The silence that followed was deafening. Silly is important. Wild ideas are welcome. Brainstorming should be fun. Write down everything.
Obsessive note taking is toxic to brainstorming.
It shifts the focus to the wrong side of the brain. It makes the session feel like History 101. Doodles and sketches are fine. A short note that preserves a thought is acceptable. Each session should have an assigned scribe who records suggestions.