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Brainstorming.

By Em | Published: January 19, 2011
Quick—think of as many ways as possible to earn the “brainstorming” merit badge. By the time you’re done, you’ll have earned it. Part of the merit badges for writers series. The badge may be posted on your site or blog. Tell us why you’ve earned (or will never earn) it in the comments.
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Finding that perfect idea.

By Em | Published: October 11, 2010
The “finding that perfect idea” merit badge isn’t about coming up with a great idea. It’s about finding one. After you lost it. It was on the back of a grocery receipt… Or maybe it was a cocktail napkin. Either way, it was definitely here an hour ago. It couldn’t have just gotten up and walked away—could it? Part [...]
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Idea trapping.

By Em | Published: August 27, 2010
You caught a brilliant idea in the wild. It’s a real beauty. You’re quite proud—as you should be! What are the next steps in earning your “idea trapping” merit badge? Keep the idea locked up in a sturdy enclosure. A confined space in your mind is best, because it won’t give the idea room to grow or [...]
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Brilliant idea.

By Em | Published: May 31, 2010
You’ve got an idea. No, you’ve got THE idea. It’s original. It’s amazing. It’s begging to be written. The world has been waiting for something like this, even if it doesn’t know it yet. So? What are you hanging around here for? Hurry up and collect your “brilliant idea” merit badge and get back to work. [...]
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