Innovation, that mythical activity that results in both incremental and exponential progress gets a lot of attention in the business press. From small business leaders to corporate leaders, they all want it in some way; but most don’t know what it is and how it actually happens.
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3 Threats To A Thriving Company Culture
Culture eats strategy for breakfast. An often misunderstood saying that gets thrown around freely in the startup world. Truth be told, culture does indeed eat strategy for breakfast when an organization’s strategy is clearly defined and its culture thrives.
Use These 3 tactics To Keep an Open Mind and Avoid Confirmation Bias
A few years ago I read Think Like a Rocket Scientist, which is very practical and bursting with insights on how to think better in order to solve problems and achieve your goals. The author, Ozan Varol, is a former rocket scientist. Varol’s insights are based on his own personal journey as well as his extensive research on problem-solving and creativity.
The Power of Discomfort: Seeking Out Information That Challenges Your Assumptions
I was reading the HBR article, “3 Strategies for Making Better, More Informed Decisions“, which discusses three strategies for making better, more informed decisions; which are explained below. By following these strategies, you can overcome the limitations of self-serving biases and make more informed choices.
The Progress Principle: The Power of Small Wins To Boost Employee Performance
The power of small wins isn’t just for individuals to take advantage of; it’s for teams too. In 2011, Harvard Professor, Teresa Amabile released a must-read book called The Progress Principle where she explores the power of small wins and meaningful progress in fueling motivation, creativity, and overall job satisfaction.
The Power of Small Wins: How Small Steps Lead to Big Success
Have you ever set a goal for yourself, only to give up on it because it seemed too daunting? If so, you’re not alone. Many people find it difficult to stick to their goals, especially when they’re big and ambitious. But what if there was a way to make it easier to achieve your goals? What if you could break them down into smaller, more manageable steps?