God is the Original Innovator. What can we learn from Him about creating well? This bonus episode pulls out six strategies from scripture you can use right now as a framework for your own innovation.

Timestamps:

[00:05] - Intro

[00:37] - Innovation is not an accident with God--it is in His nature to be creative.

[01:16] - Strategy #1 - Know the purpose.

[02:38] - Strategy #2 - Know what you’re doing.

[04:25] - Strategy #3 - Choose and equip the right people.

[05:31] - Strategy #4 - Revise and scrap based on what you observe or realize.

[06:25] - Strategy #5 - Prepare in advance for upgrades.

[07:41] - Strategy #6 - Take time to reflect.

[08:41] - Strategy summary

[09:48] - Prayer

[10:22] - Outro

Key takeaways:

• Innovation is not an accident with God. It is in His nature to be creative, and because we are made in His image, it’s in our nature to innovate, too.
• When God innovates, He always fills a need. Know the purpose behind what you are creating and don’t create just because you can.
• God knows every detail of everything He wants made. While you might have to experiment and learn along the way simply because you’re human, take the time to develop real expertise and know the project inside and out.
• God innovates with people He trusts, and He gives them the skills and resources to get the job done. You should do the same.
• Even God made adjustments to what He made. Be comfortable making changes based on your results.
• When God wanted to change things, He gave warning and sent Jesus to help people prepare. In the same way, when you have to upgrade or make shifts, give people notice and get ready well in advance.
• The creation story shows how God took time to assess value, celebrate, and rest after his innovations were complete. After you innovate, look back, appreciate, and recharge.

CTAs:

• Apply the six innovation strategies outlined in the show in your operations.
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