Introduction Management is defined as working through and with people in order to achieve the organizations’ and members’ objectives. On the other hand, innovation refers to practices or technologies that are freshly introduced to a given society. These practices and technologies find their way in the society or economy. There are seven main characteristics of a successful innovation partnership. However, only two characteristics that are relevant knowledge and trust confirm to be very essential for any successful innovation. Relevant Knowledge According to Heskett, various scholars advocate for the need of the managers’ knowledge in the innovation process. For example, if the partnership lacks a specified strategy that will guide the corporation in attaining its goals, then the partnership can be misguided. In addition, a top manager should come up with a clear guide for the whole process of attaining organizational goals, which requires him or her to use relevant knowledge related to planning and strategy. In this guide, the manager should cite open and direct reasons that clearly relate to a particular vision. Furthermore, the manager should be in a position to create relevant teams which will assist him or her to achieve the organization’s goals. In most cases, before starting any innovation, organizations consider training and experience of employees as one of the qualifications. It is important because it ensures that employees are familiar with the innovational principles. Fortunately, a successful innovation requires the employees to have related skills about the product and the organizational layout. The partners should have studied organizational learning, which emphasizes the significance of activities that motivate outward focus. For instance, trained employees will be able to outsource new information for the company. Therefore, when recruiting one, a manager should consider the appropriate knowledge required for innovation in the organization. Employees with relevant knowledge in the business are able to share their ideas as they relate to the organization’s environment, enhance motivation, and provide the required solutions at every point of the innovation process. In addition, the employees will be able to take risks and communicate effectively (Henry 31-32). Therefore, the knowledge of partners plays a major role in aligning the roles of the employees to the emerging innovative needs in the organization. Trust Each partner should be willing to focus on the needs of other people rather than being egocentric. As one of the main roles of a good leadership innovation, the manager should create an open environment based on trust. This allows each member of the corporation to freely express his or her opinions or views without the fear of reprisal or ridicule. Furthermore, due to the extending chain of activities and a competitive business environment, organizations find themselves facing several new challenges. Such challenges require the top managers to step up their leadership strategies, innovation and creativity. In order to implement such innovation and drive its strategy, these managers or partners should coordinate with their employees in or