Social Networks and Individual Creativity: The Role of Individual Differences

Autor/inn/en	Kim, Sang Kyun; Shin, Shung Jae; Shin, Jiseon; Miller, Douglas R.
Titel	Social Networks and Individual Creativity: The Role of Individual Differences
Quelle	In: Journal of Creative Behavior, 52 (2018) 4, S.285-296 (12 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	0022-0175
DOI	10.1002/jocb.153
Schlagwörter	Social Networks; Creativity; Role; Individual Differences; Theories; Interpersonal Relationship; Correlation + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Social network; Soziales Netzwerk; Kreativität; Rollen; Individueller Unterschied; Theory; Theorie; Interpersonal relation; Interpersonal relations; Interpersonelle Beziehung; Zwischenmenschliche Beziehung; Korrelation
Abstract	This article addresses the theoretical limitations of social network theory as it applies to individual creativity. Social network theory implicitly assumes that social interactions influence creativity identically for all individuals in all circumstances. We argue that the extent to which individuals take advantage of their social ties may vary depending on individual characteristics, based on the componential model and the investment theory of creativity. Building on an interactional approach, this article explores the role of individual differences in the relationship between social networks and individual creativity and proposes that weak ties enhance creativity when information recipients are highly open to experience, have more domain knowledge, have an innovative style, and are intrinsically motivated. This article contributes to the current debate on the relationship between social networks and individual creativity by rationalizing the conditions under which weak ties enhance individual creativity. Implications for business managers and suggestions for future research are also discussed. (As Provided).
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