Abstract
This study proposes a mediation model by drawing on the self-determination theory (SDT), organismic intergraton theory, the control theory, organizational learning theory and the creativity literature, we develop a mediation model in order to examine how two curiosity factors (deprivation sensitivity and joyous exploration) affects creativity via knowledge sharing at work. The paper adopts a new lens for understanding creativity. A conceptual framework identifying the roles of two curiosity factors (deprivation sensitivity and joyous exploration) and knowledge sharing. Employees from service sectors in China were surveyed using a self-administered instrument for data collection. The results indicate a mediation model in which (1) deprivation sensitivity favors creativity; joyous exploration favors creativity; (2) deprivation sensitivity favors knowledge sharing; joyous exploration favors knowledge sharing; (3) knowledge sharing mediate the positive relationship between two curiosity factors and creativity. This study examines the relationship between two curiosity factors and creativity.
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