How creative can you be at work?

One of the benefits of creativity is the ability to switch perspectives. Big picture, little picture.

Sometimes you need to get away from the details.

Metaphors can help (Or make things muddy) but always be aware of the Narrative that you are sharing.

About the product, the process, the people, etc.  You always have control over how you tell the story.  There are plenty of details that will get in the way of a solution, but you have to adjust the story or fight through those details. 

Very creative indeed.