Episode 46 - How Innovative Leaders Make Decisions

In episode 46 we'll drill down into challenges facing innovating decision makers. Suppose you are a successful business person and someone comes to you with an idea they say will be great for your business. The guy with the brilliant idea wants you to be the lead dog. You're told the idea, plan and deliverables are solid.

For some people, this scenario raises dozens of red flags and for other people, it's a good opening-opportunity salvo. The difference in perspectives comes from the way leaders make decisions when faced with innovative ideas. Do you know what questions you would ask the purveyor of the new idea?

Most people are not hard-wired risk takers. They prefer to be the 2nd, 3rd, or 25th person to make a move. What are the characteristics of the innovator and how can you tap into the benefits of being on the leading edge without being reckless? Learn about the principles of teamwork, due diligence and other key decision-making principles.