Creativity Quote by Ken Robinson
“Creativity is the process of having original ideas that have value”
About This Quote
Source Book: Out of Our Minds, 2004
Creativity combines novelty and usefulness, producing ideas that matter
In simple terms: Creative ideas must be both original and valuable
Key Takeaway
Foster environments that reward useful innovation
Themes
creativity
value
innovation
Mood
inspirational
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- education
- business
- artistic projects
- product development
Key Concepts
originality
utility
problem solving
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you test the value of a new idea?
- When should originality be prioritized over practicality?
A Different Perspective
Not all original ideas are valuable; usefulness must be judged
