Using the Kirton Adaptation-Innovation Inventory to assess team styles

Building effective teams is a critical component to any innovative undertaking. But just what makes an effective innovation team? Companies often struggle to balance their desire for “outside-of-the-box” creative types with the need for more structured and disciplined thinkers. It begs the question, is there a perfect personality type or skill set for working in innovation? And furthermore, how can companies build and motivate teams with a mix of skills to work together most effectively?

Innovation expert Phil Samuel will engage the group in an interactive discussion about problem-solving styles, and methods for building and motivating effective teams using a proven method called the Kirton Adaption-Innovation (KAI) inventory.

In one hour, participants will learn how this simple measurement tool works, where you fit on the problem-solving style continuum and how your style interacts with others. We’ll also show you how to assess the style of others, and what it takes to build effective teams based on this simple approach.