Write an essay of 1,000 words that addresses the conscious and unconscious factors in risk-taking and innovation. Your paper should include the following:

1. A description of and rationale for the innovation strategies leaders should employ to improve cross-cultural relationships.
2. A description of the risks and challenges associated with an innovation opportunity in a global environment from both a personal and organizational perspective.
3. A research-based description of at least one conscious and one unconscious factor that might affect a leader's decision regarding an innovation opportunity. How might these two factors affect creativity and innovation?
4. A research-based explanation of why self-awareness is important in risk-taking and innovation situations.