Join Aidan McCullen as he welcomes Paul Nunes and the late Ian Morrison to explore the critical concept of Second Curves. They discuss how organizations can anticipate disruption, transition before decline, and build a sustainable future through strategic foresight and innovation.
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In this insightful episode of The Innovation Show, we sit down with legendary management thinker Henry Mintzberg to explore his latest work, Bedtime Stories for Managers. Mintzberg shares profound yet practical wisdom on leadership, strategy, and organizational culture, blending humor and insight in his signature storytelling style.
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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 anecdotesāfrom the origins of the heart-lung machine to the rise of mountain bikingāthis conversation unveils the critical role of user-led innovation in shaping industries.
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Join Aidan McCullen as he welcomes the legendary Henry Mintzberg to discuss his powerful book Rebalancing Society. Mintzberg explores the urgent need for radical renewal, the imbalance in modern societies, and how businesses, governments, and communities must work together to create a more sustainable future.
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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.
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ntergenerational sacrifice in business highlights the trade-off between short-term gains and long-term sustainability. Learn how visionary leadership and strategic decisions shape the future while avoiding the pitfalls of short-sighted planning.
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Seth Godin shares his thoughts on strategy, innovation, and systemic change. Learn how to align with systems, embrace failure, and redefine long-term thinking for impactful results.
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Explore the fascinating world of free user innovation with Eric Von Hippel as he delves into how users independently create solutions to meet their own needs, transforming industries in the process. Learn the dynamics of this phenomenon and its implications for the future of innovation.
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In this week’s Thursday Thought, we delve into the complexities of navigating change from within. Using quotes, research, and insights from the Innovation Show, we explore how our perception of individuality vs. being part of a larger whole affects our ability to adapt. Drawing parallels with superorganisms like beehives, the episode discusses how business and economic cycles, like Kondratiev waves, shape our world. Highlighting examples from companies like Sony, we examine the ‘inside view’ trap and the importance of stepping outside our immediate focus to see the bigger picture. Join us as we read the label from outside the jar and prepare for the future.
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In this thought-provoking episode, Byron Reese shares insights from his book We Are Agora, delving into the concept of humanity as a superorganism. From the origins of life and DNA to the nature of collective intelligence, explore how our interconnected existence shapes the future of life and society.