What do you do if your career in innovation is met with constant resistance?

When facing constant resistance in an innovation career, it's crucial to understand and articulate your "why" - the core reason you're passionate about innovation. This understanding fuels resilience, offering clarity and strength to navigate obstacles. Communicating your vision compellingly can align others with your goals, potentially turning resistance into support. Also, consider feedback critically, as it may offer insights to refine your approach without compromising your mission. Remember, the path of innovation is often met with resistance, but your "why" can transform challenges into stepping stones for success.

Me parece totalmente normal que una carrera en Innovación encuentre resistencia, es lo que pasa cuando quieres hacer algo por primera vez o como nunca nadie lo había hecho, eso causa dudas y miedo, pero no dejaría que esa resistencia o miedo me paralice, solo lo usaría como precaución y reducir errores y consecuencias.

¡Huye cuando puedas! Los contextos que sacrifican tus ideas innovadoras con un rechazo permanente, lastran tu energía y debilitan tu autoestima.

Here are some steps you can take if your career in innovation is met with constant resistance. - Identify root causes of resistance. - Communicate value of innovation effectively. - Build alliances with supporters. - Stay persistent despite setbacks. -Adapt and refine approach based on feedback. - Seek mentorship and guidance.

Change is always a scary action. Most people feel all the negative emotions, and this is why I have developed a lot of tools to prevent difficult environments in changes - and leaders find it very hard to handle those situations. Understanding why and the reasons behind how we might reach is the best focus and approach to find their own ways, just like I did.

All new activities, in general, are resisted. We need to understand that the brain is lazy to chance, it prefer the known. In addition to that, the diversity of people and the fear to uncertainly, means that from the begining, If we want to innovate, we are going to have to prepare to go into shock with some company sector.

I would take it a step further than just building alliances with like-minded people. I like to collaborate with people with completely different opinions. Especially when you are faced with opposition, it will help you understand the other side. Then you can analyze your approach and come up with a way to make everyone feel like they are on the same team. Innovation, growth and continuous improvement is for the good of the organization as a whole. When you are able to communicate the benefits of having an open mind and learning from your differences the opposition can actually be beneficial.

True, innovation thrives on collaboration - even better if you let employees find new business opportunities. If you lead your people right - they are your new business developer, they know what to do, how to succeed, and they know exactly how to create collaboration to make your business succeed!

Yo iría un paso más allá y crearía alianzas con personas de ideas afines. Me gusta colaborar con personas que piensan completamente diferente. Especialmente cuando te enfrentas a la oposición, esto te ayudará a comprender al otro lado. Luego, podrás analizar tu enfoque y crear una manera de hacer que todos se sientan como si estuvieran en el mismo equipo. Cuando eres capaz de comunicar los beneficios de tener una mente abierta y aprender de tus diferencias, la oposición puede ser realmente beneficiosa.

Refine and Test! Refine and Test! Engage a diverse group of collaborators to refine your pitch. 🤝 Collect honest opinions and insights, leaving your ego behind. The more perspectives you gather, the stronger your pitch becomes.

To have a clear Pitch is Gold!! Not only when starting your own business - but sharing Who you are, what you do, and the value you create is crucial to be chosen. When I was headhunted, several times was because what I did from very early in my life, became a brand that people told each other, and I got job offers all the time - I never needed to search for jobs, people were contacting me. So this became my pitch, what I did. Practice and tell your pitch to people you know, and let them give feedback, if they truly see you, as the person!!

Refining your pitch is the key to overcoming in an innovative career. By articulating the value of your ideas clearly and addressing concerns proactively, you can build trust and gain support from stakeholders. Crafting a compelling narrative around your innovations enhances credibility and increases the likelihood of success.

Gaining expertise in navigating resistance within an innovative career is paramount. It requires a blend of perseverance, adaptability, and strategic communication to overcome obstacles and drive impactful change. By cultivating resilience and seeking mentorship, one can transform challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.

True, being the expert is such a valuable goal!! I decided, as very young to be one of the best leaders, ever in my area! And already after 6 months in my first job, chief of sales, and leading the whole business - I was contacted by several leaders and business owners, if I could help them grow their businesses, as well. Find the best focus for you - and work to be the best!

YES, success goes around in the town and the industry. People will hear about you, and they will contact you, for sure!! Then you dont need to search for jobs - you get the offers!!! Dream of these kinds of results that fit your personality, and stick to it - try it out in several industries, and businesses, or twist it just a little bit. Then you already create your success stories, and you will get the job offers you need.

Know when to walk away. It may seem like the organization is open to innovation. You've taken all the wise steps listed above and you're still hitting walls. Why? It feels maddening, doesn't it? Take a look at the "leadership." Quoted intentionally because true leaders don't block innovation. There may be scarcity-minded people keeping you and your ideas small. The question you need to ask yourself is: Do I want to continue playing it small?

Innovation freaks people out because it often equals change and taking people outside their comfort zone. It always takes a long time but sharing the journey with everyone by highlighting the direction you are heading and they small steps you are doing to get their will make the whole process easier.