There was a facinating posting over at Innovation Tools Blog that highlighted Google's Nine Principles of Innovation. The discussion itself was based on an online video in which Marissa Meyer, VP at Google, defines the principles they work from. Consider your organization's rules of innovation...do they compare to those at Google. Here's their list, with additional comments from me:
1. Ideas come from everywhere
I couldn't agree more with this statement yet we seem to lock ourselves into patterns that suggest otherwise. We need to stay open to new ideas.
2. Cheer everything you can
We all strive for more when we are recognized. Be a great cheerleader for your team and watch them react positively.
3. You're brilliant, we're hiring
There are many brilliant individuals in the world, but we have to be wiling to look in all areas. I see to many organizations that have a very narrow view and miss out on exciting people with incredible potential.
4. A license to pursue dreams
My personal favorite on this list. Work for me and you have a license to pursue your dreams.
5. Innovation, not instant perfection
I use three words to describe my work...creativity, innovation, and transformation. Instant perfection isn't included.
6. Data is apolitical
Nothing more to say here.
7. Creativity loves constraints
I always need to know where the limits are...as long as they are appropriate limits.
8. It's users, not money
The customer comes first, then the profits. Employees also need to come before profits.
9. Don't kill projects, morph them
Do you want to see transformation in action. Then don't kill a project, let it grow into something worthwhile.
Michael T. Bauer
http://www.creativeleading.com/ote
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