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[novapsyche]

Which is more important: creativity or efficiency? Why?

Comments

[dionysus1999.livejournal.com]

It really depends on the type of business, though most companies are looking for clerical droids rather than people who can think for themselves.

[novapsyche.livejournal.com]

No, silly, I'm asking you to answer the question. You personally.

[simianpower.livejournal.com]

For me, creativity. For my minions, efficiency. *I* want worker drones who will do as I say, make what I design to exact specifications. :)

[thatguychuck.livejournal.com]

Then I'll have to answer "neither." Flexibility is more important than either of them.

[blue-lightning.livejournal.com]

Creativity. Any animal can be efficient - in its design, its routines, its life goals - but creativity is truly the mark of an advanced species. It's what sets us apart!

[simon-magus.livejournal.com]

I have to say both, because either in isolation is useless. You have to get the balance. Me, I need more efficiency in my life.