David Kennedy one of the founding partners at Wieden + Kennedy. One of the things I took from him was he is a very simple man. He didn't get any fancy formal training or education on how to be a creative person. He knew how to draw and he could learn from others like Push Pin Studios and Paul Davis to name a couple. He learned from other people and influences. That proves creativity can be learned.
For his employees he likes to get out of their way and let them work their magic. By interfering, he interrupts the creative process and people will start to censor themselves. I can relate to this because I remember in elementary school we had an art class and the teacher always interrupted when I did my projects. I wanted to be left alone and let me do my thing. Ultimately, my teacher or somebody else can critique my work at the end. If I wanted advice I can always ask but don't actively overlook somebody when they are working because that makes people less creative.
Also I like the idea of letting your employees work in blue jeans. Forcing somebody to work in a suit or dress up interrupts people. Let people be themselves and that will be reflected in their work.
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