Dr. Amy Edmondson, Harvard Professor & Best-Selling Author, Fail Often? Not So Fast
You’ve probably heard of the mantra “fail fast,” but is that really the right way to approach failure and is there a better way? It turns out there is!
Innovation
How Leaders Can Stop “Seeing Ghosts” And Overcome Invisible Threats and Opportunities in Business
Why is it that some leaders see threats and opportunities that aren’t there whereas other leaders don’t? The idea of “seeing ghosts” in leadership is a big challenge, here’s hows to overcome it
Shaping Facebook’s Future Through Revolutionary Workplace Culture
Back in 2008, when Facebook was just starting to flex its muscles on the global stage, the company knew it needed a titan to navigate its explosive growth. Enter Sheryl Sandberg—a leader not just equipped with a stellar track record at Google but also a forward-thinking approach to workplace dynamics. Her mission? To scale Facebook’s operations and evolve its corporate culture, making the social media giant a powerhouse of innovation and employee satisfaction.
Four Characteristics of Highly Curious & Innovative People
Curiosity might just be your best tool as a leader in today’s fast-evolving business landscape. When I was working on The Future Leader, I had some incredible conversations with over 140 CEOs from all corners of the globe. One thing that kept coming up? The unbeatable value of staying curious—something every future leader needs.
Ginni Rometty and the Culture of Learning at IBM: Transforming Education in the Workplace
In an era where technological evolution is relentless, the need for continuous professional development is more critical than ever. Ginni Rometty, the former CEO of IBM, recognized this early on and revolutionized how her company approached learning and innovation. Under her leadership, IBM instituted “Think Fridays,” dedicating one day each month to employee development and knowledge expansion.
What Leaders Can Learn From Teenagers
Who do you typically turn to when you have a problem with technology? The kids! Kids and teenagers embrace technology. And all leaders can follow their examples to embrace the skill of the Technology Teenager.
Forced Moves Vs Variation: The Game Of Business Has Changed
Historically, businesses operated under the strategy of “forced moves,” where the future was more predictable, and the path to success more structured. Today, however, the business world more closely resembles a complex game of chess with more variation and unpredictable outcomes.
Waze Co-Founder Uri Levine Shares Secrets on Building Innovative Teams and Turning Simple Ideas to Billion-Dollar Enterprises
Are you looking to unleash the power of innovation within your company but feel overwhelmed by the prospect? In today’s episode, Uri Levine and I explore the themes of his book, “Fall in Love with the Problem, Not the Solution,” diving into creating a culture of innovation, tackling the challenges of hiring and firing for growth, and understanding the crucial role of failure in entrepreneurship.
MIT Scientist On The Radical “GEEK WAY” Mindset that Drives Extraordinary Results & The 2 Important Forces Shaping The Global Economy
Why does being a ‘geek’ excel your business and leadership career? Geeks in business have created a new culture based around four norms: science, ownership, speed, and openness.
How The CEO of 1-800 Flowers Used The Power of “I Don’t Know” To Transform His Company
In school, we’ve all experienced that dreaded moment when a teacher calls us to answer a question we don’t know. I remember a particularly embarrassing incident in college when my economics professor put me on the spot in front of a packed class, and I fumbled with a made-up answer.