Think back to the last time you played chess with a first-grader. (Never? Shame!) You’ll recall the almost overwhelming temptation the kid feels to play with the pieces off the board. First-graders can learn the rules and make appropriate moves on the board, but they aren’t so ready as grownups to give up on the pieces that land on the sidelines. In fact, off the board, those pieces can be more interesting. Kings can strut about. Knights can whinny and gallop.
To Innovate, Play with Pieces Off the Game Board
Think back to the last time you played chess with a first-grader. (Never? Shame!) You’ll recall the almost overwhelming temptation the kid feels to play with the pieces off the board. First-graders can learn the rules and make appropriate moves on the board, but they aren’t so ready as grownups to give up on the […]
June 11, 2012
New!
HBR Learning
Attracting and Cultivating Talent Course
Accelerate your career with Harvard ManageMentor®. HBR Learning’s online leadership training helps you hone your skills with courses like Attracting and Cultivating Talent. Earn badges to share on LinkedIn and your resume. Access more than 40 courses trusted by Fortune 500 companies.
Discover how to attract, hire, develop, and keep talented people who will grow and thrive throughout their employee journey.
Learn More & See All Courses
New!
HBR Learning
Attracting and Cultivating Talent Course
Accelerate your career with Harvard ManageMentor®. HBR Learning’s online leadership training helps you hone your skills with courses like Attracting and Cultivating Talent. Earn badges to share on LinkedIn and your resume. Access more than 40 courses trusted by Fortune 500 companies.
Discover how to attract, hire, develop, and keep talented people who will grow and thrive throughout their employee journey.