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Bad news does not Travel up the Hierarchy

Destination Innovation

Amy Edmondson, professor of leadership and management at Harvard Business School, has written a book, The Fearless Organization, in which she argues that a culture of silence is both common and dangerous. You don’t speak up if the boss’s boss is present. In short, bad news does not travel up the hierarchy. Fighting Groupthink.

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Overcoming the Top 3 Barriers to Customer-Centricity

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Alain Thys I just finished a presentation for the leadership team of a European travel company that wanted to better understand the barriers they would face on their journey to true customer-centricity. And what they could do about it. It was a good excuse to give a 2022 update to some of […].

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Time Travel Audit: Find Success Now and in the Future

Daniel Burrus

You don’t need a DeLorean for time travel. This same kind of time travel also occurs in business. You can time travel at organizations in your hometown that use legacy technology and antiquated techniques. Time travel is also possible between divisions within an organization. Even here in the U.S., The Future Is Yours.

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Ignite Inspiration: Selecting an Innovation Keynote Speaker for Your Corporate Event

Leapfrogging

They should have a proven track record of success in driving innovation within organizations or contributing to the field of innovation through thought leadership. Thought Leadership Publications or contributions to the discourse on innovation. Professional Experience Hands-on experience with innovation in business settings.

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Visionary Thinking: How Leaders Shape the Future

Phil McKinney

Leadership is at the center of every successful organization. Visionary thinking involves thinking beyond the present and asking yourself what the future could look like. Their stories provide valuable insights into the practical application of visionary leadership. Steve Jobs (Apple Inc.):

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Revolutionize Your Event: Selecting the Best Innovation Keynote Speaker

Leapfrogging

When sourcing an innovation keynote speaker, it’s important to consider their ability to not only talk about innovation but to demonstrate it through their presentation style and content delivery. Meeting planners should consider: The size and scope of events where the speaker has presented.

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The Rapid Resurgence of Pitch Days as an Effective Tool for Innovation

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One of the of the largest hurdles to innovation that we see is getting key decision makers on board at the right time to take advantage of the opportunities presented. These are crucial moments for Leadership to provide key highlights or areas of concern and align on partners of interest. Why are Pitch Days effective?

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