Abstract

CABRA, John Fitzgerald; TALBOT, Reginald J  and  JONIAK, Andrew J. Potential explanations of climate factors that help and hinder workplace creativity: a case from selected Colombian companies. Cuad. Adm. [online]. 2007, vol.20, n.33, pp.273-301. ISSN 0120-3592.

The main objective of this paper is to develop conceptual models of cultural traits, Colombian characteristics, work behavior and processes, to determine the factors that resulted from a qualitative study on supporting attitudes and impeding attitudes regarding creativity in the workplace in certain Colombian companies. Data analysis of the interviewees' statements produced 16 categories, such as ownership, trust building, support, influence management standards, envy / jealousy, and voluntary creativity. Some of these categories were incorporated into the conceptual models. In addition, several of the interviewees explicitly referred to Colombian culture promoting or smothering creativity in the workplace. The authors conclude by saying that it is rare to find structured descriptions that indicate a link between cultural characteristics and forms of thinking, feeling or behaving, which have an effect on issues of administrative importance. These potential explanations suggest that cultural climates influence behavior and, therefore, it is necessary to explore their possible origins.

Keywords : Innovative behavior; industrial psychology; creating capabilities; resistance to change.

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