What Goldfish Teach Us About Innovation

What Goldfish Teach Us About Innovation

Innovation teams face unfamiliar and uncertain environments that can hinder their ability to create valuable concepts. Teams often struggle with anxiety when executives demand quick results. This pressure can cause teams to choose ideas that are similar to existing products/services, hindering innovation goals. Teams must acclimate themselves to different contexts to become successful. Just like fish evolved to breathe air, innovation teams need to be provided with necessary tools and time to adjust to new roles and tasks. Success should be measured by outcomes, not timeframes.

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Triumph of the Innovation Economy - Part 2

The second part of the innovation history series highlights Ancient Egypt's remarkable innovation power.

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Use This Template as a Calendar for Innovation

Innovation programs struggle to keep engagement due to lengthy processes, however, adopting a mixed-use format can keep innovation ongoing. Seasonal interests or thematic trends can be used as a template for shorter term innovation campaigns.

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One Thing Steve Jobs Did at Apple That Will Instantly Improve Your Productivity

One Thing Steve Jobs Did at Apple That Will Instantly Improve Your Productivity

Distraction is the enemy of productivity. By setting daily achievement goals, you can maintain focus and increase productivity.

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