Idea to Value

JULY 16, 2020

He has written 7 bestselling books on innovation, including the Anticipatory Organisation , and has also started 6 leading companies himself. 00:09:00 – The three types of hard trends. 00:18:30 – Innovation and businesses based on certainty are low risk. 00:09:00 – The three types of hard trends.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

CVC is not only about financial returns but also strategic alignment that can drive innovation within the investing company. These programs can be a pathway for corporations to tap into the startup ecosystem , identify cutting-edge technologies, and integrate startup innovation into their existing lines of business.

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Paul Hobcraft

MAY 9, 2023

I finished my last post, “ Are we EVER going to embrace innovation? ” With the argument, we need to change the innovation narrative and significantly update the innovation approach and processes to meet today’s and tomorrow’s business challenges. The need today is not to dispense with this but to link it fully up.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Nurturing Innovative Team Collaboration In the rapidly evolving business landscape, innovative team collaboration has become a cornerstone for companies seeking to remain competitive and adaptive. When teams collaborate innovatively, they leverage individual strengths and compensate for weaknesses, leading to improved outcomes.

Underperforming Technical Team 113

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Christensen Institute

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

To make their attempts successful, and to pursue the appropriate type of business model change, health care leaders must first understand the specific context in which their business model exists. In the infographic below, we provide a decision tool to guide leaders as they determine which business model strategy is right for them.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 19, 2024

Importance of Effective Communication in Virtual Teams Effective communication in virtual teams is the linchpin of productivity, innovation, and a cohesive work environment. By acknowledging the challenges and implementing strategic measures, you can navigate these waters successfully to uphold a productive and innovative virtual team.

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TechEmpower Innovation

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

My time with TFA instilled in me a deep commitment to education, inspiring me to dedicate my life to guiding young minds through the world of mathematics. We recently completed a web-based application that uses a unique algorithm to match professionals with new career opportunities. This isn’t just our opinion - our startup metrics prove it!

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Idea to Value

MARCH 7, 2022

I spoke to 11 of the world’s leading female innovation experts to get their definition of “innovation” The variety in their responses may surprise you. In 2016, I wrote the article What is innovation? 15 experts share their innovation definition in order to answer the question of “What is innovation?”

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Viima

DECEMBER 8, 2022

So, next to the all-too-common charts and graphs, roadmaps have become a key tool in showcasing and guiding the journey of a business, product, or project. Even though roadmaps have been commonly used in product development, they are just as powerful as a communication tool for innovation.

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Idea to Value

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

It is about guiding your team to produce their best work. 00:10:00 – There is no stereotypical “type” of creative person, they come in all different people, and they all have their own types of challenges. 00:22:00 – Creative thinking skills are vital for all types of business.

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Paul Hobcraft

MAY 11, 2019

We need to know how to unlock the real value of innovation both personally and within the organization, we work for. If we do not fully understand where the innovation capital comes from, how new capital and stock can be provided, innovation will remain tentative, always stuttering along.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 17, 2024

These presentations often offer fresh perspectives that inspire innovation and encourage teams to approach problems in new ways. Importance of Keynote Speakers The role of keynote speakers in corporate settings has evolved into a pivotal element for catalyzing professional growth and enhancing team dynamics.

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Christensen Institute

JANUARY 10, 2023

On January 15, 2019, I published The Prosperity Paradox: How Innovation Can Lift Nations Out of Poverty with the late Harvard Business School professor, Clayton Christensen and former Harvard Business Review editor, Karen Dillon. These learnings will guide our research agenda in 2023 and 2024. Financing market-creating innovations.

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IdeaScale

JUNE 22, 2017

Sometimes these types of programs are referred to as internal market research where employees share customer insights company-wide and build on one another’s knowledge. Brand Passion: One of Dick’s guiding principles is that they wish “to make a lasting impact in their communities through sport.” Commitment to Change.

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Paul Hobcraft

DECEMBER 15, 2021

as a conversation between us, where we emphasise the important linkage between innovation and strategy. Our first conversation called the Fundamental building blocks for innovation success (13 minutes), links here , introduces the series and the areas of our focus. Achieving innovation alignment always needs clear framing.

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IdeaScale

DECEMBER 4, 2019

Innovation processes can be complex. Most companies today make innovation a priority — or at least they say they do. However, innovating is an inexact science. So how do you know if your innovation process is working? Thinking is a critical part of the innovation process. Fight Inertia. Impose deadlines and quotas.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 6, 2024

Introduction to High Performing Teams High-performing teams are the engines of innovation and success in any organization. Why Psychological Safety is the Bedrock of Innovation In an environment where psychological safety is present, individuals are more likely to share their unique perspectives and contribute innovative ideas.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 4, 2024

These retreats are not merely a change of scenery but a strategic move to foster innovation and alignment among the top decision-makers of your company. These retreats are not merely a change of scenery but a strategic move to foster innovation and alignment among the top decision-makers of your company.

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Paul Hobcraft

APRIL 26, 2023

It should articulate how innovation will contribute to achieving these objectives, and what specific goals and metrics will be used to measure the success of the innovation program. The innovation mandate should clearly define the value goals for the innovation program and how they will be measured and tracked over time.

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IdeaScale

JUNE 18, 2019

Companies that use open innovation find freelancers to be a much-needed source of ideas, expertise, and specialized skills. Companies can incorporate project-specific hiring to pursue innovations without over-committing resources, and they can extend their geographic reach with the help of technology. Project-Specific Hiring.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The Intersection of Corporate Growth and Startup Innovation Defining Corporate Venture Capital Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) is the investment of corporate funds directly in external startup companies. Corporations can leverage this innovation to drive growth, remain competitive, and enter new markets.

Collaboration 147

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 19, 2024

Understanding the Importance of Virtual Team Management Virtual team management involves overseeing and guiding a team that is geographically dispersed and relies on digital technology for collaboration and communication. Time Zone Differences: Coordinating meetings and deadlines across multiple time zones can be tricky.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

An environment where feedback is not encouraged or valued can stifle innovation and deter employees from voicing their concerns or contributing ideas. Signs of Toxic Work Environments A healthy workplace is the bedrock of productivity and employee satisfaction. Understanding why employees are leaving is critical to improving workplace morale.

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Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 16, 2023

I proposed a new Framework for managing innovation this week, called the Composable Innovation Enterprise Framework. This is approaching innovation and its management in more of a holistic, technology-enabled way based on the use of a cloud-enabled Platform and Ecosystem thinking and design. I highlight the key value points.

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IdeaScale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Crowdsourcing and open innovation initiatives are vital by bringing vast stakeholders together to share ideas on complex problems and opportunities. One of the top innovation management topics I run into is evaluating the Return on Investment (ROI) for an idea. Introduction to ROI. It is a concise read with ample financial guidance.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 19, 2024

Advantages of Virtual Collaboration Virtual collaboration brings with it a wealth of advantages that can supercharge your team’s productivity and innovation. Advantages of Virtual Collaboration Virtual collaboration brings with it a wealth of advantages that can supercharge your team’s productivity and innovation.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

It is a non-linear, iterative process that teams use to understand users, challenge assumptions, redefine problems, and create innovative solutions to prototype and test. AI complements human creativity, enabling teams to translate complex data into meaningful insights and innovative solutions.

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Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 21, 2023

The potential returns, including increased agility, improved innovation outcomes, enhanced collaboration, and long-term competitiveness, make this radical change worthwhile for organizations aspiring to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment. The ability to build the context and show its (ongoing) value makes the difference.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Defining Design Thinking Design Thinking is a non-linear, iterative process that teams use to understand users, challenge assumptions, redefine problems, and create innovative solutions to prototype and test. The Five Stages of Design Thinking The process of Design Thinking is divided into five stages that guide the problem-solving process.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

The Impact of Culture on Performance and Innovation The influence of organizational culture on performance and innovation cannot be overstated. A culture that embraces change and is open to new ideas will naturally drive innovation, leading to greater business growth and the development of competitive advantages.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 12, 2024

Leadership Skills and Emotional Intelligence The interplay between leadership skills and emotional intelligence is a dynamic force that can significantly impact the effectiveness of leaders in the corporate world. The significance of emotional intelligence in leadership cannot be overstated.

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Brunner

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

As Brunner’s chief digital officer, I’m responsible for our agency’s site as well as the many web redesign projects we do for all types of clients. The idea is to create one model for that piece of content, then follow that model for every instance of that type of content on your site.

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Idea to Value

MAY 11, 2017

Sometimes the board demands innovation. Other times, Wall Street needs to see innovation in the pipeline to ratchet up the market value. Other times, Wall Street needs to see innovation in the pipeline to ratchet up the market value. All of the above symptoms convey a type of crisis. Something needs to change.

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Flying Fish Lab

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

In a world where consumers are spoilt for choice, businesses can rely on effective brand positioning to guide potential customers to their brand. This type of positioning is particularly suitable for businesses that wish to cultivate long-term relationships with their customer base.

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Paul Hobcraft

APRIL 24, 2023

So often innovation struggles to be recognized for what it is. Innovation is a critical source of future competitive advantage. To get to a consistent performance of innovation and creativity within organizations you do need to rely on a process, structure and the consistent ability to foster a culture of innovation.

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Planview

APRIL 24, 2024

How to reduce this type of waste To reduce misaligned work, organizations must clearly define, communicate, and ensure understanding of their strategic goals at all levels. Nothing frustrates software developers more than working hard on something that never ends up providing value.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

It serves as a cornerstone for innovation and drives superior business outcomes. Enhancing Innovation and Business Results Effective team collaboration is a catalyst for innovation. Enhancing Innovation and Business Results Effective team collaboration is a catalyst for innovation.

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