Mix creativity with the right mindset to serve up innovation a study of writer's block may explain why some people find it hard to build on initial creative successes

It might seem that success at an initial creative endeavor should give someone the confidence to pursue their next project, but that isn’t necessarily so. New research indicates that first-time innovators who receive high praise often see the potential failure of follow-up projects as threats to the...

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Main Authors: Deichmann, Dirk, Baer, Markus (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] MIT Sloan Management Review 2023
Edition:[First edition]
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520 |a It might seem that success at an initial creative endeavor should give someone the confidence to pursue their next project, but that isn’t necessarily so. New research indicates that first-time innovators who receive high praise often see the potential failure of follow-up projects as threats to their creative identity, leading to creative inertia. The authors explain the psychology behind this mindset and suggest strategies to help creative professionals sustain their innovative drive