I am a solopreneur, and I bat around new ideas all the time with myself. However, when I have the opportunity to do brainstorming sessions with others, that’s when I find I’m most creative.

Boards need the same time together. Brainstorming allows everyone to share and it increases the number of ideas you have to draw from. It can also be seen as a time that will allow the Board to bond. Yet, there are rules to making brainstorming a successful event for everyone.

1. Always say something positive after each shared thought (i.e.: great, thanks, wonderful, more, etc.)

2. Insist that everyone participates. If there is a person keeping quiet, call on him to share his idea. Sometimes people just want to be personally invited to share.

3. NEVER change the idea or thought. Be sure to write it down just as it was conveyed. This reassures the individual that their idea was worthy, and it will encourage more participation.

Enjoy this time together! Really try to get to know each other through sharing your thoughts on how to make your nonprofit a huge hit in the community.

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