Shaping a New Mindset, Part Two
As a society we have been taught that failure is not okay, that mistakes and missteps are out of the question. So it is really a matter a re-wiring the brains of your employees, and that can only be done by example. When you show employees that it is okay to try and fail, that not every idea will be THE IDEA, they will believe you, they will test the waters, and eventually, it will be like that has always been the process.
When people feel like it is okay to make mistakes, they are more willing to try the unexpected and strive for greatness.
Please complete the following questions.
What elements come to mind when you think of a workplace environment that fosters innovation?
Possible answers
- Collaboration
- Interaction
- Independence
- Inspiration
- Curiosity
How can they play into a collaborative or team environment?