Teresa M. Amabile

Teresa M. Amabile is a renowned psychologist known for her research on creativity and motivation. She studies how factors like work environment, encouragement, and external rewards influence people's ability to generate creative ideas. Her work emphasizes that a supportive, engaging atmosphere fosters innovation, while excessive pressure and stress can hinder it. Amabile's insights help organizations create conditions that unlock individuals' creative potential, making her a leading figure in understanding what drives creative thinking and productivity in workplaces.