8 Pillars of Innovation Culture

8 Pillars of Innovation Culture

Creating a culture of innovation is not an easy task, but it helps organizations thrive in a rapidly changing environment. This article discusses the 8 pillars of innovation culture, starting with empowering people to drive change, and fostering a process that's flexible but structured. Divergence and collaboration are important, and organizations should make use of their full ecosystem through an open innovation model. Rewarding employees with creative incentives is also crucial, as is engaging leaders who show the way and encourage risk-taking. Finally, tenacity is key when it comes to innovation, with an approach that tests assumptions, learns from failure, and doesn't give up.

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