Today’s workforce is more diverse than previously. But despite fresh perspectives and skills, the guarantee of increased invention rarely materializes. Why are so few businesses viewing results? Studies show that varied teams are even more creative than homogenous ones–but only once they are managed effectively. The secret is to minimize conflict while increasing the informational variety found in varied values and experiences. To do this, both market leaders and team members need a higher level of social cleverness, or CQ. Sketching on success tales from Google, Alibaba, Novartis, and other groundbreaking companies, ‘Powered by Difference ‘recognizes the management methods necessary to guideline multicultural teams to innovation, including how to: Create an ideal environment – Build trust – Fuse differing perspectives – Align goals and goals – Generate clean ideas – Consider the various audiences when selecting and selling an idea – Style and check for different users Cultural distinctions can result in gridlock, or they are able to catalyze innovation and growth. This research-based plan turns diversity’s potential into financial reality.