How can we find new or novel ideas for our business?

One way is to read widely across different genres. By exploring various types of books such as fiction, non - fiction, poetry, etc., you expose yourself to a broader range of ideas. Another method is to look for books that are known for their innovation, either through reviews or recommendations.

To incorporate the new and novel into daily life, first, keep up with new trends in technology. Use new apps that can make your daily tasks more convenient. Also, engage in new hobbies. If you usually paint, try pottery. It's novel and can bring a new kind of joy. Another way is to attend new events in your community, like a new type of festival or a unique exhibition. This way, you are constantly exposing yourself to new and novel things.

We can start by setting aside dedicated time each day. Maybe just 30 minutes where we focus on doing something new or different that could become part of our story. For example, learning a new skill like painting or a new language.

Startup books like 'Zero to One' offer unique perspectives on creating something new in the market. They can make you see gaps in existing industries. Novels, such as 'The Fountainhead', with their exploration of strong - willed characters and their ideas, can spark thoughts about being different in business. Reading about different startup journeys in books can also give you the confidence to pursue your own unorthodox ideas.

By trying new things. For a new day, wake up early and do something different like a morning jog. In the new year, take up a new hobby like painting. And to have new stories, travel to new places.

One way is to set positive goals. For example, if you aim to learn a new skill like painting, that can be the start of a happy new story. As you progress in learning, you'll have new experiences and achievements which can make the story a happy one.

You can start by considering the people involved in the private story. If it's about your grandmother, using her name or a name she was affectionately called can be a great start. Also, think about the time period of the story. If it was in the 1960s, you might choose a name that was popular during that time like 'Linda' or 'Michael' to give an authentic feel to the story. And don't forget about symbolic names. If there was a turning point in the story related to a flower, say a rose, 'Rose' could be a good name for a character in the story.

Online platforms can also be a source. Social media groups dedicated to a certain cause, like environmental protection. People share their stories of individual efforts and how they connect with others in the group. These shared stories are kindred ones as they are all related to the same cause.

One way is to avoid over - explaining every detail. For example, if you're writing a mystery story, leave some clues unexplained at the end. This gives room for a sequel or a new story to be built around those unresolved elements.

Observe your surroundings. Notice the little details in your daily life, like the way the sunlight hits the window or the expression on a stranger's face. These details can be used to create vivid descriptions in your story. Additionally, try to think of 'what if' situations. What if the moon suddenly disappeared? What would happen in your story world?