What type of Leadership Style Transforms Culture?

Creating a culture of innovation isn't easy; it requires investing in the right mindset, culture, incentives, and support throughout an organization. To do so, leaders must encourage specific behaviors that promote creativity and innovation. Jon R. Katzenbach's book, A Critical Few, suggests focusing on a few critical things rather than trying to transform an entire company's culture. Narrowing down to a few essential behaviors is essential, such as building creative confidence, encouraging team members to share perspectives, active listening, and fostering continuous learning and discovery. Authentic Informal Leaders (AILs) are another vital component in employee engagement and innovation culture. When organizations are undergoing major challenges or transformation, engaging AILs can help the greater organization accomplish what would otherwise be impossible.