From: hbr.com
Date: January 2014
Direct Link: https://hbr.org/2014/12/the-inescapable-paradox-of-managing-creativity
[blockquote]The Idea: At the core of innovation lies a fundamental tension, or paradox of unleashing individuals’ talents, while harnessing the diverse talents of the team. Gain an insider’s perspective on how to balance both personal flexibility & corporate discipline. [/blockquote]
Excerpt: When facing the challenge of unleashing organizational innovation, many leaders fail. Some attempt to help their teams flourish by granting almost unlimited freedoms, only to discover that they have created chaos, not high performance. Others try to force their employees’ creativity through prescribed programs and activities, which usually yields humdrum results at best. (continue reading on hbr.com)
