Creativity and problem solving are encouraged through six key principles: 1) Promote divergent thinking by encouraging ideas that are unusual and different. 2) Take risks and allow yourself to make mistakes to come up with novel solutions. 3) Combine ideas from seemingly unrelated fields to spark new connections. 4) Question assumptions and think outside of the box to view problems from new perspectives. 5) Network and collaborate with others who have different backgrounds and experiences to gain exposure to new modes of thinking. 6) Be passionate and have fun with the process of discovery to stay motivated and find inspiration in unlikely places.