Overview:
The idea stage is the starting point of any innovative or entrepreneurial venture. An entrepreneur constantly scans her environment for new ideas, and evaluates them for their innovation potential.
Pre-requisites:
There are two basic pre-requisites for being a fertile source of ideas. One is a general sense of openness, and a habit of observing one's environment. The second is an ability to quickly evaluate ideas based on a set of criteria for their feasibility, business potential and fit with personal and organizational goals. Both of these are skills that can be developed
Resources in the Grid:
Visit the Innovation success stories and the history of innovation timeline for some inspiration with ideas. See the Idea Bank for ideas that others are pursuing on the Grid, and make sure you add your own.
