Forget Brainstorming. Use Painstorming for breakthrough innovation.
(Download the Painstorming Template) Most brainstorms fall far short of breakthroughs. Painstorming provides the focus and insight to leapfrog to…
(Download the Painstorming Template) Most brainstorms fall far short of breakthroughs. Painstorming provides the focus and insight to leapfrog to…
When FastCompany published 6 Ways to Create a Culture of Innovation, within the first few days the article received thousands…
Today I spoke to over 100 executives as part of the American Society of Association Executives Leadership Forum. The venue:…
All companies, whether they’re successful with innovation or not, have one thing in common: they have their own “personalities.” These…
Sustained competitive advantage comes from innovating how we innovate. That’s the essence of real innovation. In the past, new products…
Stop Drinking the Bath Water The last couple of weeks have been far from restful for me. Two weeks ago…
A Lesson in the Status Quo, Risk-Taking, and the Gray Areas of Life and Business The other day, I received…
Last week I had the good fortune of having my book Leapfrogging published as a “Manifesto” by 800-CEO-READ. Here’s a…
The New Year brings about resolutions to redefine the status quo. It’s usually an individual endeavor focused on fitness, relationships,…
What Types of Questions Push Thinking and Inspire Innovation? Pushing thinking to find breakthroughs and innovate is as much about…
Why do we avoid uncertainty and surprise? Most leaders avoid uncertainty. Most organizations hate surprises. It makes sense. Predictability and…
What are the leadership competencies for disruptive innovation? Disruptive innovation is no longer the exception, it’s the rule. Just look…