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Pygmalion effect: The self-fulfilling prophecy

Idea to Value

Often, and authority figure placing higher expectations on someone, like a teacher having high expectations for a student, or a manager having high expectations for an employee, can result in both the authority figure and the person in question changing their behaviour, perception of challenge and ultimately the success of their efforts.

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How to Influence People and Drive Change

Leapfrogging

What can you learn about change from Baker’s Four Strategies of Influence? In comparison, a pull style of persuasion requires the use of more subtle persuasion tactics which are designed to draw people in before making a specific point or reaching a certain objective. Still want to learn more? By UpBOARD.

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Seeking out knowledge that feeds our innovations

Paul Hobcraft

The more we embrace change and recognize innovation demands more of our time, the more we must seek out knowledge that ‘feeds’ innovation. And the more we ‘push’ for learning, the greater chance we have of thriving in a challenging world. Learning and Education should always start with us.

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You can't burn data

Jeffrey Phillips

As the concept of digital transformation takes root, you may frequently hear comparisons between data and oil. This comparison was strong enough to lead Wired magazine to define data as the new oil in a magazine article some years ago. On the surface, this comparison seems to make some sense.

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The ecosystem evolution of microschools

Christensen Institute

I was shocked when his question made me notice how much the year-over-year evolution of the cell phone had completely changed the experience of using a phone. This example of the cell phone’s evolution could serve as a potential comparison to microschools. I think the answer is “yes,” but the pathway to get there may be surprising.

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Navigating the Shift from Project to Product: A Map for Success 

Planview

In the dynamic world of technology, where the pace of change is relentless and the demand for agility is non-negotiable, how do enterprises ensure they’re on the path to success? Define Your Culture: Foster a product-oriented culture where governance models are defined and knowledge sharing and continuous learning are promoted.

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First-Mover or Fast-Follower: Which is the right innovation strategy for you?

Idea to Value

In comparison, of the companies which were fast followers in those categories (and which entered on average 13 years after the pioneers), only 8% failed. This can require significant marketing and sales effort to change. Customers are happy with their current solution.

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