Our Courses
Unlock your team’s potential with Unbounded Thinking’s innovation training programs. Designed for organizations of all sizes, our courses build the skills, mindset, and strategies needed to lead and sustain innovation. Whether you’re growing leaders, strengthening teams, or inspiring intrapreneurs, we’ve got a program to match your goals.
Foster Innovation From Within
Empower your organization with the skills to lead innovation from within. Our training programs are designed for teams and organizations ready to drive real, sustainable change.
Course 1: Innovation Management Specialist
Ready to cultivate expert innovation leaders in your organization?
This program transforms employees into innovation management specialists by equipping them with the tools and insights needed to drive impactful change. Through a human-centered approach, participants will:
Master the Fundamentals: Explore the science of curiosity and foundational concepts in organizational behaviour to understand the core of innovative thinking.
Build Innovation Structures: Learn how to design an Innovation Blueprint, implement effective idea management processes, and lead innovation projects with clarity and purpose.
Deliver Measurable Impact: Gain the skills to track and maximize return on innovation (ROI), ensuring meaningful contributions to your organization’s success.
Learning Outcomes
Improved capabilities & confidence to manage an organization’s innovation system
Understanding of HCIM (Innovation as a system)
In-depth knowledge of the science of innovation
Adoption of a future-focused systems mindset
Resilient and adaptive leadership skills
Pricing: $1,500 per participant
Recieve your Certificate in Innovation Management
Mastering Innovation Fundamentals
Unit 1 – Unlocking the Core of Innovation: The First Principles (2 Hours)
Understanding the First Principles of Innovation
Learning the Science Behind Curiosity
Defining Innovation for Yourself and Your Business
Approaching Innovation as a System
Activities (2 Hours)
Develop personal and business definitions of innovation
Participate in a debate for/against innovation as a system
Research and create a short thesis on the science of curiosity and brain physiology
Unit 2 – The Psychology of Innovation: Emotional Intelligence & Team Development (2 Hours)
Understanding Yourself and Others Through Emotional Intelligence
Learning New Ways to Fast-Track Psychological Safety and Team Development
Understanding Cognitive Diversity and Motivation Theory
Understanding Cognitive Biases that Impact Innovation
Activities (2 Hours)
Complete Unbounded Thinking Profiles
Develop a personal action plan for building emotional intelligence
Develop a team action plan to streamline psychological safety
Summary:
This session provides a powerful introduction to innovation principles, emphasizing how curiosity, emotional intelligence, and cognitive diversity contribute to innovative thinking. Participants gain actionable strategies to build psychological safety within teams, ensuring they are equipped to lead and drive creative problem-solving in their organizations.
Designing Innovation for Sustainable Growth
Unit 3 – Building a Future-Proof Innovation Blueprint (2 Hours)
Innovation Thesis – Understanding Where to Start Your Innovation Journey
Innovation Framework – Identifying What Structure is Needed to Support Innovation
Innovation Portfolio – Learning How to Manage Ideas from Inception to Implementation
Activities (2 Hours)
Create an example innovation portfolio
Research and summarize innovation frameworks for three organizations
Unit 4 – Scaling Success: Problem-Solving & Future Skills Development (2 Hours)
Growth & Scaling – Understanding How to Manage Growth Through Innovation
Problem Solving Methods – Identifying Methods to Improve Innovation Efforts
Building Skills to Support the Future – Identifying New Skills Needed for Innovation
Activities (2 Hours)
Identify ways to manage organizational change
Compile a list of known existing problem-solving methods and evaluate their effectiveness
Research future skills required in the workplace and discuss how they support innovation and growth
Summary:
This session equips participants with the skills to design and manage structured innovation processes. By focusing on problem-solving frameworks and future skills development, participants gain the tools to support long-term innovation efforts within Canadian organizations, ensuring their continued success in a competitive economy.
Measuring Innovation & Leading Transformational Change
Unit 5 – Idea Management: From Concept to Implementation (2 Hours)
Improving How Ideas Move from Inception to Implementation Through the Concept of Idea Flow
Understanding How to Manage Your Innovation Portfolio
Activities (2 Hours)
Create a flow diagram for how ideas should flow through an organization
Test the example portfolio created in Unit #3
Research three example innovation portfolios
Unit 6 – The Metrics of Success: Innovation Project Management & ROI (2 Hours)
Identifying Methods to Improve the Execution of Innovation Projects
Understanding the Two Ways to Measure Innovation: Activity Metrics vs. Impact Metrics
Learning How to Measure Return on Innovation Through a Value Capture Process
Activities (2 Hours)
Research case studies to support effective execution within organizations
Develop a list of innovation activity and impact metrics
Participate in a debate for/against the value capture process
Summary:
The final segment of this program ensures participants are equipped to execute innovation projects effectively and measure their impact. By mastering idea management, innovation project execution, and performance metrics, participants can drive lasting transformation in their organizations, reinforcing Canada’s position as a leader in innovation and economic growth.
Shannon Phillips
Co-Founder & Innovation Strategist
Shannon Phillips, co-founder of Unbounded Thinking, brings a scientific lens to organizational innovation. Holding a Bachelor of Biomedical Science, he applies analytical rigor to understand human behavior and decision-making processes. Shannon’s expertise encompasses innovation management, organizational change, and strategic thinking. His training in behavioral psychology, emotional intelligence, and personality psychology enables him to design human-centered innovation strategies that resonate with diverse teams. Known for his curiosity and people-centric approach, Shannon excels at challenging conventional thinking and nurturing environments where innovative ideas thrive.
Tristan Ham
Co-Founder & Lead Facilitator
Tristan Ham is an experienced facilitator and co-founder of Unbounded Thinking, where he leads training programs that empower teams to navigate change and drive innovation. With a background in human services—including roles in adult education, crisis intervention, and child protection—Tristan brings a deep understanding of group dynamics and behavioral change to every session. His approach to facilitation blends strategic foresight, systems thinking, and practical experience gained through his work with startups and public sector organizations. Tristan is known for creating inclusive, engaging learning environments where participants feel confident exploring new ideas and building the skills needed for long-term impact.
Course 2: Building Innovation Dream Teams
Ready to Build High-Performing Dream Teams?
This transformative program equips teams to enhance their collaboration, both internally and across the organization, evolving into problem-solving powerhouses that embody innovation.
Through a human-centered approach, participants will:
Master the Fundamentals: Dive into the science of curiosity and foundational organizational behavior principles to unlock the essence of innovative thinking.
Unlock High Performance: Discover hidden potential and develop high-performing teams by leveraging evidence-based strategies, including emotional intelligence and psychological safety.
Drive Innovation: Gain essential skills for ideation, problem-solving, idea management, and successfully executing innovation projects.
Learning Outcomes
Comprehensive understanding of innovation psychology and team development concepts
Enhanced problem-solving abilities and effective idea management
Deep understanding of innovation fundamentals and their practical applications
Insights into the science behind innovation and its role in driving success
Pricing: $2,000 per participant
Receive your Certificate in High-Performance Team Innovation
Laying the Foundation for Innovation
Unit 1 – The Science of Innovation: Unlocking Team Potential (2 Hours)
Understanding The First Principles of Innovation
Learning The Science Behind Curiosity
Defining Innovation for Yourself and Your Business
Approaching Innovation as a System
Activities (2 Hours)
Develop personal and business definition of innovation
Participate in debate for/against innovation as a system
Research and create a short thesis on the science of curiosity and brain physiology
Unit 2 – The Psychology of Innovation: Building a Culture of Trust (2 Hours)
Understanding Yourself and Others Through Emotional Intelligence
Learning New Ways to Fast-Track Psychological Safety and Team Development
Understanding Cognitive Diversity and Motivation Theory
Understanding Cognitive Biases that Impact Innovation
Activities (2 Hours)
Complete Unbounded Thinking Profiles
Develop personal action plan for building emotional intelligence
Develop team action plan to streamline psychological safety
Summary:
This session equips participants with a foundational understanding of innovation psychology and team collaboration. By developing emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and cognitive diversity, Canadian professionals gain the tools to foster trust and high-performance teamwork. These skills are essential for organizations seeking to cultivate resilient teams capable of adapting to new challenges and driving innovation in an evolving economic landscape.
Creating a Cohesive, High-Performing Team
Unit 3 – From Groups to Dream Teams: Mastering Team Development (2 Hours)
Understanding the Stages of Team Development
Learning How to Become a High-Performing Team
Activities (2 Hours)
Research high-performing teams and develop supportive thesis
Develop team development strategy
Unit 4 – Unlocking Idea Flow: Overcoming Barriers to Innovation (2 Hours)
Introducing Idea Flow and Identifying Common Barriers
Learning How to Nurture Idea Flow Within Teams
Activities (2 Hours)
Create an example strategy to improve idea sharing within teams
Summary:
This session focuses on transforming groups into high-performing teams that can accelerate innovation. By understanding team development stages and optimizing idea-sharing processes, participants will strengthen collaboration and decision-making. These strategies enable Canadian businesses to foster a culture of open communication and efficiency, ensuring teams are equipped to navigate complex challenges and drive sustainable growth.
Driving Innovation Through Problem-Solving & Execution
Unit 5 – Advanced Problem-Solving: Turning Challenges into Opportunities (2 Hours)
Understanding the Four Types of Problems
Identifying Problem Solving Methods to Improve Innovation Efforts
Activities (2 Hours)
Research and compile a list of known existing problem-solving methods and discuss effectiveness
Apply problem-solving method to example complex problem
Unit 6 – From Ideas to Impact: Mastering Innovation Execution (2 Hours)
Improving How Ideas Move from Inception to Implementation
Finding Practical Ways to Manage Your Team’s Ideas
Activities (2 Hours)
Create a flow diagram for how ideas should flow through a team
Create an example strategy to improve idea sharing within teams
Develop an example idea management process
Summary:
This final session empowers teams with advanced problem-solving techniques and structured idea management strategies. Participants will learn how to overcome innovation barriers and implement solutions that contribute to long-term organizational success. By refining their ability to turn ideas into action, Canadian professionals will enhance their value in the workforce and support the nation’s growing innovation economy.
Shannon Phillips
Co-Founder & Innovation Strategist
Shannon Phillips, co-founder of Unbounded Thinking, brings a scientific lens to organizational innovation. Holding a Bachelor of Biomedical Science, he applies analytical rigor to understand human behavior and decision-making processes. Shannon’s expertise encompasses innovation management, organizational change, and strategic thinking. His training in behavioral psychology, emotional intelligence, and personality psychology enables him to design human-centered innovation strategies that resonate with diverse teams. Known for his curiosity and people-centric approach, Shannon excels at challenging conventional thinking and nurturing environments where innovative ideas thrive.
Tristan Ham
Co-Founder & Lead Facilitator
Tristan Ham is an experienced facilitator and co-founder of Unbounded Thinking, where he leads training programs that empower teams to navigate change and drive innovation. With a background in human services—including roles in adult education, crisis intervention, and child protection—Tristan brings a deep understanding of group dynamics and behavioral change to every session. His approach to facilitation blends strategic foresight, systems thinking, and practical experience gained through his work with startups and public sector organizations. Tristan is known for creating inclusive, engaging learning environments where participants feel confident exploring new ideas and building the skills needed for long-term impact.
Course 3: Empowering Innovation Through Intrapreneurship
Ready to Unlock Your Hidden Potential?
This course empowers employees to think and act like entrepreneurs within their organization, unlocking their ability to lead change, drive innovation, and collaborate more effectively across teams.
Through a human-centered approach, participants will:
Improve Team Dynamics and Problem-Solving Skills: Learn to enhance team performance through innovation psychology, motivation strategies, and practical problem-solving techniques.
Build Innovation Capabilities: Develop tools to streamline idea flow, improve collaboration, and leverage innovation frameworks to maximize impact.
Lead Change and Future Opportunities: Strengthen adaptability, foster continuous learning, and apply strategic foresight to anticipate trends and shape what’s next.
Learning Outcomes
Deep understanding of innovation psychology and motivation in the workplace
Practical methods to improve idea flow and implement effective idea management
Mastery of problem-solving frameworks for diverse innovation challenges
Skills to lead and manage organizational change
Tools for strategic foresight and building future-ready innovation strategies
Pricing: $1,500 per participant
Receive your Certificate in Intrapreneurship & Organizational Innovation
Cultivating a Proactive, Innovative Mindset
Unit 1 – The Science of Employee Motivation & High-Performance Teams (2 Hours)
Introduction to Innovation Psychology Concepts
Understanding Employee Motivation
Building High-Performing Teams
Activities (2 Hours)
Adopting thinking-style programs
Learn how to use the RAMP Motivation Model
Identify a team strategy using the Team Development Model
Unit 2 – Breaking Barriers: Mastering Idea Flow and Collaboration (2 Hours)
Introducing Idea Flow and Identifying Common Barriers
Improving How Ideas Move from Inception to Implementation
Activities (2 Hours)
Create an example strategy to improve idea sharing within teams
Develop an example idea management process
Explore the Ten Types of Innovation Model
Summary:
This session introduces participants to intrapreneurship by exploring employee motivation and the psychology behind innovation. By enhancing idea flow and improving collaboration, professionals can become internal changemakers—strengthening their teams and contributing to organizational innovation with confidence and clarity.
From Problem Identification to Scalable Solutions
Unit 3 – The Art of Problem-Solving: Innovating with Purpose (2 Hours)
Understanding the Four Types of Problems
Identifying Problem-Solving Methods to Improve Innovation Efforts
Activities (2 Hours)
Research and compile a list of known problem-solving methods and discuss effectiveness
Apply problem-solving method to an example complex problem
Unit 4 – Leading Organizational Change: Fast-Tracking Innovation (2 Hours)
Understanding Organizational Change
Learning How to Fast-Track Changes and Stay Competitive
Activities (2 Hours)
Analyze organizational change models
Apply a simplified change model to example projects
Summary:
This session provides employees with the skills to tackle complex problems and lead change within their organizations. By understanding both the nature of problems and how to fast-track innovation through change models, participants become proactive contributors to resilience and growth.
Future-Proofing Innovation Through Learning & Strategic Foresight
Unit 5 – Building a Learning Organization for Continuous Growth (2 Hours)
Understanding the Importance of Organizational Learning to Manage Constant Change
Identifying Ways to Cultivate a Learning Organization
Activities (2 Hours)
Identify barriers to organizational learning
Assess organizational learning capabilities
Unit 6 – Strategic Foresight: Anticipating and Shaping the Future (2 Hours)
Introduction to Strategic Foresight Methods
Learning How to Build Future Scenarios
Activities (2 Hours)
Apply a simplified strategic foresight model
Identify signals and trends to develop future scenarios
Summary:
This final session equips participants with tools to think ahead and build organizations ready for the future. With a focus on continuous learning and strategic foresight, professionals will gain the confidence and clarity to lead innovation in an unpredictable world—helping their organizations stay competitive, agile, and future-ready.
Shannon Phillips
Co-Founder & Innovation Strategist
Shannon Phillips, co-founder of Unbounded Thinking, brings a scientific lens to organizational innovation. Holding a Bachelor of Biomedical Science, he applies analytical rigor to understand human behavior and decision-making processes. Shannon’s expertise encompasses innovation management, organizational change, and strategic thinking. His training in behavioral psychology, emotional intelligence, and personality psychology enables him to design human-centered innovation strategies that resonate with diverse teams. Known for his curiosity and people-centric approach, Shannon excels at challenging conventional thinking and nurturing environments where innovative ideas thrive.
Tristan Ham
Co-Founder & Lead Facilitator
Tristan Ham is an experienced facilitator and co-founder of Unbounded Thinking, where he leads training programs that empower teams to navigate change and drive innovation. With a background in human services—including roles in adult education, crisis intervention, and child protection—Tristan brings a deep understanding of group dynamics and behavioral change to every session. His approach to facilitation blends strategic foresight, systems thinking, and practical experience gained through his work with startups and public sector organizations. Tristan is known for creating inclusive, engaging learning environments where participants feel confident exploring new ideas and building the skills needed for long-term impact.
