Innovativeness white papers
Title: The Impact of Mindfulness Training on Employee Innovation: A Randomized Controlled Trial and Meta--Analysis
Publication Date: March 22, 2026
Magazine: Journal of Occupational Health Psychology (ResearchGate)
Main Conclusions:
- Experimental Evidence: A randomized controlled trial (RCT) involving 450 employees showed that an 8--week mindfulness program increased innovative work behavior by 21%.
- Cognitive Flexibility: Meta--analysis of 25 studies confirms that mindfulness enhances innovation by improving cognitive flexibility and reducing "functional fixedness."
- Stress Reduction: The reduction in workplace stress serves as a critical mediator between mindfulness practice and the generation of novel ideas.