Characteristics Characteristics of A Creative Person Teresa Amabile,HBR,1998 Ability to put existing ideas together in new combinations. Naturally tries out solution that departs from the status quo. Feels comfortable disagreeing with others. Habitually combines knowledge from seemingly disparate fields. Perseveres through long dry spells of tedious experimentation. I have not failed.I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work.(Thomas Alva Edison) Have intrinsic motivation-passion and interest. CLGO System Engineering by J.J.Gao 10+ - System Engineering by J. J. Gao 10 Characteristics