6 DNA Strands of Innovation Leaders

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Luis Solis unveils the results of his extensive research around the question, "What do successful innovation leaders in enterprise have in common?"  Solis point out that companies aren't innovative, people are.  And the following DNA strands aren't necessarily innate-- they can be cultivated through practice.

1) Self-Awareness (the foundation)

2) Eclectic Experience ("MBA optional")

3) Mission-Driven (fingers firmly on the "strategic pulse" of the business)

4) Synthesizing ("seeing the Forest AND the trees")

5) Storytelling (connecting deeply with audience)

6) Business Case Ready (relentless pursuit of getting the job done)

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Small Nicki Peasley I am the CEO of my home, managing a team consisting of a 40 year old, an 11 year old, an 8 year old, and a 6 year old. In my spare time, I am the YOUth development director for Bounce, writing curriculums and working (playing and learning) with elementary and middle school youth.

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