As a leader, you’ve likely heard it before: “Think outside the box.” But what does that actually look like in action? In my years of working with organizations like Disney, Marvel and Lucasfilm, I’ve learned that fostering innovation isn’t just about grand ideas — it’s about creating environments and behaviors that allow those ideas to flourish. 

Innovation thrives not on grand ideas alone but on cultivating environments and behaviors that empower teams to think creatively, sustain progress and learn through iteration. 

Two read the three essential behaviors to guide your teams toward creativity and results, click here to read my latest article on smartbrief.com.

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