Two weeks ago, we introduced our model for viewing innovation from a team and organization perspective. The model, which we call the “Innovation Field,” is described at length in our bestselling book, The Seeds of Innovation. ...READ»
Over the last three days, I’ve shown how Mikey Dobin and Valley Forge Fabrics have been able to find an unorthodox path, define a niche market and empower its employees. These innovations have helped the company emerge as the ...READ»
I'm a innovation consultant from Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Recently, my proposal for writing a manifesto in Changethis.com has been accepted and the manifesto proposal is titled: "Innovation 3.0: Focus on releasing ...READ»
As I continue my review of Valley Forge Fabrics, I see they draw upon another tactic used by leaders like Sun Tzu and Jack Welch, former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of General Electric (GE).
To inspire cohesion and ...READ»
A couple of months ago, we wrote a post about our office dog, Maple. Maple is turning a year old this week, and, for better or for worse, she is still overwhelming us with her energy and creativity.
In our previous post, we noted ...READ»
Yesterday I started reviewing a very interesting fabric supplier – Valley Forge Fabrics. Mikey Dobin, the senior vice president, shared another theme that I have found with so many “outthinkers” that I interview. They all ...READ»
Few people know Valley Forge Fabrics, but if you’ve ever stayed in a hotel or sat in a hotel lobby, then you have probably experienced the company’s products without even knowing it. This once small, mom-and-pop business now sells ...READ»
I read with some interest today that Circuit City, the consumer electronics retailer, is filing for bankruptcy. It was interesting because just a few years ago, Circuit City was cited by management expert Jim Collins in his ...READ»
Which wing of an airplane is the most important?
It’s the same with information and intuition.
This is true, of course, not just in marketing and branding, but in most areas of life.
Consider the pro football coach ...READ»
Last week, we introduced our model for viewing innovation from a team and organization perspective. The model, named the “Innovation Field,” is described in our bestselling book, The Seeds of Innovation. The Innovation Field ...READ»
Smart Marketing in a Down Economy
The question that has been on the mind of nearly every business owner and CEO I've talked to lately is, "What should we be doing to market our company in this down economy?"
There are two basic ...READ»
It is a frustrating experience for both employer and job seeker. First generation job sites continue to focus on generic employment requirements offering no differentiation to users and yield below 11%!
Americans are growing ...READ»
“If you want to shrink something, you must first allow it to expand.
If you want to get rid of something, you must first allow it to flourish.
If you want to take something, you must first allow it to be given.
This is called the ...READ»
With a grim jobs report, a hinky stock market and a deal for auto executives still on the table, America's mayors may be offering the best bailout plan around.READ»
Yesterday I started reviewing Kumon, which is celebrating 50 years of educating students across the globe. The company has humble roots but has grown to be the leading tutoring center in the world. Click here to listen to my interview ...READ»
Still wired from 20 hours in flight and now lounging in the Ritz-Carlton hotel bar in Singapore, I flip to an article that underscores an often-overlooked pattern of innovation: When the competition is going after the “new” thing, ...READ»
Often our clients ask us: how do we know if we are an innovative organization and how can we measure if we are improving? Based on our experience practicing, teaching, and consulting in Innovation Management, we developed an ...READ»
Marcel Wanders talked about the fairy tale that informed the design of the new Mondrian Hotel in Miami, and the fear he has to face down every time he begins a new project. John Maeda spoke of design's hidden return on investment -- ...READ»
As I wrap up my study of ePrize, I wanted to share more from my interview with Josh Linkner, CEO and founder of ePrize. I was impressed by his dedication to finding new innovations. The company is leaps and bounds ahead of its closest ...READ»
Hi,
I am managing a programme called Alstom collaborative Way. I’d like to get a dialogue about it. Today, tools exist for and success stories are already starting to come through.
Today the next steps is to manage ...READ»
I've become a huge fan of illustrator Hugh McLeod of http://www.gapingvoid.com lately. I know, I know, so has everyone else. What I want to say here is that web 2.0/social media isn't just about the buzzing crowd, coffee-swilling ...READ»
Yesterday I began my inspection of ePrize’s continued dominance in the internet promotional marketing industry. I found that its current market share is directly related to the foundation and creation of the company.
Force a ...READ»
We would like to briefly share key lessons from the bestselling book, The Seeds of Innovation. From our experience conducting research, teaching, practicing, and consulting in Innovation Management for over 20 years, we see that ...READ»
To all those who participated in the Fast Company, Technology Group Call-In: Next Generation Interaction: Are Virtual Worlds Waiting in the Wings?
I’m working on the transcript with the aid and assistance of Sherri Smith of ...READ»
The interactive promotional company ePrize is under siege by a uniformed group of attackers from their archrival, Slither. Except Slither is a competitor fabricated by ePrize’s management to keep this innovative company on its toes and leaning forward.READ»
