Harley Davidson InnovationTo embrace change and encourage innovation in your business consider the following tips:
It starts with leadership: True leaders must be able to take advantage of opportunities swiftly and assertively. You must demonstrate your forward thinking ability to innovate and respond to change so your team will do the same.
Utilize fresh viewpoints: Do you have new team-members on your team? Have you listened to their perspectives on sales strategy, marketing or operations? Listening to their observations and suggestions may open your eyes to new opportunities that you may have not considered.
Acknowledge and celebrate idea-sharing: Leadership guru John C. Maxwell suggests that a “great idea is simply the combination of many good ideas.” It is important to celebrate good ideas and recognize the people who bring them forward. These companies will continue to surround themselves with top talent and a constant supply of leading-edge suggestions.
Fail Faster: Effective teams are allowed to fail a few times before they succeed. Creativity is stifled when there is fear that failure will be punished in the work place. It is important to praise creative thinking and problem solving even though it may not be the outcome you are looking for.
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