Join Aidan McCullen and Stanford professor Robert Burgelman as they explore the five inescapable dilemmas of organizational adaptation鈥攆rom Intel鈥檚 DRAM exit to Nokia鈥檚 mobile disruption. A masterclass on how strategy, structure, and leadership evolve under pressure.
Join Aidan McCullen and Stanford professor Robert Burgelman for an in-depth discussion on strategic dissonance at Intel. Discover how internal ecology, resource flows, and competing logics influence innovation and why strategy is always both political and evolutionary.
Join Aidan McCullen as he welcomes Clark Gilbert to explore how resource allocation drives real strategic change. From Harvard insights to media industry transformation, this conversation unpacks the processes that shape strategy from the ground up.
Join Aidan McCullen as he welcomes legendary Harvard professor Joseph L. Bower to discuss his influential work From Resource Allocation to Strategy. Bower unpacks how organizations really make strategic decisions鈥攆rom the factory floor to the C-suite.
We welcome Tom Asacker, author of Unwinding Want, to explore how unconscious habits trap us in cycles of dissatisfaction and how reconnecting with our true selves can lead to a more meaningful life.
Aidan McCullen and Eric von Hippel dive deeper into the concept of Free User Innovation. They explore the division of labor between users and producers, showcasing how pioneering users drive market creation while manufacturers refine and scale innovations. Through compelling anecdotes鈥攆rom the origins of the heart-lung machine to the rise of mountain biking鈥攖his conversation unveils the critical role of user-led innovation in shaping industries.
On this special episode of Tech Tonic, Aidan McCullen reveals his incredible story of reinvention and resilience. From rugby to digital transformation, Aidan shares insights on adapting to change, embracing innovation, and launching The Innovation Show.
In “Hidden Scents,” Aidan McCullen explores how individuals with heightened perception鈥攄ubbed “Helpful Cassandras”鈥攃an guide organizations to recognize early signs of disruption or opportunity. Drawing on insights from visionaries like Andy Grove and researchers like Rita McGrath, this piece emphasizes the importance of valuing diverse perspectives to navigate an uncertain future effectively.
In this episode, Tammy Watchorn, author of the Change Ninja Handbook, shares insights from her experience driving innovation in the public sector. She discusses overcoming resistance to change, understanding the human side of organizational blockers, and how adapting your approach can lead to effective transformation.
In this episode, Bobby Herrera, CEO and author of The Gift of Struggle, discusses the leadership lessons he’s learned from overcoming challenges. Hear how a small act of kindness on a bus at 17 transformed his life and inspired him to build a $500 million business. Discover how embracing vulnerability and sharing stories can help leaders create more connected and empowered communities.