24 Tips for Staying Creative Around the Clock

1. Wear a different hat.
2. Let the little guys be in charge for a change.
3. Forget about money.
4. Ask for help when you need it.
5. Go with the creative flow.
6. Divert all interruptions: no phone, no meeting.
7. Dare to care.
8. Let your hair down.
9. Stop for stretches.
10. Snack frequently.
11. Don't second guess; go with your gut.
12. Add caffeine.
13. Invite a dog.
14. Create a new hall sports.
15. Pain faces at midnight.
16. Eschew idea ownership.
17. Add music.
18. Dance a jig.
19. Think sideways.
20. Cheer yourself on.
21. Sing a song.
22. Liberally apply lotions.
23. Remind yourself why you care.
24. Be true to you.

Taken from: Createathon, HOW Magazine: Design Ideas at Work, June 2003 issue.