The COVID-19 pandemic has forever changed how businesses operate but has also created opportunities for growth. Industries like health supplies, remote work tools, education, food delivery, cleaning, and animal adoption have thrived during the pandemic. New businesses have also emerged online. Both established companies and startups realize innovation is crucial for survival and success during difficult times. This document provides guidance for a 1,500 word assignment analyzing examples of innovative practices, processes, products, services, or systems from a leadership perspective during the COVID-19 crisis. Leaders' roles in developing ideas, decision making, implementation, and ensuring early success or addressing failures should be discussed.