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Characteristics of innovators
As a manager you should possess these skills/qualities:
1 A clear vision of required results
2 The ability to:
• define objectives and benefits of ideas/projects
• present the case for it powerfully
• win support from superiors, colleagues and subordinates
• motivate people into action so that they contribute to project
success
• influence others to support the project
• deal with criticism, interference, lack of enthusiasm, disputes
and lateness
3 Courage – to take risks (and endure any setbacks)
4 Willpower to maintain momentum
5 Fairness – to ensure all who participate are recognised/
rewarded.
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