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Generate solution concepts and select a defensible subset using structured workshops and scoring criteria.

1|Updated May 6, 2026
Search Tags:#brainstorming#ideation#decision matrix#design sprint#divergent thinking#convergent thinking#dot voting
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npx skills add https://github.com/jacob-balslev/skill-graph --skill ideation-jacob-balslev
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ideation
Source: https://github.com/jacob-balslev/skill-graph/tree/main/marketplace/skills/ideation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jacob-balslev/skill-graph --skill ideation-jacob-balslev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps teams systematically expand a space of possible solutions and then converge on the most promising options using explicit, defensible criteria rather than intuition or politics.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Divergent concept generation: Produce many distinct idea variants using structured workshops like Crazy 8s, brainwriting, SCAMPER, worst-possible-idea, headlines-from-the-future, and analogous inspiration.
  • Convergent selection mechanics: Use clear scoring and decision methods like dot voting, NUF testing (New/Useful/Feasible), impact/effort matrices, weighted decision matrices, and assumption-testing prioritization.
  • Facilitation to prevent mode-mixing: Enforce separation between idea generation and evaluative discussion with time-boxing and deferred feedback to maximize quantity and reduce premature judgment.

Quick Start

Run a time-boxed Crazy 8s session on your how-might-we statement to produce a divergent set of concept variants, then use dot voting with prewritten selection criteria to converge on the top three to prototype.

Frequently Asked Questions about ideation

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I run a brainstorming workshop that separates divergent and convergent thinking?▼

Effective brainstorming enforces a two-phase separation: generate many concepts first using time-boxed techniques like Crazy 8s, then converge on the best options using dot voting with pre-named criteria.

What is the best way to select ideas after a design sprint without relying on team politics?▼

The best way to select ideas after a design sprint is using explicit, defensible criteria like a weighted decision matrix or NUF testing, ensuring choices are based on impact and feasibility rather than intuition.

How does dot voting work with pre-named scoring criteria?▼

Dot voting works when teams define explicit selection criteria, such as impact and effort, before voting. This structured convergent mechanism ensures decisions are defensible and aligned with the problem's requirements.

Can I use SCAMPER and brainwriting to generate multiple UX design concepts?▼

Yes, you can use structured techniques like SCAMPER, brainwriting, and worst-possible-idea to systematically expand the solution space and produce many distinct UX design concept variants.

When should I use an impact/effort matrix instead of a weighted decision matrix?▼

Use an impact/effort matrix for quick prioritization of concepts based on feasibility, while a weighted decision matrix is better for complex selection requiring explicit, pre-named criteria and detailed scoring.

Why does mixing idea generation and evaluation reduce the quality of divergent thinking?▼

Mixing idea generation and evaluation introduces premature judgment, which limits variant quantity. Facilitating time-boxed sessions with deferred feedback maximizes output during the divergent phase.

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