In this problem, you will begin by learning about Wynton Marsalis$$s view of creativity. Then you will use your knowledge of the creative process in answering questions about how you would manage creativity in a small business.

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Wynton Marsalis is one of the most talented trumpet players alive. He also has written several books, including Moving to Higher Ground: How Jazz Can Change Your Life.

Read the following passages from Marsalis$$ book and answer the questions about creative individuals and organizations.

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A palpable energy is released when inspiration and dedication come together in a creative art. That energy is transformative in an individual who is innovative, but it is transcendent when manifested by a group. There are no words for the dynamic thrill of participating in a mutual mosaic of creativity. Remember, you don$$t have to earn your creativity$$you were born with it$.$ We are all potential artists, and artists cultivate their creativity obsessively, compelled by the need to create the feeling of community anywhere they can$$in the subway, at a picnic, after dinner, even at a business convention. The feeling of giving enjoyment and enlightenment to the same human beings you have taken inspiration from is addictive.

When kids think innovation is the only way to be successful, unrealistic expectations prevent them from embracing the fundamentals of the art. It$$s as if they think listening to Charlie Parker will somehow compel them to play like him. $($They don$$t need to worry; they won$$t$.)$ If a musician doesn$$t love anything or want to be influenced by anything, he or she will never really experience the transcendent power of art. Believe it or not, some think that interacting with the music is like sleeping with the enemy, because its great achievements might influence their sound and sully their virginal, fresh concepts.

From: Marsalis, W$.(2008).$ Moving to higher ground: How jazz can change your life. New York: Random House.

Marsalis makes a number of points about creativity in these passages. Which of the following are included? Check all that apply.

Creativity requires inspiration and dedication.

To be creative, you must keep your mind free of outside influences.

Working with other creative, dedicated people allows you to achieve more than you can achieve on your own.

Creativity requires study.