#43 John Lam - East meets West: Culture's impact on creativity

Episode von Talking Creativity von Siemens · 6. Juli 2023 · 1 h 23 min

"The most secure way to success is to simply try again." This insightful advice from Tobi's Fortune Cookie perfectly captures the spirit of our latest episode. Join us as we embark on an exciting exploration of the intersection between culture and creativity, delving into the contrasting worlds of the East and the West. In this episode, we are thrilled to talk to John Lam, a seasoned Design Strategist, Culture Analyst, and juror of the iF Design Award, who has worked in both German and Chinese organizations. With his firsthand experience, John provides invaluable insights into how culture influences creativity. We'll dive into Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory, shedding light on how it directly relates to creativity.What to expect from this episode:·       Can creative achievements be evaluated objectively at all?·       How do culture and creativity intertwine?·       What are the contrasting definitions of creativity in Western and Eastern cultures?·       What alternative uses are there for chopsticks?·       How is creativity nurtured and expressed in Chinese corporate contexts?We look forward to hearing about your experiences and opinions. Feel free to leave a comment or connect with us directly on LinkedIn.

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