Creativity and Decision Making: Thought Leadership Series
Creativity flourishes in environments where diversity and divergence are celebrated. Third choice exploration embodies this principle by encouraging us to explore unconventional ideas and approaches. It prompts us to question assumptions, break free from established norms, and venture into uncharted territory. In doing so, it unlocks new avenues for innovation and problem-solving.
Pamela Scruggs, VP of Property Management, sits down to discuss how creativity in Property Management of Red Mountain Group properties is crucial in decision making.
What does 3rd choice exploration mean to you?
To me it is the difference between thinking there is a black and white answer to everything – learning to live in the gray so to speak –there is a path to every solution – it may just not be the one you want –learning to explore more options and understand there are many ways to solve problems and challenges and you have to stay fluid in your mind.
How do you embrace/apply this concept to your own job/life?
It is a must in property management – we have so many variables to consider so we always must look at challenges from every angle so that we can find the best path forward. Brainstorming with other team members to see how they approach situations is a great way to go about this – I am tried to create an environment where everyone reached out to each other for support and inspiration!
How do you think the red mountain culture supports/encourages 3rd choice exploration?
We thrive in this – people are constantly being “curious” which even though the phrase us used so often really does inspire each of us to look deeper and become creative – creativity fosters success – and boy can this team be creative!
In what ways do you think 3rd choice exploration contributes to RMGs success and growth?
My answer is the same as above – Creativity and 3rdchoice exploration inspires and creates different paths to take, it allows people, and encourages them, to open their mind, not be stuck on things have to be “one way or the other” and to walk that line in the middle – if you think about it – walking through something gives you a much wider angle than staying on one side.
