24 Jan Barriers to Innovation

BUS505 Organizational Creativity, Discovery and Innovation

Unit 6 Discussion

Creative Abrasion. We’ve touched on the concept of “Creative Abrasion” in prior discussion boards. Diversity in creative teams seems to be a consistent message. In spite of this many of us tend to gravitate towards people we are comfortable with.

As managers, what can we do (what have you done), to ensure diversity in a team?

What techniques can you use to ensure that the diverse team works well together when it comes to creativity?

What have you seen work in the past?

Barriers to Innovation & Creativity: In your experience, how have team leaders promoted processes to encourage team development and creativity? How have these team leaders been a barrier to, not understood, or ignored any process? How would you approach creativity and innovation in the light of what you have learned? Have you ever been an engine or leader of creativity in your group? Have you ever been a barrier? Explain and analyze.

Seek out articles and research barriers to innovation and creativity. Explain their relevance to the discussion and what they add to our knowledge.

Human Potential & The Process of Innovation: Does innovation tap into something unique about the human condition that allows us to focus on something greater than ourselves? If so, what does this say about tapping into our nature as humans to encourage others to engage in creative endeavors and innovation? What can we learn from Dr. Moskowitz’s story as told by Malcolm Gladwell?

Can leaders use this knowledge to drive their organizations to sustainable success? Also, watch the Daniel Dennet video before participating in this discussion.