Employee creativity is being recognized as an essential skill in different professions, including education and librarianship. For librarians, creativity is vital to be able to adapt to changes in the digital era, and be able to help improve the learning environment. Despite this, the factors that influence creativity among librarians remain underexplored. This study investigates the predictors of creativity among librarians in the Philippines, focusing on the interplay between work environment and personality traits. Using multiple regression analysis on data from 106 librarians, the research examines the impact of different elements such as organizational encouragement, sufficient resources, and neuroticism on creativity. The results of the study reveal that neuroticism negatively predicts creativity, suggesting that lower levels of neuroticism are associated with higher creativity. Contrary to previous studies, sufficient resources did not significantly predict creativity in this context. The findings highlight the unique cultural and organizational influences on creativity, suggesting that interventions to reduce neuroticism may enhance creative performance among librarians. The study deepens our understanding of creativity in resource-constrained environments and offers recommendations for future research and practical applications in Philippine librarianship.

Authors:
Joenabie Arevalo, Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines

About the Presenter(s)
Mrs. Joenabie E. Arevalo is a PhD student at the Gokongwei Brothers School of Education and Learning Design, Ateneo de Manila University. Mrs. Arevalo works as the Deputy University Librarian for Reader Services at the university's Rizal Library.

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