Explain the conceptual blocks that inhibit creative problem ...

[gbarreiro]

Explain the conceptual blocks that inhibit creative problem solving. Then provide an example for each type of conceptual block.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

What is the person called who brings together cross-functional groups and necessary political support to implement a creative idea?
 
  A) Sponsor
  B) Idea champion
  C) Rule breaker
  D) Orchestrator
  E) Maverick

[micaelaswann]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: (1) ConstancyDefine problems in only one way without considering alternative views. (2) CommitmentPresent problems are only seen as variations of past problems. (3) CompressionDefining the boundaries of a problem too narrowly. (4) ComplacencyNot asking questions. See Table 3 for additional information. Also, students should provide an appropriate example for each conceptual block.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D
Explanation: A) Incorrect. The sponsor provides resources to develop the idea. The one who brings together cross-functional groups and political support is the orchestrator or facilitator.
B) Incorrect. The idea champion generates creative problem solutions. The one who brings together cross-functional groups and political support is the orchestrator or facilitator.
C) Incorrect. The rule breaker goes beyond organizational boundaries to ensure success of the creative solution. The one who brings together cross-functional groups and political support is the orchestrator or facilitator.
D) Correct. The orchestrator (or facilitator) is necessary to facilitate implementation of the creative solutions. He or she accomplishes this by bringing together cross-functional groups and garnering the necessary political support.
E) Incorrect. Maverick is not one of the roles for enabling creativity discussed in the text. The one who brings together cross-functional groups and political support is the orchestrator or facilitator.