Think Outside the Box – Idiom
The idiom think outside the box means to think creatively. This idiomatic term is used frequently in Business English. In the business world, companies and big corporations must often find creative or innovative solutions to problems. The idea is that you must try and see a problem from a different perspective it.
Example: If you have a problem and you cannot solve it, you must think outside the box.
THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX, Idiom – Edward De Bono
Although Edward De Bono did not actually invent the phrase ‘think outside the box’, he is largely responsible for the spread of the idea and concept. Although he left Malta long ago, this little island is still very proud of its most famous philosopher! Find out more about Edward De Bono by clicking here.