Leaders Inspiring Creativity for Innovation: A Phenomenlogical Study
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Authors
Skinn, Erlene, Glines
Issue Date
2025
Volume
Issue
Type
Thesis
Language
en_US
Keywords
Creativity , Creativity training , Innovation , Leadership , Leadership Styles
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Abstract
Abstract This dissertation centers on the lived experiences of leaders who enhance creativity for innovation. Section 1 discusses elements from the literature, including recent findings on the subject, definitions of leadership, creativity, and innovation, and the aim and the propositions. Included are examples of leaders and leadership styles that enhance creativity and innovation in organizations. Section 2 presents an overview of the study in an article format. The main findings were that creativity and innovation can be learned and taught, leaders are responsible for the cultural and environmental conditions of the workspace, and creativity training increases workers’ skills. Section 3 provides practitioner recommendations in the form of four training workshops. Participants explore discussions and activities intended to strengthen respect and listening, authenticity and empowerment, psychological safety amid creativity, and creativity training. Also included are my reflections on the dissertation in practice journey and my personal leadership philosophy.Keywords: leadership, creativity, innovation, leadership styles, creativity training
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2025
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Publisher
Creighton University
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