Tag Archives: network

The Five Innovation Myths That Destroy Big Companies

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Steve

Nokia is seen as a company that was innovative but is in decline. It was the company that made cell phones fashion accessories. In 2008 it had a 40% share of the global mobile phone market. Today it has just … Continue reading →

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Your Adjacent Possible – It’s Bigger Than You Think

Posted on June 23, 2013 by Steve

Why didn’t  Leonardo da Vinci invent the helicopter? In the 1480’s he drew a vertical flight machine. His notebooks reveal that he built small models of it. So why wasn’t he the first person to make a helicopter?

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Loose Connections Stimulate Innovation

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Steve

How many friends do you have? How many acquaintances and contacts? 5, 50, 150, more? Often innovation is about making unexpected connections. A diverse network of contacts increases our chances of making these connections. Your network is a great asset … Continue reading →

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Creativity is a Feeling

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Steve

Have you read Making is Connecting by David Gauntlett? It’s a great book about creative collaboration and how this enhances creativity, creates a sense of community and improves individual happiness. If you are interested in creativity, collaboration and change I’d … Continue reading →

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Enterprise Social Networks: Build It and They Will Come (Maybe)

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Steve

Enterprise social networks (like Yammer or Jive) are great for sharing information, having conversations and developing ideas. I seen a number of businesses implement enterprise social networks. I know that some of them have been disappointed with the outcomes. They’ve … Continue reading →

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