An innovator produces and introduces something new to the market, something of value. It is not about repeating someone’s work better; it is about creating something new and was not there before.
Problems arise on a daily basis; innovators identify the issues and come up with creative solutions to solve them. Innovation adds value to society and drives the global community forward. The world needs people who think outside the box and are not afraid to be different and take chances.
Know Your Vision and Mission
Are you able to properly articulate the mission of your company? To have a successful company, you need to know where it is heading and see where you are currently at; having a clear vision allows you to understand what you are aiming at. If you know your vision inside and out, you can share that with others and generate a positive movement.
Forbes highlights the importance of having a mission-driven company by stating that it instills trust within the organization and provides better leadership within your organization.
Mistakes Happen – Learn to Grow
Nothing will ever be perfect and accepting failures as lessons to make you better will make you a better innovator. Trying something new ultimately means you are your own “guinea pig” – grow from the struggle and do not let it weigh you down.
Everyone has their own experience to learn to reach out and seek resources to help you find the value in your failures. Practice makes perfect, and if you are not failing, ask yourself, are you really trying anything new?
Stanford University psychology professor Carol Dweck identified the importance of recognizing the “fixed-mindset” and learning to adapt to a “growth mindset.” It is hard work, but it will ultimately benefit you and your organization if you learn to recognize your mindset and learn how to move forward.
Your Growth Starts Now
There is no better time to invest in yourself than today. Sure, there are outside forces that play a role in how much time or money you can invest into your company, but you should never stop putting time, money, and effort into your dream.
If you are waiting for the “right time,” what does that even look like? If your business is doing well, continue to innovate and grow your business. Learn to love the constraints but work around them. Limitations exist, but innovation can push you beyond them.
Are you an innovator?
If you have a business, ask yourself, how is my business adding value to the market?
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Author: Francesca Savino is a graduate student from Owasso, Oklahoma, studying at the School of Global Studies and Partnerships at Oklahoma State University. She is passionate about international trade and global supply chain management. Francesca is currently acting as a social impact intern at One10.