Slow down and keep it simple advises Senior Writer Julie Rains on Open Forum.

"If you slow down and delve deeply into what seems everyday and ordinary, frequently you can make fresh discoveries and ignite new ideas you can apply to your business." she says.

Take the pressure off and engage in a favorite hobby or pastime, focusing on something different might get those creative juices flowing. "Fixation on one topic can cause frustration, which is counterproductive to creativity. Taking a break allows you to move from laser-like focus to broadened understanding." she says.

Creative thinking is not always instantaneous, writes Rains. "Give yourself time instead of rushing to get results." Contemplate on ways to create new business opportunities and resolve old problems.

Get advice from someone smarter than you.  "I am amazed at how much information smart people are willing to share." says Rains. "Toss out a topic and you can garner insights on historical perspectives, current trends, and predictions for the future. Listen and probe to gather wisdom relevant to your business."

Ask for advice on targeting your customer and how to get your message out.

Integrate new technologies and media.  Embracing new ways of communication can help you reach a new audience.  Reach your customer through the power of video, website blogging, podcasts and Social Media across the web.

Read everything you can on your business to discover what's missing from your business plan.

Learn from your kids.  Kids are not afraid to try anything.  Their endless experimentation is the process by which they learn how actions create reactions, writes Rains.

Experiment with new ideas and find ways to test them.  Try sending out different email campaigns to see which one gets the best result and then refine them.

We need to look differently at the way we do business in order to grow and create new paths to success.

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