What are the key traits that define creativity? 1 Creative people can associate unrelated fields. 2 They have the capacity to challenge the world as it is and ask questions about why things are as they are. 3 They are keen observers with a non-judgmental attitude. ... More items...
For instance, one author may describe highly creative people as “rebellious,” while another indicates they tend to be “independent thinkers,” and still another may label them as having “unusual or unique viewpoints.”
Leslie’s note: It is also important to note that many of the characteristics of highly creative people, in the extreme or overly amplified may also have the potential for becoming negative personality traits! When this happens a highly creative person can become difficult to live or work with.
Can manipulate ideas by easily changing, elaborating, adapting, improving, or modifying the original idea or the ideas of others.” Are often concerned with improving the conceptual frameworks of institutions, objects, and systems.
Statistical models tested with samples from around the world support the Five Factor Model of personality. The five core traits are neuroticism, extraversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, and openness to experience.
Trait models of personality have limits, as people behave inconsistently across environments. Personality traits are more useful for explaining individual differences than for predicting specific behaviors.
An individualistic culture emphasizes independence and uniqueness, whereas a collectivistic culture focuses on interpersonal connections.