Creativity in Daily Work

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Kondo, Yoshio

Affiliations: Kyoto University, 29 Higashi-Takagicho, Shimogamo, Sakyo-Ku, Kyoto 606, Japan

Abstract: Simplification of work and separation of planning from execution which are the premises behind the Taylor system are being examined, and the creativity in daily work is being extensively investigated. As the background of creative work, Maslow's hierarchy of human needs and Herzberg's theory of motivation are examined. The superficial contradiction between standardization and creativity is discussed, and four steps leading to creative works are presented. Supporting creative works of employees is indispensable.

Keywords: Creativity, self-control, hierarchy of human needs, job standardization, supporting creative works

DOI: 10.3233/HSM-1990-9104

Journal: Human Systems Management, vol. 9, no. 1, pp. 7-13, 1990