Bold, creative, and outside-the-box thinking

Thinking big and creative risk-taking are fundamental entrepreneurial traits. It involves breaking free from traditional patterns of thinking and exploring new perspectives and possibilities. This lens overcomes the limitations posed by attitudes that are averse to change, stigmatise failure, and rewards playing it safe.

 

Adopting a startup mentality demands a culture of creative risk-taking and bold vision.

 

Over time, thinking big and taking risks enhances collaboration, experimentation and competitive advantage.

Strategies to foster big, creative thinking include:
Reframe failure as a learning opportunity

Nurture an environment where failure is seen as an important part of learning and progress. Encourage people to take calculated risks, learn from their mistakes, and speak openly about failures.

Reward out-of-the-box thinkers

Acknowledge and reward those who demonstrate innovative thinking and take risks.

Create an open, questioning culture

Foster an environment where people feel safe to express unconventional ideas and challenge the status quo.

Introduce new and diverse ideas

Provide access to diverse global perspectives through brainstorming sessions, physical and online workshops, and cross-functional collaboration.