Hidden Innovators (CONT’D FROM PAGE 1)
• Accepts change in the interest of improvement • Use more methodical, disciplined approach; more like- ly to document work • Focus on getting things done efficiently and methodi- cally on a day-to-day basis • Dislike ambiguity • Aware of and concerned with group norms.
Creativity Style Characteristics It is important to note that your thinking style is an indi- cator of preference, not of ability. Any of us can think and behave in another style—and we all do it effectively when we recognize it’s needed. But we go back to our preferred style as soon as we can. It’s where we’re most comfortable and probably where we’re most consistently successful. Below are some common characteristics of extreme in- novators: • Find rules and structure limiting in solving problems • Redefine the problem • Think of many varied ideas inside and outside of exist- ing systems. Some ideas may seem unacceptable to the group • Likes change simply because it’s different • Approach may seem undisciplined and disorganized • Spontaneous and unplanned. Can be efficient when extreme circumstances require massive change; will- ing to throw out existing systems • Regularly creates ambiguity • Has difficulty conforming to group norms Characteristics of extreme adapters include: • Find rules and structure helpful in solving problems • Solve the stated problem • Find a few workable solutions within the existing par- adigm
The important question becomes - who should you have running your innovation projects? Extreme innovators are great at coming up with ideas, and their energy and passion for ideas may get other peo- ple excited about them, at least at the beginning. But then their greatest strength – their zest and constant quest for new ideas - becomes a weakness that starts to cre- ate problems. In short, they’ll drive everyone on the team CONTINUED ON PAGE 22
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