TechEmpower Innovation

AUGUST 14, 2023

No good innovator turns down advice! Startup founders make decisions on a daily basis – significant decisions that will have lasting impact on their business. Why do this without the right technical advisor? Would you create contracts without an attorney? Just like attorneys, technical advisors can help navigate waters that many find murky. A technical advisor can: Help specify what to build versus what to buy Help structure third-party development contracts, or lead an in-house team Plan

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Tullio Siragusa

AUGUST 14, 2023

The Universality of Leadership: Challenging Industry-Specific Biases In the modern business landscape, we often hear the argument that leaders should be hired from within the same industry to be effective. Proponents of this belief argue that familiarity with industry jargon, processes, and nuances is indispensable. While industry-specific knowledge can be beneficial, it’s essential to challenge this bias.

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Harvard Business Review

AUGUST 14, 2023

If you want to be an effective communicator, you’re going to need to know how to pitch your ideas, concepts, and perspectives to others in both professional environments and day-to-day interactions. To be effective, a pitch needs to be understandable, relevant, and readily convincing — without any strong-arm tactics or perceived gimmicks and tricks.

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Innovation Excellence

AUGUST 14, 2023

(And How To Make Them Succeed) GUEST POST from Greg Satell Today, everybody needs to innovate. So it shouldn’t be surprising that corporate innovation programs have become wildly popular. There is an inherent tradeoff between innovation and the type of optimization that operational executives excel at.

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Innovation Programs Innovation How To Technology 84

Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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Harvard Business Review

AUGUST 14, 2023

Leaders are feeling disoriented and concerned about the new technology. Here’s four key risks to understand — and advice on how to address them.

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Phil McKinney

AUGUST 14, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) has come a long way since its inception, and today it is no longer just a buzzword but an integral part of our daily lives. Innovators know that in the era of AI, they must not only stay relevant but also pass the test of time. Failure to do so could mean being left behind or becoming obsolete. The challenge thus is how innovators evolve and maintain relevancy.

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Strategos

AUGUST 14, 2023

In an era marked by debates on climate change, social inequities, and evolving stakeholder expectations, the concept of business success has evolved significantly. The traditional profit-centric approach is increasingly replaced with a more holistic perspective considering a company’s social and environmental impacts that can be measured objectively.

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Collectivecamp

AUGUST 14, 2023

Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) has emerged as a strategic tool for corporations to tap into innovation by investing in startups. These investments not only offer financial returns but also pave the way for collaborative breakthroughs and industry advancements.

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ITONICS

AUGUST 14, 2023

In today's dynamic world, proactivity is no longer a "nice to have". To ensure success and outpace competitors, companies must employ tools and techniques that reduce friction between concept & execution to help move seamlessly from now to next. One such technique is roadmapping, which can help broaden a culture of innovation and reap greater rewards.

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Collectivecamp

AUGUST 14, 2023

In the fast-paced world of business, innovation is the key to survival and success. As executives seek new avenues to drive growth, Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) as a service has emerged as a potent strategy. This primer aims to shed light on the concept of CVC as a service, offering valuable insights for executives eager to explore this dynamic approach.

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Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

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Entrepreneur - Innovation

AUGUST 14, 2023

Remove self-limiting beliefs and unlock a bulletproof mindset

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Change 52

Brunner

AUGUST 14, 2023

Dan Magdich’s career has been a fasten-your-seat-belt adventure from his first lessons as an ad agency intern to his current role leading the award-winning Creative team at Brunner. In July 2023, Brunner promoted Magdich from director of creative services to VP, executive creative director. “Dan has consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication, an unparalleled drive for creative excellence, and a passion for the work and the agency.

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