The essential mindset for co-creation
To effectively engage in co-creation, or "Interactive Innovation" as termed by i2connect, it is essential to adopt the right mindset, rather than solely focusing on tools.
A fundamental principle is to approach situations with a posture of Not-Knowing. Even if you have potential solutions in mind, it is crucial to accept that your solution might not be suitable for others. In complex contexts, it is impossible to know the correct solution from the outset; it must be collaboratively developed.
The process is iterative, involving sequential steps of experimentation, testing, reflection, adaptation, and re-testing. This cyclical method encourages learning and collective growth.
Confidence in the creativity of both your group and yourself is also necessary. Iteration inherently involves learning from failures. This means being prepared to experiment, potentially fail, learn from those failures, and try again.
Courage is required to take risks and try new approaches, even without certainty of success.
Empathy and curiosity about others are vital. This involves a willingness to learn from others, connect with their realities and contexts, and be open to collaboration.
Frequently, you will encounter ambiguities and differing opinions. It is important to accept and work with these contradictions rather than trying to eliminate them.
Additionally, creating a framework that fosters open and trustful collaboration is crucial.
In summary, the right mindset for a successful co-creation process, includes the aspects of Not-Knowing, creativity, courage, empathy and curiosity, and establishing an environment for open and trustful collaboration.
To effectively engage in co-creation, or "Interactive Innovation" as termed by i2connect, it is essential to adopt the right mindset, rather than solely focusing on tools.
A fundamental principle is to approach situations with a posture of Not-Knowing. Even if you have potential solutions in mind, it is crucial to accept that your solution might not be suitable for others. In complex contexts, it is impossible to know the correct solution from the outset; it must be collaboratively developed.
The process is iterative, involving sequential steps of experimentation, testing, reflection, adaptation, and re-testing. This cyclical method encourages learning and collective growth.
Confidence in the creativity of both your group and yourself is also necessary. Iteration inherently involves learning from failures. This means being prepared to experiment, potentially fail, learn from those failures, and try again.
Courage is required to take risks and try new approaches, even without certainty of success.
Empathy and curiosity about others are vital. This involves a willingness to learn from others, connect with their realities and contexts, and be open to collaboration.
Frequently, you will encounter ambiguities and differing opinions. It is important to accept and work with these contradictions rather than trying to eliminate them.
Additionally, creating a framework that fosters open and trustful collaboration is crucial.
In summary, the right mindset for a successful co-creation process, includes the aspects of Not-Knowing, creativity, courage, empathy and curiosity, and establishing an environment for open and trustful collaboration.
i2connect - Connecting advisers to boost interactive innovation in agriculture and forestry
Ongoing | 2019-2024
- Main funding source
- Horizon 2020 (EU Research and Innovation Programme)
- Geographical location
- France
Project Keywords
- Animal husbandry
- Animal welfare
- Biodiversity and nature
- Climate change (incl. GHG reduction, adaptation and mitigation, and other air related issues)
- Competitiveness/new business models
- Farm diversification
- Forestry
- Pest/disease control in plants
- Pest/disease control in animals
- Soil
- AKIS, incl. advice, training, on-farm demo, interactive innovation projects