I often found that one of the keys to success is to work with people who complement your strengths and weaknesses. Your employees are an extension of your business, they represent your company and you the person so it is important to apply teamwork and innovation when leading a team. It doesn’t matter if it’s a small business, non-profit or an idea, this applies across the board. You want to make sure your core values are shared during creative sessions. The employer must share the same core values or the same mission of what the company is trying to accomplish. What is the point of hiring someone in your team who is not interested in what the business entails? Would you hire a fashion designer who wants to be a doctor? A blogger who’s passion is becoming a chef? Before creating your “dream” team you first have to analyze their passion, motivation, talent and drive and see if these attributes match your business. Here are a few qualities to identify team players for your business:
Competitive: passionate about your products or mission.
Extremely smart, innovative, creative thinker.
Someone who loves to research and analyze problems.
Open minded and collaborative. A person who doesn’t mind participating in other groups to get the job done..
Big thinkers striving to make a big impact.
Aggressive movers with the ability to change direction when things aren’t working.
Unwilling to accept mediocrity.
Deeply curious with a desire to evolve and challenge tradition.
These attributes might not be fit for every business, but it will lead you to where you need to be. Having these qualities will allow you to create a innovative environment for successful projects.
