what is creativity? define ~ weiseman, franklin, who is creative? company brand survey where is creativity? Csikszentmihalyi am I creative? self-assessment managerial implications
creative flow csikszentmihalyi creativity in the sand sand animation flow in practice discussion
weisberg defines “creative” novel products of value "The airplane was a creative invention." the person who produces the work “Picasso was creative."
Weisberg R. Beyond the myth of genuis. (1993). New York City,New York: W.H. Freeman & Company.
weisberg defines “creativity” capacity to produce such works “How can we foster our employees’ creativity?” activity of generating such products "Creativity requires hard work."
Weisberg R. Beyond the myth of genuis. (1993). New York City,New York: W.H. Freeman & Company.
creativity tendency to generate or recognize ideas, alternatives, or possibilities that may be useful in solving problems, communicating with others, and entertaining ourselves and others Franklen, R. (2001). Human motivation. New York City, New York: Wadsworth Publishing.
creativity General Consensus: for something to be creative, it is not enough for it to be novel: it must have value, or be appropriate to the cognitive demands of the situation Robbins, S. (2009). Self-Assessment library. Upper Saddle RIver New Jersey: Pearson Education Inc.
who do we think of? surveyed our peers WLA & GAP 1st five companies that come to mind CREATIVITY & INNOVATION
where is creativity? 1. Persons who express unusual thoughts, who are interesting and stimulating “people who appear to be unusually bright�
Csikszentmihalyi, M. (1990) Creativity - Flow and the psychology of optimal experience. New York, NY: Harper & Rowe.
where is creativity? 2. People who experience the world in novel and original ways fresh perceptions insightful judgments make important discoveries - that only they know about -
Csikszentmihalyi, M. (1990) Creativity - Flow and the psychology of optimal experience. New York, NY: Harper & Rowe.
where is creativity? 3. Individuals who have changed our culture in some important way “Creative without qualification� their achievements are by definition public, it is easier to write about them. (e.g., Leonardo, Edison, Picasso, Einstein, etc.) (pages 25-26) Csikszentmihalyi, M. (1990) Creativity - Flow and the psychology of optimal experience. New York, NY: Harper & Rowe.
robbins’ self-assessment
review the 30 adjectives be honest and forthright identify accurately
Robbins, S. (2009). Self-Assessment library. Upper Saddle RIver New Jersey: Pearson Education Inc.
am I creative?
Robbins, S. (2009). Self-Assessment library. Upper Saddle RIver New Jersey: Pearson Education Inc.
am I creative?
Robbins, S. (2009). Self-Assessment library. Upper Saddle RIver New Jersey: Pearson Education Inc.
robbins’ self-assessment
18 positive associated 12 negatively correlated r a n g e btwn -12 & +18 higher score = >display creative characteristics
Robbins, S. (2009). Self-Assessment library. Upper Saddle RIver New Jersey: Pearson Education Inc.
creativity 4 managers
Managers Creativity is useful in decision making; see problems and alternatives that others might not All jobs, of course, don’t require high creativity highly creative individuals when faced with routine and structured jobs, often become frustrated and dissatisfied I f you score high on creativity,you should ideally seek a job that will provide you with a creative outlet. If that is not possible, utilize your free time to develop hobbies and interests that satisfy your need for creative expression. Robbins, S. (2009). Self-Assessment library. Upper Saddle RIver New Jersey: Pearson Education Inc.
flow Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi life’s purpose “study what makes people truly happy” happiest moments not those that bring pleasure or relaxation “a person’s body or mind is stretched to its limits in a voluntary effort to accomplish something difficult and worthwhile”
…t h i s i s Csikszentmihalyi, M. (1990) Creativity - Flow and the psychology of optimal experience. New York, NY: Harper & Rowe.
flow “being completely involved in an activity for its own sake. The ego falls away. Time flies. Every action, movement, and thought follows inevitably from the previous one, like playing jazz. Your whole being is involved, and you're using your skills to the utmost� Flow as a means to achieving creativity, which ultimately makes a lasting contribution to culture
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flow
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creativity in the sand
How creative with sand can you be?
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creativity in the sand
How creative with sand can you be?
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creativity in the sand
How creative with sand can you be?
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creativity in the sand
How creative with sand can you be?
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http://www.poynter.org/resource/123260/troll.jpg
creativity in the sand Topic: how ordinary people were affected by the German invasion (World War II) Medium: Illuminated sand table
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sand animation
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