7 Characteristics of Highly Successful Innovators

7 Characteristics of Highly Successful Innovators

Successful innovators possess a range of characteristics, including divergent thinking, insatiable curiosity, infectious passion, stamina, compelling leadership, respect for other innovators, and courage. Divergent thinkers look beyond the status quo to possibilities, while curious innovators view everything as though for the first time, rejecting preconceived notions. Passion fuels the innovative fire, and leaders must rally their teams, adopting others' visions to bring an idea to reality. Courage allows innovators to put their ideas into action, face criticism, and keep fighting, even if met with challenges.