Career management lessons from Friends
Making the most of even the most marginal opportunities.
Why CEOs should watch the classic movie The Man in the White Suit
The 1951 film, about to debut as a play, has much to teach us about the hazards of innovation.September 4, 2019 by Daniel AkstWhy cool technology sometimes flops
Certain inventions show us that it doesn’t matter how amazing an innovation is if no one needs it.August 30, 2019 by Kevin ManeyWhy your customers should be central to your innovation efforts
Ditching the “science fair” mentality toward innovation will help transform ideas into commercial reality.August 13, 2019 by Vicki Huff EckertTo strengthen innovation, make sure every voice is heard
Companies should be as process-driven about disruptive ideas as they are about other aspects of business.August 5, 2019 by Josh LevsA new view of the fortune at the bottom of the digital pyramid
In The Next Billion Users, Payal Arora reports that the global poor have similar digital motivations to everyone else.July 24, 2019 by Theodore KinniRelated tags: book reviews, digital technologies, digital trends, globalization, innovation, technology, technology booksA winning effort
In his new book, Neil Irwin finds that people who succeed in management careers do so by trying new things, learning from failures, and embracing changes in direction.July 11, 2019 by Mark GimeinThe catalytic co-investor: How Siemens US keeps R&D alive
Barbara Humpton, US CEO of one of the largest and oldest engineering firms in the world, talks about continuous innovation, the future of AI, and the societal aspects of technology.July 10, 2019 by Michelle GerdesRelated tags: 3d printing, artificial intelligence, automation, ceo, engineering, industry 4.0, innovation, internet of things, technology2019 summer reading: 10 business books
A selection of books perfect for your commute — or the beach.July 1, 2019Related tags: book reviews, engagement, human resources, innovation, management, personal developmentHow to build disruptive strategic flywheels
Gaming, artificial intelligence, and deep learning are paving the way for dynamic and resilient 21st-century business models.June 24, 2019 by Sundar Subramanian and Anand RaoEnsuring trust in an age of digital banking
Johan Torgeby, CEO of Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (SEB), one of the biggest Nordic banks, explains how trust and technology must form the foundations of banking in the digital world.June 12, 2019 by Peter Nyllinge and Henrik OlssonRelated tags: banking, data analytics, digital banking trends, digital banking trends, fintechs, innovation, mobile paymentsWhy cryptocurrency’s not quite ready for takeoff
There’s an innovative sweet spot known as the “adjacent possible” that new technologies need to hit before they can soar.June 7, 2019 by Kevin ManeyDiving into deep learning
In their new book on what makes high schools work, education experts Jal Mehta and Sarah Fine offer vital lessons for business leaders as well.June 6, 2019 by Chana R. SchoenbergerCompeting for consumers in driverless cars
Once drivers become passengers, a new “fifth-screen” economy focused on the in-car experience will flourish.June 4, 2019 by Felix KuhnertRelated tags: car design, customer experience, economy, entertainment, innovation, productivity, technologyWhy office spaces should include Wi‑Fi‑enabled buses
As traffic gets worse and commuting times lengthen, companies could improve productivity and employees’ well-being by providing dedicated transit.May 20, 2019 by Josh LevsUncovering the hidden talent on your staff
Worried about a skills gap? CEOs can try these strategies to find the employees who have what it takes to transform a business.April 26, 2019 by Vicki Huff EckertMission critical
Economist Mariana Mazzucato explains how solving society’s toughest problems starts with rethinking how value is created and innovation is incentivized.April 24, 2019 by Deborah UngerLarge businesses don’t have to be lousy innovators
In his new book, Harvard Business School prof Gary Pisano offers senior leaders a three-part solution to the innovation challenge.April 11, 2019 by Theodore KinniRelated tags: book reviews, culture, innovation, innovation books, innovation leadership, innovation strategy, innovation successWhat is an office for?
The rise of remote working is making companies more focused on the spaces they create to bring people together.April 2, 2019 by Linda Rodriguez McRobbieDesigning for economic inclusion
Products that resonate best with consumers at the bottom of the pyramid are those designed with an understanding of their aspirations and needs.March 27, 2019 by Deepa PrahaladRelated tags: consumers, design, global markets, global perspective, inclusion, innovation, innovatorsLeadership lessons from a guitar hero
What the business world can learn about career success and longevity from rock virtuoso Jeff Beck.March 19, 2019 by Theodore KinniRelated tags: biographies, career development, ceo, entertainment, innovation, leadership, technologyMasters of the middle-market universe
The midsized companies in the U.S. that grow the fastest understand their strong suits and play their hands accordingly.March 13, 2019 by Thomas A. Stewart and Jeannette R. GatchellStrategy Talk: How to Help Your Team Get More Creative
Leaders should draw on the past to spark ideas that are both novel and practical.February 6, 2019 by Ken FavaroSaving Lives with High-Tech Underwear
Health sensors that are built into people’s daily lives (and attire) could help researchers address many types of life-threatening crises.January 29, 2019 by Kevin ManeyRelated tags: data, healthcare, healthcare innovation, health crisis, innovation, technology, technology and healthIs AI the Next Frontier for National Competitive Advantage?
Businesses should get involved as governments devise national AI strategies to encourage innovation, protect citizens, and compete globally. See also “2019 AI Predictions: 7 Trends You Can’t Afford to Ignore.”January 22, 2019 by Anand RaoRelated tags: algorithms and strategy, artificial intelligence, automation, data, innovation, regulation
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