A combination of creative competencies and cognitive skills, including the ability to generate new ideas independent of their practicality and future value, and cognitive skills such as analytical thinking, general thinking skills, willingness to question ideas, and the ability to acquire and interpret new knowledge.

Necessary for interaction and communication with others, social skills are essential for innovation processes. This includes collaboration skills (the ability to work productively with others or in teams), networking skills (the ability to develop, maintain, and use networks effectively to forge beneficial alliances), and communication skills (including presentation skills). These skills can be trained using anthropological methods.

The process of expanding an organization's capacity, capabilities, and market presence. Growth can be achieved through various means, such as developing new products and services, entering new markets, or improving operational efficiency. Sustained growth requires continuous innovation and the ability to adapt to changing market conditions.