in Creativity, Innovation
It’s almost impossible to come up with really innovative things when you have a deadline and schedule.
It is no secret that constraints drive innovation. But what about deadlines? Deadlines, when managed well, can be a motivation–but when abused, can set you back. Here are a few things to consider before jumping on the “deadlines are imperative” bandwagon:…
in Innovation
Though business leaders say they want innovation, the vast majority hate the concept of creativity.
But as much as us innovators are fed up with this, the truth is that it isn’t the executives fault because people are wired to reject uncertainty; no matter how smart they appear to be. Fears and biases stand in the way of a boss that talks a good talk, but doesn’t walk.
But, there is a flip side to all of this: business-as-usual, no matter how predictable it may feel, is littered with biases too. …
in Creativity, Innovation
Late last year, in response to an article that stated that you need to stifle your creativity in order to get promoted, I argued that you needed to become a credible innovator to cut through the smoke and keep those objections at bay.
Now, new research further indicates that people are biased against creative ideas. Among the findings:…