your preferred date and time when you enquire and our team will confirm the details with you.
12Can this be part of a larger learning programme?
Yes. It works well as a standalone session or as part of a broader programme alongside related topics such as communication skills or emotional intelligence.
13Can we run multiple topics as a series?
Yes. With over 100 lunch talk topics in Thailand, you can build a series that suits your team’s goals.
14How do we choose the right topic?
Browse our lunch talk topics, or tell us about your team and goals and we’ll recommend the most relevant sessions.
15Do we avoid decisions?
No. Divergent thinking widens the options first; evaluation and selection still matter after the exploration stage.
16Is this just brainstorming?
No. Brainstorming is one technique; the talk also explores reframing, mind mapping and lateral prompts.
17Can unusual ideas be useful?
Yes. An unfamiliar suggestion can reveal a new angle or inform a small experiment, even if the original idea is not used.
18Can different departments attend the same session?
Yes. Different departments can contribute contrasting perspectives and build options that a single group might not consider.
19Do you provide a proposal?
Yes. Once we understand your needs, we’ll send you a proposal for your session.
20How do we get started?
Click Request This Lunch Talk or send us an enquiry with your preferred date, group size and goals. We aim to reply in less than one working day.
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