Phil McKinney
JUNE 19, 2023
Have you ever felt like the world is changing too fast, and you just can't catch up? You might be experiencing future shock. Coined by Alvin Toffler in his book of the same name, future shock refers to disorientation and anxiety caused by too much change in a short period of time. With technology advancing faster than we can adapt, it's no surprise that many of us feel overwhelmed.
Digital Tonto
JUNE 18, 2023
One of the toughest things about ideas is that they can only be validated forward, never backward. You never know if you have the right idea until it’s been tested in the real world and, even then, there could be some confounding factor you may be missing. As Kevin Ashton put it, “Creation is a long journey, where most turns are wrong and most ends are dead.
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Tullio Siragusa
JUNE 19, 2023
Navigating the Evolving Perception of Goals: Unraveling the Intricacies of Underperformance When it comes to achieving goals, particularly in a business context, the stakes can be high. We often link success to the attainment of specific objectives or quotas, creating a sense of urgency and importance. However, when these targets are not met, it’s crucial to take a step back and understand the broader picture rather than hastily pointing fingers at those responsible for execution.
Paul Hobcraft
JUNE 21, 2023
As I mentioned in a previous post, for any innovation enterprise change, I do not recommend a “big bang” solution; it should be phased to validate and grow to understand, build up validation, justify making the changes, bedding in the thinking needed and approaches to provide the level of returns and the growing understanding of cost/ benefit conversion.
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.
IdeaScale
JUNE 21, 2023
What is Qualitative Research? Qualitative research is defined as an exploratory method that aims to understand complex phenomena, often within their natural settings, by examining subjective experiences, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors. Unlike quantitative research, which focuses on numerical measurements and statistical analysis, qualitative research employs a range of data collection methods to gather [.
Business and Tech
JUNE 21, 2023
Melinda Emerson, AKA SmallBizLady , is a leading expert on small business and becoming your own boss. We asked her about the current climate for entrepreneurs looking to start their own businesses and any advice she had for those looking to forge their own path in the business world. Now that COVID is pretty much in the rearview mirror, is this a good time for budding entrepreneurs to take the leap and start their own businesses?
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Destination Innovation
JUNE 19, 2023
In his book, The Expectation Effect , David Robson produces a wealth of research to demonstrate that our expectations have remarkable power to influence the mind and the body. People who believe ageing brings wisdom live longer than those who do not. Lucky charms really can improve the performance of athletes. Even when people know that the pill they are taking is a placebo, their health benefits.
Paul Hobcraft
JUNE 19, 2023
How difficult would it be to embrace this Composable Innovation Enterprise Framework, as it is often argued that most people want to keep innovation management and its process simple? I wonder if that is the current incumbents, be these current innovation management software providers or individuals inside the organizations resisting change, as it brings significant uncertainty of change and disruption to the (inadequate) process, one that I feel is not fit for today’s and tomorrow’s
Business and Tech
JUNE 20, 2023
A lack of dental and vision care can affect overall employee well-being. And companies, both large and small, also feel the impact with lowered productivity levels — as well as negative effects on employee retention and attendance. Just consider this alarming statistic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): “More than $45 billion in productivity is lost each year as a result of dental emergencies requiring unplanned care.
Idea to Value
JUNE 22, 2023
I have previously shared research about the cognitive bias of the rosy retrospective. In it, we found evidence that people seem to remember things as more positive than they were in reality at the time they happened. Now, there is another related but different bias which I quickly want to highlight: Declinism. Declinism is not just the belief that things were better in the past, but that they will continue to get worse in the future as well.
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.
IdeaScale
JUNE 22, 2023
What is a Focus Group? A focus group is a qualitative research method used in market research and social sciences, where a small group of people, typically 6 to 10 individuals, participate in a guided discussion about a particular topic. The purpose of a focus group is to gather opinions, perceptions, attitudes, and [.
HYPE Innovation
JUNE 21, 2023
The culture and atmosphere in a team can either stimulate a spirit of innovation or destroy the thirst for it. How can you create and positively influence your organization's innovation environment to foster collaboration and interaction and ensure you maximize the potential for success?
Business and Tech
JUNE 21, 2023
Carolyn Berkowitz is the president and CEO of the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals (ACCP), which advocates for corporate social impact professionals. We talked to her about why businesses should be a force for social and economic good, and how organizations with fewer than 500 employees can develop and implement policies to achieve this goal.
Idea to Value
JUNE 20, 2023
You hear me talk about cognitive biases a lot. They affect everything from what sort of information be believe , what we like , who we hang out with and what we look for. However, as intelligent readers of this blog, surely you are more aware of your biases and less biased than other people… Right? Well, unfortunately there is a bias we also suffer from, called the Bias Blind Spot, also known as the “Bias Bias” This bias shows that while we are often quick to recognise the bias
Speaker: Aarushi Kansal, AI Leader & Author and Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO at Aggregage
Software leaders who are building applications based on Large Language Models (LLMs) often find it a challenge to achieve reliability. It’s no surprise given the non-deterministic nature of LLMs. To effectively create reliable LLM-based (often with RAG) applications, extensive testing and evaluation processes are crucial. This often ends up involving meticulous adjustments to prompts.
IdeaScale
JUNE 22, 2023
What is Customer Feedback? Customer feedback is defined as the process by which customers are asked for opinions and insights about their experiences with a product, service, or brand. Customer feedback can be collected through various channels such as surveys, focus groups, reviews, and social media. It is a valuable source of information [.
Harvard Business Review
JUNE 23, 2023
Companies are integrating AI into their operations so quickly that job losses are likely to mount before the gains arrive. White-collar workers might be especially vulnerable in the short-term.The speed of this adoption presents an opportunity for companies to step up their pace of innovation, however — and if enough companies to go on offensive, then we won’t have to worry about AI unemployment.
Business and Tech
JUNE 21, 2023
Bill Gallagher, AKA the Scaling Coach , is a keynote speaker and entrepreneur who helps fellow founders and CEOs grow their businesses sustainably, often through fostering more productive and more positive environments. We asked him about some of the keys to creating a better workplace environment, and how to overcome the growing pains inherent in running a successful business.
Christensen Institute
JUNE 21, 2023
A decade ago, MercadoLibre, the Argentinian online marketplace and e-commerce giant outsourced delivery to third-party companies, barely touching the packages customers purchased on its platform. Today, the company has built a logistics business that handles 93% of its e-commerce packages. To build trust on its platform, the company also built its own payment system, MercadoPago.
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Scaling transformational innovations in large companies is challenging due to ‘Company Fit’ issues, which arise when the resources, processes, and priorities (RPPs) of the core business are not aligned with the needs of the new business. Many companies have learned how ambidexterity—the ability to both ‘exploit the present and explore the future,’ can help them address these issues for ideation and incubation of new innovations, but scaling transformative business innovations remains a challenge
IdeaScale
JUNE 21, 2023
What is Quantitative Observation? Quantitative observation is defined as a research method used to collect numerical data and measure specific variables in a systematic and objective manner. It involves the observation and measurement of phenomena, events, behaviors, or characteristics to gather quantitative data for analysis and interpretation. Quantitative observation provides researchers with empirical [.
Harvard Business Review
JUNE 20, 2023
With the explosion of generative AI and other powerful new data tools, chief data and artificial intelligence officers (CDAIOs) are more important than ever as companies navigate this new landscape. Too many, however, are set up to fail by poor alignment, lack of trust, not enough focus on business opportunities, and how their job is understood internally.
Business and Tech
JUNE 21, 2023
The pandemic overhauled nearly every aspect of our lives. Customer behavior was one of the most dramatically impacted. In fact, a whopping 78% of small- and midsize-business leaders reported a change in customers’ buying behavior as a direct result of the pandemic, according to research from Vistage Worldwide, Inc. Joe Galvin Chief Research Officer, Vistage “It is mission-critical for companies to focus on creating new relationships to retain customers and ensure satisfaction.” Busin
Qmarkets
JUNE 20, 2023
Qmarkets is pleased to announce a new partnership with US-based innovation consultancy Accel IQ Digital to provide comprehensive strategic innovation services to joint clients across the United States, Brazil, and the Middle East. With enterprise customers spread across every corner of the globe, Qmarkets works closely with a number of consulting partners to offer specialized guidance and support across a wide range of use-cases.
Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali
Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.
IdeaScale
JUNE 21, 2023
What is Market Research? Market research is defined as the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of data about a specific market, industry, or consumer segment. It involves studying customers, competitors, and market dynamics to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and make informed business decisions. Market research provides valuable insights into consumer behavior, preferences, and [.
Harvard Business Review
JUNE 22, 2023
To successfully step into a new role and set yourself up for long-term success, you must balance “now-forward” planning with “future-back” visioning. That is, you must start with the end in mind, envisioning what you want to accomplish during this era of your leadership and what needs to happen before for can take the next step. This mindset will empower you to make early decisions that will accelerate your transition, pave the way for long-term impact in the new role, and contribute to your con
Business and Tech
JUNE 21, 2023
According to the MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index for the first quarter of this year, small businesses’ concern over inflation has reached a new high as more brace for an uncertain future. With inflation keeping costs high, and high interest rates , smart business owners are asking themselves how to weather the storm. Here are three things small business owners can do now to navigate the changing economic landscape: 1.
Innovation Excellence
JUNE 19, 2023
GUEST POST from Greg Satell In 2011, MIT economists Erik Brynjolfsson and Andrew McAfee self-published an unassuming e-book titled Race Against The Machine. It quickly became a runaway hit. Before long, the two signed a contract with W. W.
Speaker: Jamie Eagan
As organizations strive for agility and efficiency, it's imperative for finance leaders to embrace innovative technologies and redefine traditional processes. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of digitalization and automation in reshaping what is commonly referred to as the “last mile of reporting”. We’ll deep-dive into why digitalization is no longer a choice, but a necessity for finance departments to stay competitive in a fast-paced environment touching on: 2024 trends for the Office of
IdeaScale
JUNE 21, 2023
What is Qualitative Market Research? Qualitative market research is defined as a systematic and open-ended market research method used to gain understanding of consumer behaviour, perceptions, preferences, and motivations. It involves the collection and analysis of non-numerical data from research respondents to uncover rich insights that quantitative market research methods may not capture. [.
Harvard Business Review
JUNE 23, 2023
Good one-on-one meetings between managers and their direct reports address the practical and personal needs of the employee, benefitting their performance, growth, and well-being, as well as the success of their team and the broader organization. However, since managers are typically the ones who run these meetings, the employee’s needs are often forgotten.
Business and Tech
JUNE 21, 2023
Keith Hall is the president and CEO of the National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE) , which provides advocacy and resources for the nation’s self-employed workforce and micro-businesses. He shared what entrepreneurs need to know in order to succeed in the current economic climate and in the future. Keith Hall President and CEO, National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE) “It takes courage and perseverance to enter the ‘unknown’ of self-employment as opposed to th
Phil McKinney
JUNE 18, 2023
"Creativity, Inc. (The Expanded Edition)" by Ed Catmull, Pixar's co-founder and longtime president, and Amy Wallace is a must-read for anyone interested in the creative process and leadership. The book's newly released expanded version features a new introduction, two entirely new chapters, four new chapter postscripts, and changes and updates throughout.
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