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Boosting creativity on your team
Research is divided on the best way to boost creativity on a team.
- Studies have found that great ideas come from combining insights from unrelated fields. Based on this thinking, a team can become more creative by encouraging employees to explore new areas or by hiring people who have a variety of experiences.
- Yet, other studies found that it is the specialists who can better spot emerging opportunities. They suggest that it is better to hire employees with deep expertise in specific areas.
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