As artificial intelligence and automation reshape industries, the demand for human creativity has never been greater. However, while schools and businesses emphasize technical skills, they often neglect to teach innovation systematically. They also fail to teach creativity, viewing it as an innate talent rather than a skill that can be cultivated. Consequently, individuals are ill-prepared for an economy that increasingly values ingenuity over routine expertise or basic knowledge.

Duncan Wardle, the former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, has made it his mission to change that. He recently published The Imagination Emporium: Creative Recipes for Innovation, a blend of a cookbook for ideas, a sourcebook for inspiration, and a toolkit aimed at helping individuals and organizations create a structured approach to innovation. Intriguingly, he has adopted a novel method of incorporating AI into the experience, ensuring that creative learning remains dynamic, interactive, and accessible anytime.

To learn why innovation must be taught, read the rest of my article over on Forbes.com.