Which of the following is not a way to encourage and foster innovation?

A. creating an innovation strategy
B. supporting innovation with investments of time and money
C. withholding raises and promotions when innovation attempts don't work out
D. getting commitment from top managers
E. obtaining the necessary human resources


C. withholding raises and promotions when innovation attempts don't work out

Innovation is more likely to occur when organizations have the proper culture, resources, and reward systems to support it. People should not be punished when their attempts to innovate don't work out; if they are punished, they won't attempt new projects in the future.

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