Creativity and innovation are critical to supporting our organizations to set themselves apart from the competition.

Simply put, creative performance is the backbone of innovation. Whether it’s a new product, a new way to relate to customers or to train employees, staying ahead of the competition helps organizations make their mark in the marketplace.

For creative performance to emerge, HR can establish practices that help build the Psychological Capital (efficacy, optimism, hope, resilience) of its employees. Some of the practical implications of Psychological Capital are discussed in BC HRMA’s latest Research Briefing.

Research Briefings are a service from BC HRMA’s research group. Our aim is to make it easier and quicker for HR professionals to find and apply the latest and best people management insight to their challenges and projects. This paper contains a concise and practical summary of a recent academic finding that should shape your HR practices.