Tag Archives: open innovation

Don’t You Want 17% Growth in Earnings ?

Posted on November 10, 2015 by Steve

I am frequently asked, “Why should my company adopt Open Innovation?” My new response will be, “Don’t you want 17% growth in earnings each year.” Let me explain.

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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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Time your Tweets for Maximum Impact

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Steve

When you Tweet has a big impact on how effectively you get your message across. If you’re organising a Tweet campaign you have to think about your tatget audience. Ask yourself when they will be most receptive to the message … Continue reading →

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