Welcome to the Innovation Mindsets^TM Self Assessment

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Over a decade of research from the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business revealed that all successful innovators have one thing in common - they demonstrate a specific set of observable behaviors that reveal six unique mindsets. Adopting these mindsets allows them to make a greater impact in whatever they do.

The Innovation Mindsets Assessment allows you to measure your behaviors to indicate your prevailing innovation mindset. It is not a profiling diagnostic tool which defines you as a ‘type’, but rather an indicator of your current mindsets and behaviors. This knowledge will help you hone in on where you have the greatest opportunity to leverage your strengths and develop your mindsets to become a more effective, well-rounded innovator.

Read each question carefully before answering. While completing this assessment, think about your day-to-day behavior in your work or learning environment. If you’re struggling to answer, think about what your peers might say about you.

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Be sure to answer all the questions. You can drop the slider between labels if needed. If your answer is "Almost never", click on the slider in its default position.

I am fully present in the moment when others share their experiences.

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I work to develop emotional connection with others.

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I am aware of my own biases.

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I give thought to questions before asking them.

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I listen to understand the perspectives of others rather than to advocate my point.

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I search broadly for areas of opportunity before deciding on a solution.

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I probe to understand the needs and beliefs that drive what others say and do.

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I can control my need for closure, and stay open to ambiguous and "messy" data.

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I remain patient with iteration and search.

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I challenge conventional wisdom.

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I articulate the ‘why' behind my perspective clearly to others.

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I productively challenge the perspectives of others.

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I dig deeper beyond what is obvious.

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I treat differing views as an opportunity to understand and learn, not debate.

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I remain open to redefining the problem I am trying to solve.

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I am good at drilling down to the issues that really matter.

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I can work towards alignment with others about what is important, even if we initially disagree.

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I listen heedfully and respectfully to others, ensuring that everyone feels heard.

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I am attentive to the rules of dialogue, like turn taking.

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I work with others to achieve a shared definition of the problem before trying to solve it.

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I am willing to let go of my perspective and be open to that of others.

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I give careful thought to how to structure group conversations.

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I value and appreciate diverse perspectives.

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I resist the urge to compromise prematurely.

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I am open to any possibility when generating ideas.

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I recognize the value of multiple solutions, versus believing in a single "right” one.

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I explore non-traditional and unexpected ideas.

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I work positively, constructively and collaboratively with others to identify new possibilities.

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I actively look for opportunities to build on the ideas of others.

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I avoid allegiance to particular solutions too early, even in the face of time pressures.

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I am able to vividly visualize a new experience or concept in my mind.

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I'm able to find the balance between too much and too little detail.

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I am able to translate ideas from text to imagery in a clear and compelling way.

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I am able to surface and prioritize the assumptions behind my ideas.

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I enjoy co-creation, actively inviting others to create with me.

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I can bring concepts to life and make them feel real to others.

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I actively seek feedback on my new ideas from those who may be critical.

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I focus on highlighting and testing the critical assumptions behind any new idea.

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I am not a perfectionist - I can accept the imperfect and move on.

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When tests give me a different answer than I was expecting, I explore the data rather than reject it.

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I am able to detach my ego from my ideas, and seek and listen non-defensively to critique.

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I can identify and gather the data needed to design and conduct a rigorous experiment.

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I treat new ideas as hypotheses to be tested.

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I use what I learn to alter or pivot, or even abandon, new ideas.

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Welcome to the Innovation MindsetsTM Self Assessment

Before you begin...

Welcome to the Innovation Mindsets^TM Self Assessment