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11. Innovation, Leadership and Communication Intelligence

Authors : Ian C. Woodward, Samah Shaffakat

Published in: New Leadership in Strategy and Communication

Publisher: Springer International Publishing

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Abstract

In this chapter, we consider the relationship between effective leadership, communication, innovation and creativity within organizations and teams. In a dynamic business world where innovation is a critical driver for competiveness and growth, we argue that closing the gap between ineffective and effective leadership and communication approaches matters. To assist, we provide two interrelated “tools” that can improve effective leadership communication practices at every stage of the innovation cycle—from ideation through to implementation. These lead to clear, open and compelling communication interactions that underpin innovation and engagement at inter and intra—organizational levels. Our focus is on increasing the chances of successful innovation outcomes by using effective leadership and communication approaches, combined with “communication intelligence” and “fair process”.

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Title: Innovation, Leadership and Communication Intelligence
Authors: Ian C. Woodward
Samah Shaffakat
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Book: New Leadership in Strategy and Communication
Print ISBN: 978-3-030-19680-6

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-030-19681-3

Copyright Year: 2020
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-19681-3_11