Unlock Your Creative Potential with HBR's Must-Reads on Creativity

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, creativity is no longer a luxury but a necessity for organizations that seek to thrive. Harvard Business Review (HBR) has compiled a collection of 10 essential articles on creativity that will equip you with the tools and insights you need to unleash your full creative potential.

HBR's 10 Must Reads on Creativity (with bonus article "How Pixar Fosters Collective Creativity" By Ed Catmull)

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This comprehensive collection covers a wide range of topics related to creativity, from fostering a creative environment to overcoming barriers to innovation. Each article is written by an expert in the field and provides actionable advice that you can apply immediately in your workplace.

As a special bonus, this collection also includes an article on Pixar's groundbreaking approach to creativity. Pixar, known for its iconic animated films, has developed a unique culture that encourages collective thinking and collaboration. Learn how Pixar fosters innovation and how you can apply these principles to your own organization.

Section 1: Fostering a Creative Environment

The first three articles in this collection focus on creating an environment that supports creativity. They explore the importance of psychological safety, diversity, and play in fostering innovation.

• The Creative Confidence Myth by Amy C. Edmondson and Susan Salter Reynolds: This article challenges the belief that confidence is essential for creativity. Instead, they argue that psychological safety and a growth mindset are more important factors.
• Diversity, Inclusion, and Innovation by Sylvia Ann Hewlett, Lotte Bailyn, and Laura Sherbin: This article explores the link between diversity and innovation. The authors argue that organizations with diverse workforces are more likely to generate new ideas and solve problems creatively.
• Play and Innovation by Amy C. Edmondson and Christine Porath: This article discusses the importance of play in fostering creativity. The authors argue that play allows people to experiment with new ideas and take risks without fear of failure.

Section 2: Overcoming Barriers to Creativity

The next three articles in the collection focus on overcoming barriers to creativity. They explore the challenges of fixed mindsets, perfectionism, and fear of failure.

• The Fixed Mindset by Carol Dweck: This article explores the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset. People with a fixed mindset believe that intelligence is fixed and cannot be changed. People with a growth mindset believe that intelligence can be developed through hard work and effort. This article argues that a growth mindset is essential for creativity.
• The Perfectionism Trap by Tal Ben-Shahar: This article discusses the dangers of perfectionism. The author argues that perfectionism can lead to procrastination, self-criticism, and a fear of failure. He provides strategies for overcoming perfectionism and embracing a more creative approach to life.
• Fear of Failure by Ed Catmull: This article explores the fear of failure and its impact on creativity. The author argues that fear of failure can lead to risk aversion and a reluctance to experiment with new ideas. He provides strategies for overcoming fear of failure and creating a culture that celebrates failure as a necessary part of the creative process.

Section 3: Cultivating Creativity in Organizations

The final four articles in the collection focus on cultivating creativity in organizations. They explore the role of leaders, managers, and individuals in fostering innovation.

• Leading Creative People by Teresa Amabile: This article explores the role of leaders in fostering creativity. The author argues that leaders need to create an environment that supports creativity, including psychological safety, autonomy, and resources.
• Managing for Creativity by Teresa Amabile and Steven Kramer: This article provides practical advice for managers on how to foster creativity in their teams. The authors discuss the importance of creating clear goals, providing feedback, and recognizing and rewarding creativity.
• The Creative Individual by Teresa Amabile and Steven Kramer: This article explores the characteristics of creative individuals. The authors argue that creative individuals are curious, open-minded, persistent, and self-motivated.
• The Creative Catalyst by Teresa Amabile and Katherine A. Fisher: This article explores the role of creative catalysts in organizations. Creative catalysts are individuals who

HBR's 10 Must Reads on Creativity (with bonus article "How Pixar Fosters Collective Creativity" By Ed Catmull)

by Harvard Business Review

4.6 out of 5

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