Characteristics of a Creative Person

Creativity is not only for those in art, music, media or performance. Everybody is creative — in their day to day life. We use creative problem solving every day without being aware of the creative process. By becoming aware of the creative process, we can use it more effectively.

Researchers associate the following characteristics to creativity. You don’t need all of these characteristics to be creative.

Creativity can be cultivated as long as you are aware and are ready to be inspired.

3 Most important affective skills of Creativity

• Openness to Novelty

• Tolerance for Ambiguity

• Tolerance for Complexity

Creative Problem Solving Process (CPS)