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Rob C. Wolcott and Kaihan Krippendorff – The Proximity Revolution

In today’s episode, we delve into the exciting world of the Proximity Revolution alongside renowned authors Rob C. Wolcott and Kaihan Krippendorff. They unveil how digital advancements are fueling a revolution in customization, on-demand production, and efficient delivery – reimagining industries from agriculture to healthcare.

Imagine fresh, local produce thriving in the heart of a city. Imagine personalized medicine manufactured right when you need it. This isn’t science fiction; it’s the dawning age of the Proximity Revolution, and it’s poised to reshape our world.

Both_And Thinking Part 3 With Wendy Smith-3

EP531 Wendy Smith – Both/And Thinking Part 3

Posted 10 months ago Tagged Aidan McCullen Both and Thinking broadening perspectives Business cognitive approaches creative problem solving dynamism in innovation embracing tensions emotional dynamics Honda's strategy Innovation Leadership leadership insights Organizational Change paradoxical thinking pausing to reflect Transformation uncertainty Unilever case study Wendy Smith

Explore the transformative potential of Both/And Thinking in creative problem solving with Wendy Smith. Discover how embracing emotions drives innovation and gain practical tools to navigate uncertainty, broaden perspectives, and foster dynamic organizational change. Join us as we delve into real-world case studies and leadership insights to inspire paradoxical thinking in your organization.

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EP530 Building an Ecosystem Playbook with Christine Griffin

Posted 10 months ago Tagged Aidan McCullen Best Buy Case Study Best Buy Health Business Development Business Ecosystems Business Growth Change Logic Christine Griffin Corporate Explorer Series Corporate Explorers Corporate Innovation Corporate Strategy Digital Health Ecosystem Playbook Entrepreneurship Healthcare Innovation Hubert Joly Innovation Innovation Ecosystems Innovation Leadership Innovation Mapping Innovation Show Innovation Strategy Innovation Tools Market Strategy Scaling Startups Startup Scaling Strategic Partnerships Strategy Sustainable Innovation Technology Adoption Transformation Wazoku

Ever wondered how companies can leverage partnerships to drive innovation and deliver new value propositions to their customers? In this episode, we explore the art and science of corporate innovation ecosystems with Christine Griffin, a renowned expert in the field.

Christine unveils a powerful six-step process for crafting a winning ecosystem playbook. We delve into a compelling case study – Best Buy’s strategic shift from retail giant to home health services leader – to illustrate the power of this approach.

Discover how Best Buy leveraged acquisitions and partnerships to become a key player in the home health market. Learn the importance of understanding value creation, identifying market turning points, and mapping the ecosystem landscape. We’ll also explore how to assess financial flows, build a robust scaling path, and develop the capabilities needed for success.

This episode is a must-listen for corporate explorers and innovation leaders seeking to:

Develop successful partnerships
Drive co-innovation for customer value
Navigate the complexities of business ecosystems

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Wendy Smith – Both/And Thinking Part 2

Posted 10 months ago Tagged Aidan McCullen Both and Thinking career challenges Corporate Culture Creativity decision making Innovation Leadership organisational behaviour paradox Problem Solving success tension management Transformation Wendy Smith

Unleash the Power of “Both/And” Thinking: Solve Toughest Problems & Make Breakthrough DecisionsTired of either/or choices? This episode of The Innovation Show cracks the code on navigating paradoxes. Join Wendy Smith, co-author of “Both/And Thinking,” as she reveals the power of embracing tensions for better problem-solving in your career, organization, and beyond. Discover the four types of paradoxes and practical strategies to manage them effectively. Learn from Lego’s success story and more!

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Wendy Smith – Both/And Thinking Part1

Posted 10 months ago Tagged Aidan McCullen Both and Thinking Business career challenges Corporate Culture Creativity decision making Disruption Innovation Leadership organisational behaviour paradox Problem Solving Strategy success tension management Transformation Wendy Smith

In this episode, we are joined by Wendy Smith, co-author of ‘Both/And Thinking: Embrace Creative Tensions to Solve Your Toughest Problems.’ Wendy elaborates on the nuances between dilemmas, paradoxes, and tensions, emphasising that these terms are not interchangeable and revealing the psychological and practical implications of recognising and navigating paradoxes. Drawing from her personal experiences and research, Wendy illustrates how both/and thinking can be applied to career decisions, organisational challenges, and broader societal issues. She discusses the limitations of either/or thinking and the harmful patterns it can create, such as intensification, overcorrection, and polarisation. Using examples from companies like Lego and Gore, Wendy shows how balancing tradition and innovation, centralisation and decentralisation, and other competing demands can lead to more sustainable success. The conversation also delves into the four types of paradoxes: learning, performing, organising, and belonging, and explores strategies to manage these tensions effectively. This episode is essential for anyone facing complex decisions in their personal or professional life. 00:00 Introduction to Both/And Thinking 00:12 Understanding Tensions and Dilemmas 03:08 Defining Paradox and Its Importance 05:23 Embracing Paradoxes in Real Life 08:00 Conditions That Highlight Paradoxes 16:51 Exploring the Four Types of Paradoxes 23:28 Navigating Organisational Paradoxes 31:23 The Paradox System Framework 36:57 Lego’s Journey Through Paradox 45:40 Conclusion and Further Resources

Aidan McCullen and Alexander Pett discuss Corporate Innovation

Getting the Senior Team Onboard with Alexander Pett

Posted 10 months ago Tagged Aidan McCullen Alexander Pett Boardroom Dynamics Corporate Explorer Corporate Innovation David Kantor Effective Communication Empathy in Leadership Executive Buy-In Executive Leadership Group Dynamics High Stakes Conversations Innovation Leadership Leadership Strategies Organizational Change Political Savvy Pre-Meeting Preparation Productive Tension Senior Team Engagement

Mastering high-stakes conversations is essential for driving corporate innovation. In this episode, Alexander Pett, an expert in executive team dynamics, reveals the power of “productive tension.” Learn how to strategically navigate disagreements, secure senior-level buy-in, and effectively communicate your innovative ideas in the boardroom. Tune in to discover practical frameworks and communication strategies that will empower you to lead successful organizational change.

Alison Taylor – Higher Ground

Posted 11 months ago Tagged Aidan McCullen Alison Taylor Business business ethics Corporate Culture corporate responsibility ethical challenges ethical leadership Higher Ground Innovation Leadership NYU Stern responsible business Social Media stakeholder capitalism systemic issues Transformation transparency

Join Alison Taylor, NYU Stern ethics professor and author, to explore ethical challenges, stakeholder capitalism, corporate culture, and the role of leadership in building a responsible and sustainable business.

Gathering Customer Discovery Data with Vanessa Ceia

Posted 11 months ago Tagged Aidan McCullen assumptions Bias Corporate Explorer customer discovery customer interviews Ideation incubation Innovation innovation maturity MVP problem validation qualitative research scaling Sustainability value growth Vanessa Ceia

Vanessa Ceia shares the critical shift needed for corporate explorers to succeed—moving from an inside-out to an outside-in mindset. Highlighting Corporate Explorer Field Book chapters, we discuss how customer discovery interviews can overcome inherent corporate biases.

Teresa Amabile – The Progress Principle

Posted 11 months ago Tagged Aidan McCullen Career Development Creativity at Work Employee Engagement Employee Motivation Inner Work Life Innovation Management Job Satisfaction Leadership Skills Management Strategies Organizational Behavior Positive Emotions Productivity Retirement Planning Small Wins Team Building Teresa Amabile The Progress Principle Work-Life Balance Workplace Psychology

Teresa Amabile, author of ‘The Progress Principle,’ sharesher extensive research on motivation and emotions in the workplace.

Howard Gardner: The Synthesizing Mind

Posted 11 months ago Tagged Cognitive Science Creativity and Leadership Critical Thinking Educational Psychology Educational Reform Ethics in Education Good Work Howard Gardner Howard Gardner's Theories Human Cognition Innovation and Mind Intellectual Development Intellectual Memoir Intelligence Theory Interview with Howard Gardner Lifelong Learning Multiple Intelligences Synthesizing Mind Thought Leaders in Psychology

In this episode of the Innovation Show, Howard Gardner, renowned for his theory of multiple intelligences, discusses his memoir ‘A Synthesizing Mind,’ recounting his life’s intellectual journey.

Gardner talks about his career, his passion for understanding intelligence, his work on ‘good work,’ and how modern innovations like large language models impact his theories.

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