Innovation Excellence
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
GUEST POST from Jesse Nieminen What role can AI play in innovation management, and how can we unlock its true potential? Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard a thing or two about AI in the last year.
Innovation Excellence
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
GUEST POST from Greg Satell When H.G. Wells was born in 1866, there was no electricity or cars or even indoor plumbing. Still, his active imagination conjured up a world of time machines, space travel and genetic engineering.
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Leapfrogging
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Introduction to Keynote Speaking Keynote speaking is a pivotal element of many corporate meetings and events, setting the tone and establishing the framework for the entire occasion. It is a specialized form of public speaking that requires a unique set of skills and attributes to be effective. The Role of a Keynote Speaker A keynote speaker holds the influential role of opening an event with a speech that encapsulates the core message and theme of the meeting.
IdeaScale
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
In recent years, a new type of business model has emerged that has disrupted traditional industries and transformed the way we live our lives. This disruptive business model is changing the game in many different ways, from offering new products and services to disrupting existing markets. At its core, a disruptive business model is one [.
Speaker: Conrado Morlan
In this engaging and witty talk, we’ll explore how artificial intelligence can transform the daily tasks of product managers into streamlined, efficient processes. Using the lens of a superhero narrative, we’ll uncover how AI can be the ultimate sidekick, aiding in decision-making, enhancing productivity, and boosting innovation. Attendees will leave with practical tools and actionable insights, motivated to embrace AI and leverage its potential in their work. 🦸 🏢 Key objectives:
Digital Tonto
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
In The Righteous Mind, social psychologist Jonathan Haidt makes the point that many of our opinions are a product of our inclusion in a particular team. Because our judgments are so closely intertwined with our identity, contrary views can feel like an attack. So we feel the urge to lash out and silence opposition. That almost guarantees a failure to survive victory.
Jeffrey Phillips
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
One of my favorite musicians is (was) Warren Zevon , who had a great sense of humor and was also a good musician. You may be familiar with his song "Werewolves of London" but perhaps one of my favorite songs of his is " Lawyers, Guns and Money ". In the song, he describes what it will take to get out of a particular jam, and notes that neither lawyers, guns or money will get him out of his predicament.
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Leapfrogging
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The Intersection of Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Leadership effectiveness is increasingly being linked to the concept of emotional intelligence—a set of skills that allows individuals to recognize, understand, and manage their own emotions, as well as to recognize, understand, and influence the emotions of others. Defining Emotional Intelligence in Leadership Emotional intelligence in leadership refers to a leader’s ability to be cognizant of emotions and to use this awareness to
Rmukesh Gupta
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
I recently read a blog post by Seth Godin titled, “The four cohorts of the status quo“ It reminded of the fact that as leaders, we need to understand the concept of status quo, how to leverage it and deal with it, as appropriate. This ability to not allow status quo to hinder our pursuits is a high leverage or impact skill for any leader.
Sopheon
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Regardless of industry, digital transformation projects are a top priority today. According to IDC , global digital transformation spending will grow to an estimated $3.4 trillion by 2026. Digital transformations are necessary, but they’re also painful. And they fail at a rate of about 70%, according to McKinsey.
Harvard Business Review
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Older consumers can’t just be an afterthought for brands — but that doesn’t mean just shifting the focus from one generation to another.
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Leapfrogging
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The Importance of Choosing the Right Keynote Speaker The selection of a keynote speaker is a critical decision that can significantly influence the success of your event. A speaker’s ability to captivate, engage, and inspire the audience sets the tone and leaves a lasting impression. Impact of a Keynote Speaker on Your Event The right keynote speaker can elevate your event by bringing a wealth of knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm to the stage.
Rmukesh Gupta
FEBRUARY 10, 2024
Premise: One of the things that I have experienced myself and heard from many other leaders is the feeling of being an imposter. Everyone of us at some point in time, have felt the feeling of being an imposter. Sometimes it could be because, we don’t see what someone else sees in us, as capability and/or potential. Other times, it could be that we are not sure if we deserve the leadership position that we currently occupy, specially when we see some really good people on the team.
Innovation Excellence
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
GUEST POST from Howard Tiersky Every day, businesses find themselves faced with unhappy customers; if you’re like most people, you might feel apprehension when an unhappy customer requests a meeting with you.
Harvard Business Review
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Do people understand the impressions they make on others or do their anxieties lead them to assume the worst? Across nearly 10 years of research and tens of thousands of observations, the authors have come to this answer: people underestimate how much others like them, and this bias has important implications for how people work together.
Speaker: Aaron Jacob, VP of Accounting Solutions & Reagan Cook, GTM Lead
Are you struggling to navigate the complexities and challenges that come with crypto accounting? 🤔 This new webinar will cover everything businesses need to know to get started with crypto accounting after incorporating crypto into their business models! Industry experts Aaron Jacob and Reagan Cook of TaxBit will thoroughly explore the prevalent operational hurdles encountered by accounting teams when interacting with crypto on the books, and detail how software solutions can effectively
Leapfrogging
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The Role of a Keynote Speaker in Corporate Innovation A keynote speaker can be a powerful catalyst in corporate settings, sparking innovation and inspiring change within an organization. The choice of speaker can set the tone for the entire event and influence the mindset of every attendee. Defining a Keynote Speaker’s Impact on Corporate Events A keynote speaker does more than just address the attendees of a corporate event.
Rmukesh Gupta
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
For a lot of people around the world, today is a day that marks the celebration of love and lovers. The origin of the festivities are not clear though. You can find a lot more about the potential origin story of the day here or here. There has been a lot of people being let go from their jobs in the last few months. On top of that, given the current socio-political-economic situation that we are living in, I would not let any opportunity to celebrate go by.
Innovation Excellence
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
GUEST POST from Robyn Bolton Have you heard any of these sentences recently? “We don’t have time” “Our people don’t have the skills” “We don’t have the budget” “That’s not what we do” I hear them all the time.
Harvard Business Review
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Recent research suggests that when resources become limited, many business leaders’ inclinations are to become risk-averse and protect their own interests, fostering a culture of conservatism and prioritizing stability over innovation. In such circumstances, the emphasis often shifts toward preserving existing assets, reducing expenditures, and maintaining the status quo, which can hinder the organization’s ability to adapt, pivot, and thrive in a competitive environment.
Speaker: Corey Daugherty, Head of Business Development at Flowcode & Georgette Malitsis, Senior Customer Success Manager, Enterprise at Flowcode
Let's explore the transformative power of QR codes in bridging offline and online marketing worlds. 📲 This new webinar featuring Corey Daugherty and Georgette Malitsis of Flowcode will dive into how innovative QR technology not only enhances traditional marketing strategies, but also drives meaningful customer engagement and analytics. Register today to gain practical knowledge on using QR codes to increase conversion rates, optimize customer journeys, and ultimately unlock a new realm o
Qmarkets
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Hear from our clients from a leading global software company as they share key learnings about how to lead an enterprise innovation program successfully. Drawing on their own experience of launching and running Qmarkets platform, you'll discover a wealth of best practices and insights to guide you to innovation success at your own organization.
Rmukesh Gupta
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
Premise: If there is one thing that we lack in our society and as an extension within our organisations is nuance. Almost everyone is polarised on almost every issue. We forget that there is not many things in the world that can be binary in nature. However, almost all the conversations we are having in public or private seems to be binary in nature.
Innovation Excellence
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
GUEST POST from Mike Shipulski All goals are arbitrary, but some are more arbitrary than others. When your company treats goals like they’re not arbitrary, welcome to the US industrial complex. What happens if you meet your year-end goals in June? Can you take off the rest of the year?
Harvard Business Review
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Concerns that short-term rentals fueled by platforms like Airbnb have caused long-term rents to rise in major cities has caused some governments to place limits, including bans, on them. But research of New York City found that short-term rentals are not the biggest contributor to high rents, especially when it comes to the most vulnerable segments of a city’s residents.
Speaker: Kat Conner
The challenge of delivering the right product at the right time while aligning with strategic objectives is more pressing than ever. Product management is evolving and gaining greater recognition as the means to creating this connection. Join our upcoming webinar and learn how to streamline your product development processes, infuse product thinking across the organization, and bridge the gap between vision and delivery.
Christensen Institute
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
As we move through the beginning of 2024, parent power, rethinking assessments, and career and technical education (CTE) for every student are some of the trends rippling through K–12 education. Here are six top trends for educators, parents, and policymakers to understand. 1. The rise of homeschooling It’s not new to note that homeschooling has grown significantly over the last few years since the start of the pandemic and diversified even more.
Daniel Burrus
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
The world population today is a little less than 8 billion people, and this number will only increase in the coming years — A definite Hard Trend future certainty. It is estimated by industry experts that by the year 2050, the population will reach around 9.7 billion people. Along with this increase in population comes an increased demand for basic human necessities, such as food, clean water, clothing, and shelter.
Rmukesh Gupta
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
When I was young, we used to play this game of Snakes and ladders. It was one of the best pastimes I had. So, I look at it with a lot of fond memories. Yesterday, I stumbled onto this version of the game and it made me think a lot about how insightful the game was at multiple levels. The game offered insightful glimpses into life, risk and a lot more.
Harvard Business Review
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
To achieve efficiencies and reduce costs, more and more companies are managing their employees by algorithm. In this article, the authors present some of the first research findings concerning the effects of algorithmic management on workplace dynamics. One important finding is that employees managed by algorithm are less likely than colleagues managed by algorithm to help others.
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Planview
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
If AI poses one problem for leaders, it’s that there are too many opportunities. How do you select the right path for your organization out of all the available paths while keeping AI use responsible and ethical? Pair these considerations with internal and external pressures to rapidly adopt generative AI and scale it, and leveraging AI is easier said than done.
Innovating4Energy
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Ask how we can leverage and use Ecosystem thinking and design to promote innovation within the Energy Transition, as it is a powerful approach to radical change. By fostering collaborations and synergies, you can accelerate the development and adoption of innovative solutions for the energy transition. A range of success stories showcase the value of ecosystem thinking in different industries relating to the energy transition.
Innovation Excellence
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
GUEST POST from Shep Hyken Customer service is not a department. It’s a philosophy that everyone in an organization must embrace. It’s the same with customer experience (CX), which most people view as a strategy. However, both customer service and experience must be rooted in a company’s culture.
Harvard Business Review
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
At first glance, it looks like health care in the United States is ripe for disruption. Digital technology advances have the power to help address the shortcomings of care delivery: It costs too much, its quality isn’t what it could and should be, and millions of people live hundreds of miles from the nearest hospital and/or don’t have a primary care doctor.
Speaker: Maher Hanafi, VP of Engineering at Betterworks & Tony Karrer, CTO at Aggregage
Executive leaders and board members are pushing their teams to adopt Generative AI to gain a competitive edge, save money, and otherwise take advantage of the promise of this new era of artificial intelligence. There's no question that it is challenging to figure out where to focus and how to advance when it’s a new field that is evolving everyday. 💡 This new webinar featuring Maher Hanafi, VP of Engineering at Betterworks, will explore a practical framework to transform Generative AI pr
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