Curiosity thrilled the Cat.

Ideas for a better day at work.

A research published by Harvard Business Review in 2019, confirms that creativity has a positive impact on  business performance. Yet, a recent survey of more than 3000 employees showed a whopping 70 percent feel on-the-job questions are discouraged, thwarting their curiosity, a key component of creativity. Here are five ways to increase creativity at work:

1. Hire for curiosity. Ask candidates what books they are reading or to describe a time they learned something new.
2. Ask questions. A lot of questions. Research shows that good listeners are more likely to seek creative solutions.
3. Ask better questions. MIT’s Bob Langer helps people switch their focus from giving good answers to asking good questions.
4. Set goals. New insights suggest that setting goals around learning boosts motivations.
5. Let ‘Em Think. Outside-of-the-box thinking encourages people to take on new challenges.

360 Magazine – Issues 16