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In today's episode of "Lead & SUCCEED: Startup Edition", we delved into a particularly important topic - What are the traits of innovative leaders?

In the fast-paced world of startups, innovative leadership is not just desired, but required. An innovative leader inspires their team, drives change, and navigates through the uncertainties inherent in a startup journey. So what makes someone an innovative leader? Let's look at the four traits we discussed in today's episode:

1. Inspiration: The first trait of an innovative leader is the ability to inspire. As a leader, your role is not just to guide your team but to inspire them, to spark their creativity, and motivate them towards achieving their goals. Inspiration breeds innovation.

2. Listening: Being a good listener is a fundamental trait of any leader. The ability to actively listen allows leaders to understand the needs, ideas, and concerns of their team. It is through listening that a leader can foster an environment that encourages innovation and growth.

3. Empathy: Empathy is a powerful leadership tool. Leaders who empathize with their team can understand their feelings, perspectives, and challenges. This understanding allows leaders to make better decisions and foster stronger, more supportive relationships within their teams.

4. Accountability: Accountability within a team, and self-accountability, is crucial. It involves being responsible for your actions and decisions and holding your team to the same standard. It helps in establishing trust, enhancing performance, and promoting a culture of ownership and initiative.

These four traits - inspiration, listening, empathy, and accountability - form the pillars of innovative leadership. They are not just traits to be learned, but habits to be cultivated over time.

And that wraps up today's episode. Remember, effective leadership is an ongoing learning process. Stay tuned for tomorrow's episode where we continue our exploration into the intriguing world of leadership.

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