Ability Quote by Akio Morita
“From a management standpoint, it is very important to know how to unleash people's inborn creativity. My concept is that anybody has creative ability, but very few people know how to use it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Innovation Forum, 1973
Everyone possesses innate creative potential; unlocking it requires environments that encourage risk‑taking, curiosity, and diverse perspectives.
In simple terms: People are naturally creative; nurture it.
Key Takeaway
Foster curiosity and safe experimentation.
Themes
creativity
leadership
innovation
Mood
optimistic
inspired
Type
motivational
strategic
When to use this quote
- product development
- team brainstorming
- R&D labs
- startup incubators
Key Concepts
psychology
organizational culture
design thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you redesign meetings to spark creativity?
- What safeguards help protect unconventional ideas?
A Different Perspective
Creative ideas can be stifled by rigid hierarchies or fear of failure.
