brainstormkierros

Brainstormkierros is a Finnish term that translates to "brainstorming round" or "brainstorming lap." It refers to a specific phase within a larger brainstorming session where participants are encouraged to generate ideas rapidly and without immediate judgment. The focus is on quantity of ideas rather than quality during this stage.

The core principle of a brainstormkierros is to create an open and non-critical environment. Participants are typically given a set amount of time to contribute as many ideas as possible related to a specific problem or topic. This can be done individually or collaboratively, often using methods like writing ideas on sticky notes, a whiteboard, or a shared digital document.

The "kierros" aspect suggests a cyclical or iterative process, implying that this rapid idea generation might be followed by other phases within the brainstorming session, such as idea clustering, evaluation, or refinement. The emphasis is on getting a wide range of thoughts out quickly to avoid the early elimination of potentially valuable concepts. It's a foundational step designed to maximize creative output before any analysis or selection begins.