Michael Lee Stallard

APRIL 3, 2021

According to a World Bank analysis, innovation is on the decline. Given innovation’s role in moving organizations and society forward, what can we do to encourage it? One way to foster innovation is to encourage connection in our work cultures. Photo by Johannes Plenio on Unsplash. Photo by Johannes Plenio on Unsplash.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

E VERYONE WANTS to be an innovator. Every organization wants to be innovative; it doesn’t matter if it’s a church, a for-profit or non-profit business, or a government agency. To not be innovative is to risk being left behind. But how many of us are truly innovative? It requires skills that too few have developed.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 30, 2023

In the fast-paced and competitive business world, companies are always looking for ways to enhance productivity and foster a positive work environment. A professionally designed office block can profoundly impact employee productivity levels, creating a conducive environment that promotes collaboration, innovation, and overall well-being.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JUNE 28, 2020

Early on, these office-turned-remote workers may have put in longer hours and worked hard to show they were being productive in the changing environment. Leaders who may have previously resisted extending the option of remote work to employees out of a concern that it will negatively impact productivity were relieved to see the opposite.

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Mike Cardus

JUNE 28, 2020

Innovation, change, the ability to notice patterns, and try unique or novel approaches will continue to be a differentiator in your organization , team, and self. In a recent webinar on change and innovation , I shared processes and ways to support innovation in your work : . We shared the 8 Causes that Block Innovation.

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LDRLB

MARCH 29, 2013

When I started researching creativity and innovation, one of the thought leaders I kept reading from again and again was Keith Sawyer. Zig Zag grew out of Sawyer’s Explaining Creativity , in which he summarizes all of the research on the creative process and arrives at an 8-stage model that all creativity and innovation efforts move through.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

For instance, a study from KU Leuven University and the European Central Bank found that large companies do understandably innovate more often and more successfully than SMEs. In relative terms, this may be a small number, but when set against the 20 million or so SMEs operating across Europe, it’s a vast number of innovative firms.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

In 1987 Robert Solow famously remarked that computing is everywhere except in the productivity statistics. His comment reflected frustration that despite the considerable hype around the digital technologies of the day, productivity stats were barely moving. Official data reveals that while GDP grew by around 2.7%

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

While some see it as a job disruptor, others recognize its potential as a catalyst for innovation. While AI can process vast amounts of information at unparalleled speeds, it lacks inherent creativity. AI provides the raw power and speed, and the creative executive molds this into innovative strategies, products, and services.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 18, 2019

T HE INNOVATION WE PRIZE at successful start-ups is a mindset that is brought into the start-up and not necessarily the inherent quality of every start-up. Innovation isn’t something that just happens; we create the conditions for it. Big organizations can innovate like small start-ups. Creating an Innovation Strategy.

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 31, 2023

However, it is important to note that AI does not completely replace workers; rather, it acts as a “co-pilot” to human workers, enhancing their productivity in specific tasks. As with any technological innovation, responsible action should guide our AI endeavors.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 25, 2019

Guest post from Alf Rehn: Some say we live in the golden age of innovation, an age ruled by transformation and revolution. Instead, I would argue that we live in the age of innovation crisis. We’ve never spent more on innovation, yet as many CEOs are starting to notice, the returns are diminishing, and the trend is down, not up.

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Leading Blog

JULY 25, 2019

Their greatest fear is no longer their closest competitor, but the startups which, although they live in metaphorical garages and have hardly taken off, have an innovation power that established organizations can only dream of possessing. The Three Tracks of Innovation. Optimizing innovation: Improving the past.

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 4, 2022

While attending events like HIMSS, there is a distinct sense of so-called “make and sell” involved, with companies certain that if they can only make a nice enough product that it will inevitably transform healthcare for the better. The reality is rather different. All of these things take time, energy, and money.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

As organizations increasingly rely on technology to drive growth and innovation, the role of digital leaders has become paramount. Additionally, the CIO must champion innovation and promote a culture of continuous learning and adaptation, ensuring that the organization remains agile despite constant technological advancements.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2018

This happened over and over again during the production of “Jaws,” with Spielberg and his crew forced to alter – or completely abandon – the director’s original vision to adapt to conditions on the ground. In business, we tend to mythologize innovative leaders as those who have a revolutionary vision and stick with it, no matter what.

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The Practical Leader

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Like the weather, many leaders talk about agility and innovation, but few managers do much about it. Unlike the weather, there’s a great deal managers can do about building agile and innovative cultures. New products and services can be “knocked off” or copied. It’s a big competitive edge.

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The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 9, 2023

While Winston Churchill was famously supposed to have remarked that we should never waste a crisis, the reality is that during recessions, firms often tighten their belts and reduce the amount they invest in innovation. “We examine innovation following the Great Depression using data on a century’s worth of U.S.

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The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 18, 2023

Each year the Boston Consulting Group takes the corporate temperature in terms of innovation. In their latest report, they look specifically at sustainability innovation, both in terms of the priority firms are assigning to it and the results they’re achieving. Indeed, 80% of the top 50 most innovative firms fell into this camp.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 24, 2014

No business will be successful unless its product, service or process is innovative on some level. Innovation is what differentiates companies within the same industry from one another. It isn’t something that can be purchased or built, but it is something that can be encouraged and fostered within a company culture.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

It is the foundation upon which high-performing teams are built, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth. A strong leader inspires and motivates employees, creating a sense of purpose and commitment that leads to increased engagement and productivity.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

A high premium is placed on collaboration, with the understanding that pooling diverse perspectives encourages innovation and creativity. Leaders have the responsibility and power to shape the course and outcome of their companies by influencing the organizational structure, culture, decision-making process, and employee performance.

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Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

Guest post by Kris Oestergaard: Today, every business is looking to find ways to streamline its innovative abilities. Those successful in establishing a culture of innovation have addressed their organization’s “immune systems.” Organizational leaders need to address all three in order to transform into innovation champions.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

It’s the COO’s purview to maintain a keen eye on the operational successes and shortfalls, constantly seeking to optimize processes and implement changes where required, be it internally or externally. Once the potential candidates are identified, N2Growth engages in insightful and rigorous interviews to gauge their abilities.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 22, 2024

Unpacking N2Growth’s Executive Coaching Process N2Growth’s unique approach to executive coaching stems from the understanding that impactful and sustainable development must be holistic and tailored to each leader’s context, personality, and objective.

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Skip Prichard

JANUARY 10, 2022

Creating world-class products and services is a discipline that some organizations seem to master, and others struggle to achieve. Radhika Dutt presents a different approach in her book Radical Product Thinking. Radhika’s experience building products in numerous industries is evident in every chapter. Radhika Dutt.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 24, 2024

These systems can transform a chaotic storage area into an organized haven of productivity and streamlined workflows. Choosing the Right Pallet Rack System for Your Warehouse Selecting a pallet rack system must be a deliberate process that aligns the system’s design with the warehouse’s operational goals.

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The Horizons Tracker

JUNE 1, 2023

In our globalized world, it’s increasingly common for companies to invest internationally in a process known as foreign direct investment (FDI). It requires a more objective assessment to understand the effects of this strategy on the productivity of the host countries,” the researchers explain.

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 2, 2021

In 1962 Everett Rogers famously described the journey innovations go on as they travel from obscurity to mass market success and through to obsolescence. It’s a process that remains largely observed to this day and being able to spot where an innovation is on the lifecycle is pretty valuable. Spreading change.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

It is now expected that a CMO strikes a harmony between pioneering innovation and maintaining commercial acumen, a balance intrinsic to the realization of substantial business growth. However, integrating creative innovation within a broader business strategy does not equate to an effortlessly navigable journey.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 8, 2023

An efficient fleet is a crucial cornerstone of any logistics-based business, and maximizing productivity while keeping costs under control can directly translate into increased profits. This article outlines seven key strategies to enhance your fleet’s productivity while economizing your operations.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

With the constant advancements in technology and research, businesses in this sector require leaders who possess a deep understanding of the scientific landscape and the business acumen to drive growth and innovation. One of the primary obstacles is the need for more highly skilled and qualified talent.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Manufacturing processes are complex and they often consist of multiple steps. So, in order to maximize profits, businesses have to find innovative ways to streamline these processes and reduce the time they take to complete. There are also some amazing tools available that will help you to streamline these processes.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

By fostering a positive organizational culture and maintaining high levels of employee engagement, the CPO contributes to creating a productive and motivated workforce. By creating a productive and motivated workforce, the CPO drives business success.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 24, 2024

AI isn’t merely about optimizing existing processes; it’s about challenging the status quo, reimagining possibilities, and championing game-changing strategies. Explore how AI can enhance your existing processes. Productivity Through AI: AI is a powerful tool for boosting productivity.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 7, 2020

In those moments it’s especially important that leaders work to keep everyone focused and productive while coping with ambiguity and uncertainty. Especially if your processes have changed dramatically, some of your team members may be feeling lost, unproductive and discouraged. Help people manage their stress.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 9, 2017

When it comes to innovation, it is no different. Jeff DeGraff writes in The Innovation Code , “ Your dominant worldview is your biggest strength —the quality that makes you stand out from other people.” DeGraff describes four basic worldviews or approaches to innovation : the Artist, the Engineer, the Athlete, and the Sage.

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