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Step into the world of relentless creativity with the Killer Innovations Podcast, hosted by Phil McKinney. Since 2005, it has carved its niche in history as the longest-running podcast. Join the community of innovators, designers, creatives, entrepreneurs, and visionaries who are constantly pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo. Discover the power of thinking differently and taking risks to achieve success. The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including innovation, technology, business, leadership, creativity, design, and more. Every episode is not just talk; it's about taking action and implementing strategies to help you become a successful innovator. Each episode provides...

Tesla vs Edison: The Innovation Methods That Changed The World

On a stormy night in the 1880s, two men were working relentlessly to shape the future of electricity. In Menlo Park, Thomas Edison meticulously tested another filament variation for his electric light, documenting every failure in his growing logbook. Across New York, Nikola Tesla paced frantically, visualizing complete rotating magnetic fields in his mind, spotting design flaws before touching a single tool. One man built success through relentless iteration, the other through pristine mental s

Mar 4, • 17:38

How To Think Like Thomas Edison

In 1878, gas lamp manufacturers celebrated their dominance, believing their industry was untouchable. But in a small workshop in Menlo Park, Thomas Edison made a bold declaration: he would create an electric light so revolutionary that it would make gas lamps obsolete. The press mocked him. Experts dismissed him. Even some of his colleagues doubted him. But 18 months later, Edison unveiled the first practical incandescent light bulb, forever changing the world. What set Edison apart wasn't just

Feb 25, • 24:56

How To Think Like Nicola Tesla

Picture this: A man stands in a dusty Colorado laboratory, surrounded by crackling electrical arcs illuminating the night sky. While others might flinch at the raw power, Nicola Tesla, sketching in his notebook, remains unfazed. He isn’t just observing—he’s envisioning the future of wireless energy, mentally simulating systems with perfect clarity before ever building a prototype. His thinking process wasn’t just innovative—it was revolutionary. But what if you could think like Nicola Tesla? Wh

Feb 18, • 21:21

Building an Innovation Studio Part 2

Ever wondered what it takes to build a space that sparks creativity and enables innovation? I've been on a journey transforming my studio from a simple podcast recording room into a full-fledged innovation workspace, and I'm excited to share the progress with you. Five months ago, we embarked on a complete teardown and reconstruction. While we missed our January completion target, the transformation has been remarkable. We've installed hardwood flooring (goodbye, dust allergies!), added profess

Feb 11, • 17:04

The 90-Second Rule

Ever wondered why simple decisions feel like defusing a bomb? In this week's episode, we unpack the 90-Second Rule – a game-changing approach to conquering decision paralysis that's transforming how top performers work. Did you know you lose an average of 37 minutes overthinking each important decision? Multiply that by dozens of decisions per day, and you're wasting weeks of your life each year to mental paralysis. But what if you could make better decisions in just 90 seconds? We dive deep in

Feb 4, • 13:36

Why Google’s Innovation Strategy is Failing

Google spends over $45 billion on R&D a year, yet its graveyard of failed innovations keeps growing – Google+, Glass, Stadia, and countless others. But here's the surprising truth: this pattern isn't unique to Google. Even with unlimited resources and top talent, tech giants struggle to innovate alone. The era of solo innovation is dead. Consider this: in 1985, breakthrough innovations required input from 2-3 organizations. Today, that number has exploded to 15-20 organizations for cutting-edge

Jan 28, • 19:36

Consume Less to Create More

Ever notice how you can spend hours scrolling through “inspiration” but end up feeling creatively drained? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode, we dive into a counterintuitive truth about creativity that could transform how you generate ideas and solve problems. What if I told you that the secret to unlocking your creativity isn't about consuming more content, but less? That by creating intentional gaps in your constant consumption of social media, articles, and “inspiration,” you cou

Jan 21, • 12:20

What Nokia, Kodak, and Blockbuster All Missed: The Groupthink Factor

It was a quiet moment in a Nokia conference room that would eventually cost $100 billion. An engineer stood nervously, holding a prototype of a full touchscreen phone. The response from management? “Interesting, but that's not how phones work.” This dismissal highlighted the absence of the groupthink factor—a unified vision that could have driven innovation. One year later, Apple launched the iPhone, and Nokia‘s dominance began to crumble. Around the same time, in a Blockbuster boardroom, execu

Jan 7, • 42:32

15 Innovation Jobs That Don’t Require a Degree

What if the biggest predictor of success in innovation wasn't what everyone thinks? Our research tracking 1,000+ innovation professionals revealed a shocking truth about who succeeds in this high-paying field – and it's not what you'd expect. In this episode, we break down 15 innovation careers that are transforming industries, with salaries ranging from $70k to $400k+. But here's what makes this guide different: we're not just giving you job titles and salaries. We reveal the actual personalit

Dec 31, 2024 • 42:40

The Experimenter Mindset

Why do some innovators bounce back stronger from every setback?  In this episode, we dive into the fascinating story of a product demo that literally burst into flames in front of a potential investor – and how that spectacular failure led to three groundbreaking patents. The key? Something called the experimenter mindset. It's a powerful approach used by leading innovators that completely transforms how we view outcomes. Instea

Dec 17, 2024 • 21:53

How to Be a Professional Innovator

In poker, strategies divide professionals and amateurs. A professional poker player participates in only 15% of hands, while amateurs engage far more recklessly. This principle applies to innovation as well. To stand out as a professional innovator, you must move beyond enthusiasm and adopt a disciplined, strategic approach to managing ideas and resources. The Traits of a Professional Innovator Professional innovators understand that success lies not in chasing every idea but in executing the r

Dec 10, 2024 • 11:41

How To Build An Explorer Mindset

Want to know why some people get excited about uncertainty while others run from it? It's all about having an explorer mindset. Think of it as having the ability to see opportunities where others only see obstacles. In this episode, I share how history's greatest innovators transformed uncertainty into their superpower – from ancient mariners charting unknown waters to modern entrepreneurs reshaping entire industries. The best part? You can tap into these same patterns of thinking.

Dec 3, 2024 • 21:15

How to Build a Success Mindset

Your brain often lies to you about what’s possible. Success isn’t just about skills, connections, or even luck. The real differentiator is your mindset—the internal operating system that drives how you interpret challenges and opportunities. Developing a success mindset isn’t about forced positivity or empty mantras; it’s about reshaping the way your brain processes the world, making success a possibility and a consistent outcome. The Hidden Architecture of Achievement Consider two people with

Nov 26, 2024 • 15:38

How I Got My First Job in Innovation

When people ask how to land their first job in innovation, my story always surprises them. It wasn’t about finding the perfect job posting or waiting for an opportunity to knock. Instead, I created my opportunity. In 1992, I worked for a small company in Urbana-Champaign, Illinois, when Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) acquired it. The transition opened a unique door for me to carve out a role that set the foundation for my career in innovation. Creating My Opportunity I was the Director of

Nov 19, 2024 • 6:43

My Meeting With Elon Musk: Innovate Like A 5-Year-Old

When I walked into Elon Musk's office at Tesla in 2011, I knew I was about to see something remarkable, but I couldn't have predicted how mind-opening the experience would be. Elon Musk, known for revolutionizing industries through SpaceX and Tesla, has a way of questioning the world that feels almost childlike—but not in the way you might think. He roots his approach to problem-solving not an extensive knowledge of past achievements but by tackling challenges like a 5-year-old, unafraid to ask

Nov 12, 2024 • 18:59

Einstein’s Innovation Secret Exposed

Albert Einstein once famously said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge.” This quote isn't just a glimpse into his genius and a revelation of the secret behind his groundbreaking discoveries. While his contemporaries were focused on scientific data and equations, Einstein's innovation secret lay in his ability to visualize complex concepts like riding alongside a beam of light or imagining the fabric of space-time warping. He proved that imagination could lead to some of the most revol

Nov 5, 2024 • 20:27

A Model Career in Innovation

In the world of technology and innovation, building a model career often means evolving with industry changes, embracing risks, and showing resilience. Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with Nimrod Ben-Natan, CEO of Harmonic, whose career path is a true model for success in innovation. Starting as a software developer in the mid-90s, Nimrod has led Harmonic through groundbreaking advancements in network virtualization and broadband. Here, he shares his journey and advice for aspiring i

Oct 29, 2024 • 37:02

Thinking About Your Thinking Process – Metacognition

Have you ever stopped to think about how you think? It may sound odd at first, but this process, known as metacognition, is one of the most powerful tools we have for improving our mental abilities. Metacognition is the act of being aware of your thoughts and thinking patterns, helping you understand how you process information and fine-tune those processes to become more effective. This article will explore advanced techniques for improving your metacognitive abilities and discuss why these sk

Oct 22, 2024 • 15:52

How to Stop Being Mentally Weak

Mental strength isn't just for high achievers; it's something we can all build. The first step to stopping being mentally weak is recognizing that mental strength doesn't mean never feeling fear or doubt. Instead, it's about pushing past these feelings to achieve your best. Let's dive into three strategies to break free from mental weakness and get on track to mental resilience. Understanding Mental Weakness Mental weakness is more about self-sabotage than skill or intelligence. It's that whisp

Oct 15, 2024 • 12:24

Navigating the New Frontier of Innovation

Innovation isn't a solo act. It's about finding the right people to journey with, blending skills, and creating a foundation built on trust and shared goals. At the recent Tech Expo, I sat down with my best friend and long-time partner, Harry Beane. We've shared years of collaboration, including launching Omnipoint—the first GSM mobile carrier in the U.S., now known as T-Mobile—and Teligent, the first point-to-multipoint carrier in the U.S., which expanded to 12 countries. Working with Harry tau

Oct 8, 2024 • 36:21

How to Improve Your Design Thinking Skills

What do Apple's first mouse, the stand-up toothpaste tube, and the Palm V PDA have in common? They were all products of design thinking, a methodology that drives innovation and creativity to solve complex problems. Companies like IDEO, a leading expert in design thinking, have revolutionized product development and set the standard for innovation. But how do you cultivate the skills that led to such breakthroughs? Anyone can learn and practice design thinking skills, and they offer a powerful

Oct 1, 2024 • 25:42

Building Innovation Confidence: Tips and Tricks

Innovation confidence is a crucial mindset for anyone looking to excel in today's fast-paced world. The perfect blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and adaptability allows you to approach challenges with fresh perspectives. Whether aiming for personal growth or professional success, building innovation and confidence can make all the difference. This episode explores actionable tips and tricks to help you develop and enhance your confidence. What is Innovation Confidence? At its core, inno

Sep 24, 2024 • 20:11

How Innovators Think: Key Traits Revealed

Innovation is at the heart of transformation, and understanding how innovators think can unlock the potential for groundbreaking progress. Innovators don't just come up with ideas; they embody a mindset that fosters curiosity, resilience, and adaptability. By examining the core elements of the innovator's mindset, we can better understand the actions and attitudes that drive them toward success. The Innovator's Mindset The first thing to recognize about innovator’s mindset is their ability to c

Sep 17, 2024 • 16:15

Mastering the Role of Chief Innovation Officer (CINO)

The role of a Chief Innovation Officer (CINO) has become increasingly critical in today's fast-paced business landscape. As a relatively new member of the C-suite, the CINO serves as the driving force behind transformation and progress. However, this position is often fraught with challenges, with many CINOs having a brief tenure of fewer than two years. To succeed, one must navigate opportunities and obstacles with eyes wide open, understanding the key responsibilities of this innovative leader

Sep 10, 2024 • 20:11

Innovation Lab vs. Innovation Studio – What is the Difference?

With innovation fast-evolving, the terms innovation lab and innovation studio are often thrown around interchangeably, especially in Silicon Valley. However, despite their seemingly similar purposes, these two entities serve distinct roles in the journey from idea to implementation. Understanding their nuances can help organizations choose the right approach for their goals. What is an Innovation Studio? Ideas take shape in an innovation studio and become tangible products or services. Studios

Sep 3, 2024 • 11:03

How to Build Your Innovation Studio

Creating an innovation studio is essential for fostering creativity, developing ideas, and transforming concepts into reality. Whether you're an inventor, a designer, or a creative professional, having a dedicated space for your work is crucial. In this episode, we'll walk you through building your innovation studio, inspired by my experience setting up a multifunctional space that caters to various aspects of innovation. The Importance of a Dedicated Space Your innovation studio doesn't need t

Aug 20, 2024 • 14:42

How To Prioritize Time Off To Boost Your Creativity and Innovation

In today's fast-paced world, taking breaks is often underestimated. However, prioritizing time off is crucial to boost creativity and innovation. This simple yet effective strategy can significantly enhance productivity and lead to groundbreaking ideas. The Importance of Disconnecting During a two-week vacation with my family, I experienced firsthand the benefits of being completely disconnected from work. The trip, which included a cruise to Alaska, provided a much-needed digital detox. By avo

Jul 30, 2024 • 12:28

How Travel Impacted Our Family and My Career

Travel has always played a pivotal role in shaping my career and family life. During a recent podcast episode, I shared how travel influenced us unexpectedly. Here's a deeper dive into how embracing travel transformed our experiences and led to numerous opportunities. Travel and Family: Creating Lifelong Memories Our journey with travel began with a desire to combine work with family time. My wife and I decided to homeschool our children starting in 1987, which allowed us the flexibility to tak

Jul 16, 2024 • 12:25

Worst Career Advice I’ve Ever Received

The worst career advice I have ever received led me down a path that failed to result in success. Early in my career, I was advised to chase jobs based on salary and stability, with voices telling me to work for big, secure companies. However, I quickly learned there were better moves than prioritizing finances over family, personal growth, and gaining new experiences. Chasing Salary and Stability Many well-meaning people advised me to focus on jobs with the highest salary and the most stable e

Jul 9, 2024 • 17:16

Best Career Advice Ever Received

During a recent lunch with interns, I shared the best career advice I ever received. Bob Davis, my mentor who hired me for my first job as a software programmer, imparted wisdom that has guided my career trajectory. Bob saw my potential and advised me to build more than technical skills. He moved me through various departments: IT, marketing, finance, and sales. Each rotation lasted six months, giving me insights into how different parts of the organization worked and how to communicate with non

Jul 2, 2024 • 13:11

Mapping Out Your Innovation Career Path

A well-defined career path is crucial for anyone aspiring to establish a successful career in innovation. The rapidly evolving landscape of innovation jobs demands a strategy to navigate its complexities effectively. An innovation career path is a roadmap clarifying the progression and milestones necessary to achieve your professional goals. It helps you identify the critical skills and experiences required at each stage, stay aligned with industry trends, and facilitate continuous growth and le

Jun 25, 2024 • 28:15

How To Start a Career in Innovation

A career in innovation means positioning yourself at the forefront of change, constantly seeking new ideas and approaches to solve problems and create value. It involves a continuous improvement mindset and a willingness to challenge the status quo. Innovators drive progress by blending creativity, analytical thinking, and a deep understanding of emerging trends and technologies. However, innovation is not just about developing new ideas; it also requires turning them into tangible results. Ass

Jun 18, 2024 • 31:56

Mastering Inspirational Thinking Skills

Have you ever felt stuck staring at a blank page, struggling to find the spark to ignite your next great idea? Inspirational thinking skills often trigger that elusive moment where everything clicks, and your creativity flows effortlessly. These skills are the secret sauce behind groundbreaking innovations and the driving force that can turn mundane tasks into exciting opportunities. Imagine tapping into a wellspring of limitless possibilities, where your mind can explore new territories and sol

Jun 11, 2024 • 33:07

Mastering Systems Thinking Skills

This episode is the fourth in a series on mastering creative thinking skills. We delve into an exciting topic that could revolutionize how you tackle problems: Systems Thinking. By the end of this article, you'll understand how to use systems thinking to solve complex problems like a pro. Trust me, this will be a game changer for your creativity and problem-solving skills. Introduction to Systems Thinking In our modern world, brimming with complex challenges and intricate dynamics, the natural

Jun 4, 2024 • 30:58

Mastering Aesthetic Thinking Skills

Welcome back to the Innovators Studio. Today is the third episode in our five-part series on Mastering Creative Thinking Skills. In this episode, we dive into aesthetic thinking and its role in your creative process. Have you ever wondered why some things look cool and make you feel good? I’m here to break it down for you and show you how to apply aesthetic thinking to your creative projects. Trust me, once you start thinking aesthetically, you’ll never look at things the same way again. Stick a

May 28, 2024 • 38:08

Mastering Convergent Thinking Skills

This episode is the second in a series on mastering creative thinking skills. Today, we are focusing on convergent thinking. Convergent thinking sharpens your mind, focusing creativity toward finding not just any solution but the most effective one. Master it, and you turn challenges into opportunities, blending analysis with imagination to unlock unparalleled potential. What is Convergent Thinking? Convergent thinking turns the chaos of ideas into the clarity of innovation. It's not just about

May 21, 2024 • 21:21

Mastering Divergent Thinking Skills

Today marks the beginning of a series of episodes introducing you to five creative thinking skills. Future episodes will explore each skill's background, steps, application, and examples. In this episode, we'll explore how mastering divergent thinking skills can transform your life, turning obstacles into opportunities and making the impossible seem possible. Remember to subscribe so you don't miss out on any upcoming episodes. Let's get started. The Power of Divergent Thinking Harnessing the p

May 14, 2024 • 24:15

Mastering Creative Thinking Skills

Are you ready to unleash your full creative potential and take your innovation skills to new heights? In today's fast-paced world, creativity and innovation are essential for success. That's why I'm excited to launch a new series on “Mastering Creative Thinking Skills.” This series will explore techniques to help you become a better problem solver and idea generator. Remember, creativity is not limited to a select few; it's a skill anyone can learn and hone over time with practice. Exploring Cr

May 7, 2024 • 12:29

5 Steps to Overcoming Creative Block

The creative process often seems elusive, with the best ideas striking at the most unexpected moments. That magical spark can be exhilarating when an idea materializes seemingly out of nowhere. But how do you harness that creative energy at will rather than waiting for it to strike spontaneously? Many would argue it's impossible, blaming their struggles on the creative block. However, overcoming creative block is achievable and more straightforward than you imagine. In the following sections, I'

Apr 30, 2024 • 19:53

80 Attempts at Innovation by Acquisition: Lessons Learned

In the competitive landscape of business, innovation isn't just a buzzword; it's the driving force that fuels growth, sustains relevance, and pushes companies into the future. While many organizations focus on cultivating innovation from within, there's an alternative path that's often overlooked—innovation by acquisition. During my decade-long stint as CTO at HP, I was front and center for over 80 acquisitions, all in pursuit of innovation by acquisition. These experiences ranged from roaring s

Apr 23, 2024 • 33:00

STOP Performing Innovation Theatre

The term “innovation theatre” has become increasingly prevalent in today's competitive landscape. It refers to the superficial acts organizations undertake to appear innovative without genuinely committing to the hard work of genuine innovation. This misleading facade often leads to wasted resources, missed opportunities, and damaged reputations. So, how can you spot this illusion, and what can you do to foster real innovation? Misleading Motivations Innovation theatre stems from a desire for q

Apr 16, 2024 • 29:46

How to Shift from Monotonous Thinking to Creative Thinking

In an age of constant change, we cannot overstate the value of adaptability and innovation. Yet, many of us find ourselves entrenched in a pattern of repetitive thinking, relying on familiar approaches to navigate the complexities of life. However, there exists a transformative alternative: creative thinking. This article explores the power of creative thinking and provides insights into how to cultivate this invaluable skill. Understanding Monotonous Thinking Monotonous thinking, akin to trave

Apr 9, 2024 • 18:40

How To Handle Rejection of Your Idea

Experiencing rejection of your idea can feel like a punch to the gut. Whether it's a proposal, a suggestion, or criticism, the initial sting can be hard to shake off. But rejection isn't the end—it's an opportunity for growth and improvement. Personal Experience 92% of people give up on their dreams after facing rejection only once. Yet, it's this very challenge that has the power to refine our visions and propel us towards achieving greatness. We've all been there. Rejection hurts, but it's no

Apr 2, 2024 • 12:46

6 Most Common Thinking Mistakes Holding You Back

I've been reflecting a lot lately about common thinking mistakes. Yes, you heard me right. It's a bit of a mind-bender. But trust me, this is going to be worth your while. We all have unique ways of perceiving the world. Sometimes, however, these perspectives can lead us astray. We may fall victim to thinking mistakes that impede our growth and success. Today, I want to unveil the six most common thinking mistakes that hinder people's progress. Removing these pitfalls can enhance your decision-

Mar 19, 2024 • 16:57

How To Improve Your Critical Thinking Skills

In a world brimming with information and endless arguments, developing the art of critical thinking is not just advantageous—it's a necessity. By the end of this episode, you will wield a powerful toolkit that unlocks a new level of understanding and problem-solving capability, transforming how you approach challenges, debates, and decisions. Elevating your critical thinking skills enhances influence and reveals how to see beyond the surface of presented information. What is Critical Thinking?

Mar 12, 2024 • 22:04

7 Innovations Accelerating The Technological Singularity

Envision a world on the precipice of a profound transformation, driven by seven unprecedented innovations, poised to revolutionize every aspect of society. This shift, approaching a technological singularity, carries immense responsibility and high stakes for current and future generations. Our technological prowess is unrivaled. From the simplest inventions to the most complex machines, we have continually pushed the limits of what is possible. But as our capabilities grow exponentially, a loo

Mar 5, 2024 • 14:08

The Art of Selecting an Innovation Mentor

Navigating the intricate realm of innovation is akin to sailing without a map, a challenging endeavor. That's where the invaluable role of an innovation mentor comes into play, acting as a guiding force. Picture them as friends always armed with the best advice, guiding you through launching your venture, shaking things up at work, or bringing your ideas to life. They serve as a reliable beacon, lighting the way and steering you through rough waters. The Role of an Innovation Mentor Discovering

Feb 27, 2024 • 16:48

Unlocking the Door to Innovation

Embarking on becoming an innovation consultant is an adventure fraught with challenges and opportunities. The question that often arises is: What kind of experience does diving into the depths of innovation consulting require? Breaking into this highly competitive field necessitates a blend of academic knowledge and real-world practice. Still, the pathway is less about a set timeframe and the rich experiences gained, opening the door to innovation. The Power of Apprenticeship: Learning by Doing

Feb 20, 2024 • 12:56

Startup Stories: Resactly’s AI Meets Gastronomy

In the convergence of gastronomy and technology, Fisayo Oluwadiya stands at the forefront, embodying the fusion of engineering, culinary artistry, and entrepreneurship. This week, our conversation delves into her brainchild, Resactly, a pioneering AI-powered restaurant recommendation system that promises to reshape how we navigate the culinary landscape. A Palatable Blend of Passions Fisayo, an engineer, food writer, and entrepreneur, breaks the mold of a conventional techie. She ingeniously in

Feb 13, 2024 • 42:33

Spotting Fake Innovation Consultants

In the ever-evolving realm of innovation, a troubling trend is emerging—the rise of self-proclaimed experts with credentials as insubstantial as the pages of the very innovation books they often quote. This prompts us to question whether an individual can genuinely be considered an expert in a multifaceted field based solely on theoretical knowledge or if authentic, hands-on experience is the true differentiator. This discussion inevitably leads us to scrutinize the credibility and legitimacy of

Feb 6, 2024 • 11:19

7 Secrets to Innovation Success

Laws exist to keep some form of order or control such as the traffic laws we follow to avoid chaos as we drive around. There are a variety of laws that exist. Scientific laws are laws that we can test and prove, and we can reconfirm that the law still applies. An example would be the law of gravity that always exists. There are also other kinds of laws that we use in the context of business terms. In this case, those laws are observed and validated over extended periods of time. We can test the

Jan 30, 2024 • 17:18

Exploring the Future of Home Automation with OliverIQ’s Will West and Eric Smith

During CES 2024, the innovative products and concepts on display showed the exciting future of technology. OliverIQ debuted to the public with its unique home automation platform. This versatile solution streamlines the process of turning your home “smart.” Founders Will West, and Eric Smith presented OliverIQ as a solution that turns connectivity across devices into a service that caters to those looking to use technology as a helpful addition to their homes. In this episode, we delve into how

Jan 23, 2024 • 43:59

2024 Innovation and Trends to Watch

The world of innovation is wildly fascinating and constantly developing. At the CES conference in Las Vegas, some of innovation's biggest names display their newest creations for the world to see. The fact that any one of these creations could develop into a groundbreaking innovation with global reach is exciting. This year, innovations varied from entertainment to transportation, with predicted tech trends affecting inventions in all these areas. Standout Innovations TVs and display screens co

Jan 16, 2024 • 18:29

The Number 1 Reason Teams Fail at Innovation

Although failure is sometimes necessary for innovation, failure is an experience that companies and organizations can avoid by understanding the reasons behind it. Poor ideas and poor execution can cause an innovation project failure. But what causes teams to make these mistakes in the first place? And how can companies best avoid these mistakes? By discouraging groupthink and encouraging strong problem comprehension, companies and organizations can experience successful innovation. Effect of G

Jan 9, 2024 • 11:42

Leading Through Uncertainty: Innovation Leadership in Time of Crisis

In today's fast-paced world, change is the only constant. The volatility of the stock market, sudden changes in the workforce due to automation, or shifts in consumer behavior due to evolving technologies have thrown individuals and organizations into an era of uncertainty. It feels like we've been thrust onto a roller coaster ride, experiencing exhilarating highs, terrifying lows, and unexpected turns at every corner. Yet, amidst this uncertainty, we find the most exceptional leaders rising. T

Dec 12, 2023 • 27:31

Einstein’s Secret to Effective Problem-Solving

Albert Einstein once said, “If I had an hour to solve a problem, I'd spend 55 minutes thinking about the problem and five minutes thinking about solutions.” This quote is more than just a clever remark; it encapsulates a fundamental truth about problem-solving that many overlook. It emphasizes the importance of deeply understanding a problem before attempting to solve it. So, what's the difference between understanding and deeply understanding a problem? Simply put, understanding a problem mean

Dec 5, 2023 • 21:37

When Innovation Stagnates: The Consequences of Slowing Research and Innovation

Imagine a world where people never invented the wheel and were unaware of the phenomenon of fire. Or, more relatable to our modern era, a world without the internet. These inventions, both ancient and modern, were all birthed from the womb of research and innovation. But what happens when this life-giving flow of ideas slows down or stops? What are the consequences when corporations and governments, constrained by budgets and funding, decide to pull back on their research and innovation investm

Nov 28, 2023 • 23:34

How To Unleash Your Creative Imagination

Have you ever found yourself lost in your thoughts, daydreaming, or ideating without barriers? That's your creative imagination at work! Creative imagination is an incredible power within us—it can manifest our hopes, dreams, and aspirations. Unleashing the power of our creative imagination can be the key to realizing our personal and professional goals. What is Creative Imagination? Creative imagination is our ability to form mental images, concepts, and ideas that are unique and original. It

Nov 21, 2023 • 30:43

Bridging the Digital Divide with Innovation and Connectivity

In one of the most insightful episodes of Killer Innovations, I had the pleasure of hosting Mark Tubinis from Veea. Our conversation revolved around bridging the digital divide with cable technology, particularly in Panama. Mark passionately shared his experiences, recounting how people, for the first time, could use the internet from devices other than just mobile phones. Witnessing this transformation was profoundly moving. We explored the challenges and opportunities in creating digital iden

Nov 14, 2023 • 42:42

Exploring The Future of Cable Broadband With Paul Broadhurst

I had the pleasure of interviewing Paul Broadhurst, the President and CEO of the Technetix Group. We met in the mobile studio during SCTE Cable-Tec Expo in Denver, CO. Paul shared his excitement about the growing confidence and support in the cable broadband industry. He particularly emphasized the emergence of new vendors and sponsors at the event, a clear indication of the sector's growth trajectory. One of the main topics we touched upon was DOCSIS 4 and the crucial need for network upgrades

Nov 7, 2023 • 31:13

Calix’s Evolution Through Innovation

In this episode of Killer Innovations, I had the pleasure of speaking with Ken Grelck, SVP of Sales at Calix, about the company's impressive transformation from a hardware-focused organization to a cloud and software-centric business. Ken shed light on how Calix concentrates on improving customer experience, regardless of the size of their network. Their dedication to customer experience is central to their shift toward software-defined networks. Ken and I explored how this transformation has i

Oct 31, 2023 • 37:41

Balancing Innovation and Security in Open-Source Software

Rob Wilmoth from Red Hat joined me in the mobile studio at the 2023 SCTE Cable-Tech Expo, where we delved into numerous discussions on enterprise technology, software customization, open-source security, and innovation. Red Hat, known for its 30-year history, has been instrumental in the enterprise technology landscape. The company's ability to harden, secure, and provide supportability for open-source technology, benefiting customers and contributing to the ecosystem, underlines its integral ro

Oct 24, 2023 • 39:29

The Blame Culture and How It Kills Innovation

Have you ever been present when something has gone wrong, and everyone is quick to assign blame? It's human nature to want to hold someone accountable when there's a failure, but what happens when we let a blame culture take over? The blame culture will stifle creativity and innovation in an organization. When each team member focuses on avoiding responsibility at all costs, there's little room for growth, learning, or experimentation. It discourages individuals from speaking up about potential

Oct 17, 2023 • 29:55

Government and Innovation – Who is Really Pulling the Strings?

As the world becomes more digital and technology-focused, the need for innovation has never been greater. Startups and entrepreneurs drive this innovation, creating solutions to problems that have never been solved before. However, innovation is more than just creating a new product or service – it requires a supportive ecosystem to thrive. This is where the government can play a crucial role. What role should governments play in encouraging, supporting, and growing innovation success? Each of

Oct 10, 2023 • 27:48

Balancing Creativity and Practicality

Creativity and practicality are often two opposing forces in problem-solving and decision-making. On the one hand, we desire to develop innovative ideas and think outside the box. On the other hand, we require practical solutions that we can efficiently implement. However, contrary to popular belief, these two forces do not have to be at odds. When balanced correctly, they can complement each other, leading to even greater success. The Importance of Creativity “Did you know that the human brain

Oct 3, 2023 • 24:13

Achieving Monumental Innovation with Marginal Gains

For years, the British Cycling team was known for their spectacular failure, not winning a single Tour de France for over a century. Then came Dave Brailsford in 2003, who introduced the concept of “marginal gains.” Brailsford believed that by improving every area related to cycling by just 1%, the cumulative gains would lead to significant overall improvement. He focused on a broad range of elements, from the nutrition of the riders to the type of pillow that suited each rider for the best nigh

Sep 26, 2023 • 31:57

Benevolent Innovation – Blending Profit and Purpose

Imagine a tree that grows in the heart of your community. Each branch represents a different innovation. It's not simply content to grow and reach for the sky independently. Instead, it shares its bounty with the community around it. Its fruits provide nourishment, its shade offers comfort, and its roots stabilize the soil. The tree is an apt metaphor for benevolent innovations, which some call social innovations. Benevolent innovations are guided by the philosophy of doing good – aiming to enh

Sep 19, 2023 • 21:47

The Art of Storytelling For Business and Innovation

Storytelling has been a part of human culture since the dawn of time. In ancient times, our ancestors used cave paintings and oral traditions to tell tales of their exploits, the world, and the gods they worshipped. These stories were a way to instill values, pass down history, and maintain cultural identity. As societies evolved, storytelling developed and took different forms: myths, legends, folklore, and literature. The industrial revolution ushered in mass media, enabling stories to be sha

Sep 12, 2023 • 27:36

How Failures Lead to Innovation

In today's society, people often glorify and celebrate success while they avoid failure at all costs and regard it as shameful. However, failure can be an essential part of the innovation process. Many of the world's greatest inventions and breakthroughs have come about due to failure. Why is failure a powerful catalyst for innovation? How can you turn a failure into an innovation that leads to success? The Importance of Failure in Innovation People often regard failure as a negative thing and

Sep 5, 2023 • 20:57

How To Monetize Your Innovation Skills

Steve Jobs once said, “Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.” But can it distinguish between a successful business and a failure? The answer is yes. In this age of cut-throat competition, innovation is key to your success and survival in the market. However, the million-dollar question is how to monetize your innovation skills to turn them into personal and professional success. We understand that turning your passion for innovation into a business can be challenging, but it

Aug 29, 2023 • 23:13

Understanding the Innovation Economy and Its Impact on Our World

As an innovator, you must understand the innovation economy and how your creative work will affect you personally and professionally. The innovation economy, often characterized by rapid technological advancements and digitalization, is emerging as a powerful global force. It represents a shift from traditional industries to more knowledge-based ones, where ideas, innovation, and intellectual capital drive economic growth. Unleash your creativity, for it is the brush that paints the picture of

Aug 22, 2023 • 21:10

Revolutionary Ripples – How Small Innovations Can Create a Big Impact

The world we inhabit is constantly changing. From the technological advances of interconnectivity to the global movements that bring about social change, nothing seems stagnant for long. But often, it's not the sweeping revolutions that move us forward – it's the small, everyday changes that can create a ripple effect and have a big impact on our lives. The Myth of Big Innovations The prevailing belief is that only grand, monumental innovations can orchestrate significant change. This mindset,

Aug 15, 2023 • 25:42

10 Ways to Find New Ideas

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a creative rut, unable to develop fresh ideas? Or maybe you struggle to find inspiration for a new project or task. It can be frustrating and discouraging, but you're not alone. It's easy to fall into a routine and rely on the same old ways to find ideas, but we limit our creative potential by doing so. In this post, we will explore ten uncommon and non-obvious ways to spark your creativity and find new ideas. These techniques can serve as a starting point

Aug 8, 2023 • 24:13

How to Cultivate a Creativity Habit

You've probably heard the saying that ‘Creativity is a muscle.' Like your biceps or triceps, your creative mind needs regular exercise to stay in shape. What exercises will let you build your creative muscle? How do you turn these creativity exercises into a habit that is a routine part of your daily life? For many of us, developing creativity habits can seem overwhelming. Starting Small and Simple Where do you even begin? Research has shown that starting small is the key to creating sustainabl

Aug 1, 2023 • 23:36

Navigating Uncharted Territory with Innovation

Hello, Innovators! Welcome back to another episode of the Killer Innovations podcast. I am so happy to be back in the studio with you today, and I'm excited to give you an update on the show and myself. A few months ago, in February, I had to undergo open heart surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. The surgery was totally unexpected when we went to Florida for Christmas. I have a rare genetic cardiac condition, so I'm under Mayo's care. During my annual check-up, the test showed

Jul 25, 2023 • 12:40

The Best of Killer Innovations: A New Way to Power Up

Continuing our Best of Killer Innovation series, we look at David Su’s innovative solution to the problem of disposable and short-lived battery life and his tips for success that helped him start Atmosic. Being connected has become an essential part of our daily lives. Wireless has made huge strides over the past two decades.  IoT is connecting our world in ways we would have never imagined.  With the growing demand for constant connectivity, one area that needs fine-tuning is battery life.  Al

Jul 18, 2023 • 28:06

The Best of Killer Innovations: Innovations in Customer Support

Continuing our Best of Killer Innovation series, we examine how one creator, Rama Sreenivasan of Blitzz, looked outside the box and created solutions to the hindrances he faced on his innovative journey. When you're in the middle of an important project and equipment fails, you want it fixed fast.  In this week's show, I talk with Blitzz Co-founder Rama Sreenivasan. His company is solving the inefficiencies of tech support.  Blitzz's customer support innovation integrates AI, AR, and live video

Jul 11, 2023 • 28:04

The Best of Killer Innovations: Creating a Disruptive Ideation Workshop

You can learn, practice, and perfect the skill of innovation. To keep the innovation funnel flowing, generating quality ideas is essential. On this week’s Best of Killer Innovation Series, we ask, how do you boost innovation in a team lacking confidence? One practical approach is organizing a disruptive ideation workshop. Let's explore how to create a successful one. Condensed Boot Camp I run an intensive four-day Innovation Boot Camp course a few times yearly. Students often request a condense

Jul 4, 2023 • 30:15

The Best of Killer Innovations: The Art of Innovation Leadership

On this week’s Best of Killer Innovation Series, we analyze qualities that promote strong innovation leadership and will help any organization become a trailblazer in the game. What are the unique skill sets needed for innovation leadership?  We all have a list of what good leadership skills are but what are the unique ones you need to be a true innovation leader?  Today on Killer Innovations, I will discuss what I have found to be the skills needed for successful innovation leadership. Innovat

Jun 27, 2023 • 21:48

The Best of Killer Innovations: Creative Inspiration— From Personal to Professional

Continuing our Best of Killer Innovations Series, we touch on creativity. Below are some ways to get inspired into incorporating creativity into your personal life to benefit your professional success. What's your creative inspiration? Everyone is creative.  Yet some people seem more creative than others.  What do those people have that others might lack?  What's the secret to creativity? This week we talk about finding creative inspiration outside of work.  I'll share my thoughts on what makes

Jun 20, 2023 • 30:06

The Best of Killer Innovations: How to Survive Changing Cycles and Accurately Forecast

Looking at our Best of Killer Innovations Series, we examine the dynamic nature of innovation and how to manage changing cycles best so that you and your ventures can succeed. Today's latest innovation can quickly be replaced with the next best thing tomorrow.  Whether you're a newcomer to innovation or a seasoned innovator, there's something every innovator should know.  How to forecast and survive cycles of innovation.  This week Ray Zinn, longest serving CEO of a publicly traded company in S

Jun 13, 2023 • 28:17

The Best of Killer Innovations: Escaping a Creative Rut – Generating New Ideas

Diving into our Best of Killer Innovation series, we address a common hindrance to innovation: a drought of new ideas. To fix this problem, I’ve developed a simple list of ways to get the creative flow of thoughts circulating back into your organization. When generating ideas, the default answer is to host a brainstorming session.  Are there other ways to create new ideas that are not dependent on traditional brainstorming?  Today on Killer Innovations, I will share the five I use with you. Min

Jun 6, 2023 • 30:00

The Best of Killer Innovations: The Ubiquitous Nature of Innovation

Continuing our Best of Killer Innovations series, we look at one manufacturer's innovative use of resources. This company's story is a testament to how innovation can unexpectedly occur anywhere, with any resource, and at any moment. Innovations' ubiquitous nature is evident in every corner of our rapidly evolving world. We firmly believe in the limitless […]

May 30, 2023 • 34:48

The Best of Killer Innovations: Essential KPIs

Resuming our Best of Killer Innovation Series, we hone in on six categories of essential KPIs that will help you successfully predict and keep track of crucial details that will allow you to run your organization smoothly. This episode addresses questions from listeners on innovation KPIs.  After clocking 12,000 miles in the mobile Innovators Studio, I'm […]

May 23, 2023 • 36:20

The Best of Killer Innovations: 7 Rules to Live By

Sometimes, life surprises us with moments of reflection. I remember vividly having a captivating conversation with a taxi driver. While stuck in traffic on my way to the airport after hosting a South by Southwest meet-up on neural diversity hiring, he curiously asked about the key to my success. His question inspired me to jot […]

May 16, 2023 • 29:45

The Best of Killer Innovations: The Art of Making Ideas Reality

Picking up with our Best of Killer Innovation Series, we delve deeper into the art of making ideas reality by following a proper execution plan. In this episode, we wrap up a series of shows we did on the innovation framework known as FIRE. We will discuss the part of the innovation framework known as execution. Execution is composed of making your best ideas into something tangible. Execution I have used the FIRE (Focus, Ideation, Ranking, Execution) framework for over 20 years, and thousands

May 9, 2023 • 35:31

The Best of Killer Innovations: Six Vital Innovation Skills

Returning to our Best of Killer Innovations series, we kick this week off with a look back at vital innovation skills. This foundation can help beginner and seasoned innovators stay ahead in an evolving world. What innovation skills are needed to create new ideas and products successfully? Many people often find themselves void of creativity […]

May 2, 2023 • 37:39

The Best of Killer Innovations: Key Ingredients for Innovation Success

Resuming our Best of Killer Innovation series, we look at key ingredients to build innovation success for organizations. The Innovation Success Formula Innovation is about translating ideas into products, services, and solutions. Ideas without execution are a hobby.  Is your organization in the business of Innovation? This episode boils it down to a simple equation. Ideas + Innovation Culture = Innovation Success.  The process starts with ideas and the management of them.  But ideas won't devel

Apr 25, 2023 • 38:44

The Best of Killer Innovations: Finding Creative Inspiration

Continuing our Best of Killer Innovations series, we focus on finding creative inspiration and incorporating creativity into all aspects of life. Creativity is a state of mind that can be achieved with practice, enabling you to stand out as an innovator. Everyone is creative.  Yet some people seem more creative than others.  What do those […]

Apr 18, 2023 • 30:24

The Best of Killer Innovations: Dealing with FOBO (Fear of A Better Option)

Picking up our Best of Killer Innovations series, we examine in detail FOBO and how to overcome mental barriers that can hinder innovation. The fear of a better option (FOBO) can paralyze decision-making. It is also the enemy of innovation.  In this episode, I share four ways to deal with FOBO. FOBO versus FOMO What is […]

Apr 11, 2023 • 30:45

The Best of Killer Innovations: My Innovation Library

Returning to our best of Killer Innovations series, we dive into the importance of reading for the innovator and some stimulating books to stir up your creativity. Building a library of inspiration in your innovation studio ensures you have a ready source of ideas. This inspiration library can come in the form of a collection of innovative books. I am a visual learner, so reading books is where I often find my inspiration. I will walk you through some essential books and explain why I value the

Apr 4, 2023 • 28:20

The Best of Killer Innovations: Innovation Coaching Versus Innovation Mentoring

Resuming our best of Killer Innovation series, we take a deeper look at the contrasting characteristics of coaching and mentoring. The topic is one that I have touched on over the years in various ways. People reach out to me all the time, asking about this.  Coaching, as well as mentoring, often get placed in the same category. In reality, they are different. We will discuss the differences between innovation coaching and mentoring and run through some application scenarios. Innovation Coachin

Mar 28, 2023 • 37:11

The Best of Killer Innovations: Successful Failures

Continuing our best of Killer Innovations series, we explore the hidden benefits of successful failures. For innovation leaders, it is vital to learn how to turn failures into successes. Innovation is all about seeing opportunities others don't see and seizing them. Successful failures lead to triumphant innovations. The Importance of Failure The experimentation phase is within the innovation process often full of failures. These failures are not always negative. When things are unplanned, fail

Mar 21, 2023 • 32:35

The Best of Killer Innovations: Creative Qualities

We kick off a new series where we will be looking at the best of past Killer Innovation shows. This episode is about creative qualities. Creative people often have a sense of limitless creative freedom and experimentation. Creative genius is a natural part of who creatives are. If you are not naturally creative, you can learn and develop your creativity by applying creative qualities. 12 Qualities of a Creative Person Curious: Creative people are always asking questions/looking for new ideas.

Mar 14, 2023 • 35:22

Become That Visionary Leader by Embracing Risk

Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Visionary leaders possess unique characteristics that set them apart from other leaders. They have the confidence to make tough decisions and the creativity to develop innovative solutions. It is their willingness to embrace risks that truly sets visionary leaders apart. Qualities of Visionary Leaders Their ambition, creativity, and courage set visionary leaders apart from other leaders. They are naturally inquisitive, asking quest

Mar 7, 2023 • 24:36

Breaking Down Barriers to Innovation

Breaking down barriers to innovation is vital for fostering creativity and advancing progress. Innovative thinking is needed to develop new ideas, products, and services that can help improve our world. As such, it is essential to understand why breaking down barriers to innovation is important and how to do so. What is a Barrier To Innovation? A barrier is anything that stands in the way of achieving an innovative goal or idea. These barriers can come in many forms, such as physical objects, r

Feb 28, 2023 • 18:57

Unlocking Your Creative Potential

Creativity is a powerful tool, and many underestimate our creative potential. Creative potential is your ability to generate new ideas and connect seemingly unrelated concepts to create something unique or solve problems innovatively. It goes beyond simply having an open mind; it is about actively forming connections that lead to discoveries, inventions, and insights. Many people are unaware of their creative potential and overlook its importance when attempting to reach their personal and prof

Feb 21, 2023 • 21:23

The Power of Mindful Innovation

Mindful innovation is a way to approach problem-solving from a different perspective. Instead of just looking for quick ideas or relying on existing approaches, mindful innovation calls us to slow down and take the time to deeply understand the problem before attempting to solve it. It also encourages us to be open-minded and seek new perspectives and insights while considering our ideas' impact. Mindful innovation is a powerful tool for creating positive change in the world. Benefits of Mindfu

Feb 14, 2023 • 20:21

Proven Strategies To Scaling Innovations

In today’s world, innovation is a fundamental component of successful business strategies. It allows organizations to stay ahead of the competition, develop new products and services, and create value for customers. However, scaling up innovative ideas can be challenging because of the complexity of the process and its associated risks. Taking an idea or concept and expanding upon it to make a greater impact requires focus and effective scaling strategies. Why Is Scaling Important? In today's w

Feb 7, 2023 • 21:48

Is Intuition Required for Innovation?

Introduction to Intuitive Thinking Intuitive thinking sometimes referred to as ‘thinking on autopilot,' is based on prior experience and mental shortcuts. It involves using heuristics and pattern recognition to make decisions quickly and efficiently. Intuitive thinking is essential because it allows us to make decisions without pausing for conscious analysis or deliberation. This helps us react swiftly when we don't have enough information or time – which is common in innovation. One can argue

Jan 31, 2023 • 21:32

Tom D’Eri on Hiring and Managing a Nontraditional Workforce

Tom D'Eri, Co-Founder and COO of Rising Tide Car Wash, joins us to discuss the gap neurodivergent individuals face while entering the workforce and how to bridge that gap by changing hiring methods and implementing strategic operations that are inclusive to those with different skill sets. Prospective job seekers with autism face a massive disparity in the job market. Unemployment rates of this group of individuals are between 60-80 percent. Taking that percentage of people out of the workforce

Jan 24, 2023 • 39:55

Jim Kalbach of Mural on Visual Collaboration

Jim Kalbach, Head of Customer Experience at Mural, joins us to discuss innovation efforts in the world of visual collaboration. Remote work was at nearly one hundred percent during the pandemic, creating a need for effective digital whiteboards. Not only did people need a working space, but also a space for visual collaboration to take place. Since the pandemic, new modes outside of remote work have arisen, such as in-person, asynchronous, synchronous, and hybrid. The challenge has been finding

Jan 17, 2023 • 40:20

Business Model Innovation – Why Agility Matters

There's no question that business model innovation is a hot topic in today's business world. After all, who wouldn't want to be the next Uber or Airbnb? But what does it take to create a new and successful business model? It turns out that business model innovation is not just about having a great idea but about execution and timing. It's also about being willing to take risks and experiment. And, of course, it helps if you have a bit of luck. So, what does it take to create a new and successfu

Jan 10, 2023 • 25:37

Sandra Howe on Innovation Timing and Collaboration

Sandra Howe, an award-winning technology expert, joins us to discuss the effectiveness of pairing good timing with collaboration. The need for innovators willing to work with each other rather than against is progressing. Thanks to the swiftly changing technology market. The necessity for broadband internet is ever-increasing, especially in recent years, due to people’s increased need for it during and since the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to the elasticity of the industry, Sandra stresses the impor

Jan 3, 2023 • 39:40

Most Downloaded Show of 2022 – Innovation Benchmarking

Benchmarking is the comparing of your organization to others to measure your performance and possibly identify areas for improvement. It has been common practice since the early 1900s. Frederick Taylor, an American mechanical engineer, is credited with coining the term “benchmarking” in his book, The Principles of Scientific Management. Benchmarking enables continuous learning and improvement by identifying those that are having an impact and change and following them. These learnings and improv

Dec 27, 2022 • 39:41

The Devil’s Advocate: Is it Good for Innovation?

Innovation is often lauded as the key to success in business. After all, staying ahead of the competition is hard if you're not constantly coming up with new ideas and ways to improve your products or services. But is every idea you come up with a good thing? Is there such a thing as being too innovative? To keep yourself honest, you may consider appointing a devil's advocate. The Devil's Advocate is a popular movie from the 1990s that tells the story of a lawyer hired to argue against a candid

Dec 20, 2022 • 26:40

Collin Howlett of Vecima on the Pace and Sources of Innovation

Here is the last interview from my time at the Cable Tec-Expo Show in Philadelphia. Collin Howlett, the CTO of Vecima, joins us to discuss the acceleration of innovation in the cable industry. Predicting the future grows more challenging as the pace of innovation accelerates. Customers are deploying innovations at faster speeds than ever. Most cable operators are now mobile operators, with their focus fixed on fiber. At CableLabs, we are showing coherent optics at 50,000 gigs over a single stra

Dec 13, 2022 • 39:32

Irresponsible Innovation

A few weeks back, I wrote an opinion piece for The Innovators Network titled, Innovation Hero Worship: FTX, Theranos, and the Media. The core of the article is my belief that the media has a responsibility to not feed into the hero worship of innovation leaders. But there is more to the recent high-profile innovation failures than just the hero worship of founders and CEOs. The announcement of the bankruptcy of FTX and the sentencing of the founder and CEO of Theranos to over 11 years in jail fo

Dec 6, 2022 • 22:19

Asaf Matatyaou of Harmonic on Innovation Culture and AI

This is the third interview from my time at the Cable Tec-Expo Show in Philadelphia. Asaf Matatyaou, the VP of Solutions and Product Management for the Cable Access Business at Harmonic, joins us to discuss AI, data, and innovation culture. Consumer expectations have considerably shifted due to the impact of COVID-19. As a result, the reliability of network connectivity has become paramount. Power usage is another area brought to the forefront of innovation. The cable industry is heavily focuse

Nov 29, 2022 • 34:57

Why Divergent Thinkers Will Always Win

Humans have always been thinkers. From the time early humans began to communicate, they used their brains to figure out how to survive and thrive. Over the years, humans have continued to use their brains to solve problems and create new things. To do this, humans have had to learn to think differently. Interestingly, humans are not […]

Nov 22, 2022 • 19:58

Jordi Fernandez of BeneTalk on Innovating Stuttering

Jordi Fernandez, Founder and CEO of BeneTalk, joins the show to discuss the mobile app that provides a community for people who stutter. Jordi is a person who stutters and growing up, his parents and teachers didn’t understand how to approach it. At a young age, he engaged in various forms of speech therapy. When he moved from Spain to the UK, his therapy took an alternative approach. It focused on getting him out of his comfort zone and provided him with a community to be a part of. This commu

Nov 15, 2022 • 52:55

The Secret to Silicon Valley’s Success

Whenever I'm speaking outside of California, I can usually expect an audience question about Silicon Valley. Such as — “What's the secret to Silicon Valley's success?” After all, this region is home to some of the world's most successful and innovative companies. People want to know what about Silicon Valley makes it so successful, and they're eager to learn any tips or tricks they can use to bring that success to their businesses and regions. If it were only that easy! The truth is, there's no

Nov 8, 2022 • 26:35

Jan Ariesen of Technetix on Prioritizing Innovation

This is the second interview from my time at the Cable Tec-Expo Show in Philadelphia. Jan Ariesen, the CTO of Technetix, joins us to discuss how his organization’s prioritization of innovation, paired with the right team, helps them solve tomorrow’s problems. Jan Ariesen of Technetix on Prioritizing Innovation Engineers typically focus on solving today’s problems but don’t take time to think about tomorrow. Technetix has a reputation for solving tomorrow’s problems that others in the broadband

Nov 1, 2022 • 37:42

Understanding and Improving Your Future Literacy

What is future literacy? Future literacy is the ability to look at the world and understand how it will change in the future. This can be a valuable skill that historically has not been on most people's radar screen. Most people don't think about the future much. We focus on the present, and when we think about the future, it is usually what we want it to be. However, if we want to be ready for the future and take advantage of its opportunities, we need to start with our future literacy. Future

Oct 25, 2022 • 22:08

Matt Greeley of Brightidea on Long-Form Narratives of Ideas

Matt Greeley, the Founder and CEO of Brightidea, is on The Killer Innovations Show to discuss the launch of their new idea incubation tool, BrightIdea Memo. Matt has been involved in idea management systems (IMS) since their early days. In 2005, BrightIdea launched the first-ever online innovation platform. During my time at HP, I worked with Matt on the earlier versions of Brightidea while they serviced us. At CableLabs, where I am now CEO, we have been utilizing Brightidea for almost a decade

Oct 18, 2022 • 52:32

Hanno Narjus of Teleste on European Innovation and Nokia

We kick off a new series of interviews from my time at the Cable Tec-Expo Show in Philadelphia. Hanno Narjus, the SVP of Video and Broadband Solutions at Teleste, joins us to discuss innovation efforts from the European to the U.S market. Cable Tec-Expo Show Due to COVID-19, many of us missed out on various events. It was great to experience the high energy levels at the expo as everyone was finally in 3D. Seeing cable products coming to life, especially around 10G, brought excitement to everyo

Oct 11, 2022 • 39:16

Are You an Innovator or an Imitator?

In an age where the latest and greatest technology is just a click away, it's easy to become an imitator. We see something new and want it without considering whether we really need it. We buy into the hype without stopping to think about the implications of our purchase. Before we know it, our homes are cluttered with gadgets and devices that we never use and don't need. But there's another side to this story. Some people see the world around them and find ways to improve on what they see. The

Oct 4, 2022 • 18:11

The Imagination of Others As Inspiration

The statement “what is now proved and commonplace was once just imagined” is powerful. It speaks to the idea that anything is possible if we put our minds to it. And it's true – many things we now take for granted were once just ideas or dreams. For example, consider the internet. It's hard to […]

Sep 27, 2022 • 16:51

How to be a Random Success at Innovation

Most people would consider random events a nuisance that gets in the way of their productivity and disrupts their carefully planned lives. However, looking closely, you'll see that random events can be a source of inspiration and innovation. For example, consider the story of how Facebook was created. According to legend, Facebook was born out […]

Sep 20, 2022 • 15:17

Disruptive Innovation vs Radical Innovation: What’s the Difference?

Innovation can be classified into two main types: disruptive innovation and radical innovation. Disruptive innovation is an idea that improves upon an existing market by exceeding the needs of a customer base, eventually displacing the old market. Radical innovation destroys the current market and value network, creating an entirely new one. Another way to think about it is that radical innovations challenge the status quo and create something new. Disruptive innovations are those that make an

Sep 13, 2022 • 16:46

How to Distinguish Good Science from Bad Science

Science is a powerful tool. It can change the world, improve our understanding of our universe, and help us find new and innovative ways to solve problems. But science is only as good as the data it uses, and bad science can lead us astray. Over the last few years, I've written several articles and recorded […]

Sep 6, 2022 • 35:16

Black Swan Innovation

No one can predict the future, but that doesn't mean we can't prepare for it. We'll explore the concept of black swan innovation and discuss how leaders can respond to these events when they occur. We will also look at some examples of black swan innovations that have profoundly impacted society. Leaders can minimize the negative consequences of these unpredictable occurrences by understanding what a black swan event is and how to prepare for it. So, What is a Black Swan Innovation? A Black Swa

Aug 30, 2022 • 23:06

A Solution to the Innovation Journalism Problem

Previously on the show, we discussed the failure of innovation journalism in the modern day. To combat the failure of innovation journalism, we are launching The Innovators Network (TIN). Founded upon the belief that innovation is essential to addressing the world’s most pressing problems, The Innovators Network wants to empower readers and inspire them to become agents of change. We will provide them with the information needed to make informed decisions around innovations. Innovation Journali

Aug 23, 2022 • 15:15

How To Monetize Your Ideas

You need to be known as an inventor to attract the industry and monetize your ideas. The more successful you are as an inventor, the more people want to do business with you. I’ve discovered that submitting ideas to competitions and sharing work on social media are the best ways to build your reputation. Submitting your ideas to competitions exposes you to a broad audience while showing them you are a serious inventor. Sharing your work on social media gives you credibility in the eyes of poten

Aug 16, 2022 • 21:12

Procrastinators’ Guide for Innovators

Procrastination is a thief of potential, time, happiness, and success. Innovators often don't realize have become procrastinators because of how many projects they start. While innovators start innovations, they fail to launch them. Failure to launch is one of the most insidious forms of procrastination. In innovation, you will get your next position or project based on your portfolio, not your resume. It's all about the execution. If you are interested in looking at a small sample of my portfo

Aug 9, 2022 • 22:46

The Failure of Innovation Journalism

Innovation journalism is one of the essential types of journalism in the modern world. Journalists must explain and communicate these changes when innovations and ideas emerge to the public. Innovation journalism is currently in a state of crisis, as science and technology reporters only make up a small percentage of reporters in American newspapers. Despite this fact, according to a Pew Research Center survey, more than half of Americans say they want more news about science and technology. To

Aug 2, 2022 • 19:49

The Joy of Innovation

Joy is a feeling of great pleasure and happiness. Many things can prevent us from enjoying our lives and our work. Finding ways to deal with these challenges is crucial, so they don't take away our happiness. Innovation is all about creating new things and solving problems. Finding the joy of innovation motivates every innovator. Being a part of successful innovation adds joy to your life. That joy has motivated me for 40 years of my career in innovation. It can be gratifying if you're able to

Jul 26, 2022 • 32:02

Innovating with Nanobots: What You Need to Know

During the Cold War, Nobel Prize winner Richard Feynman investigated the possibility of science on a microscopic scale. He wanted to create machines that could assemble molecules atom by atom. While this sounds like science fiction, the “nanoscale” exists. Nanobots exist. Nanotechnology is growing rapidly, and I believe its impact will be significant. The Nanoscale In 2016, IBM researchers announced they had created the world's smallest motor, just 1x1x4 nanometers in size. A nanometer is one-m

Jul 19, 2022 • 34:42

Process Innovation – Including the Innovation Process

Process innovation is the implementation of new or significantly improved processes to achieve tangible outcomes. There are two types of processes: operational and managerial. Operational processes seek to improve efficiency through streamlining activities and eliminating production waste. Managerial processes strive to enhance the effectiveness of a process by improving coordination and decision-making. Redesigning the process’s structure or improving its activities can help in both process typ

Jul 12, 2022 • 32:31

Chunka Mui on Innovating a Perfect Future

Chunka Mui is passionate about changing the world by thinking through future problems. He loves to ponder what is possible in the future, given the exponential growth we are experiencing now. As innovators, we forget to consider our innovations' unintended consequences.   Chunka says innovators also don't think enough about the intended consequences. His latest […]

Jul 5, 2022 • 50:47

Should You Outsource Your Innovation Process?

Outsourcing your innovation process is an exciting way to increase innovation competitiveness. Utilizing organizations like an innovation agency can allow firms to focus on other business areas. The results are increased efficiency, improved quality, faster innovation implementation, reduced innovation risk, and increased flexibility. Outsourcing innovation can be a powerful tool to help companies speed up their growth. By understanding the risks and challenges, companies can set themselves up

Jun 28, 2022 • 34:28

Innovating with Design Thinking

Design plays a vital role in our lives and is ever-evolving. In the past, it meant designing or planning something. In the early 1800s, the term was synonymous with art, and in the late 1900s, it referred to creating products or services. Over time, design has gone from being a specialized field tied to specific design movements to a more holistic approach. Now, it's a way of thinking that considers the entire design process from start to finish. In today's rapid and ever-changing world, busines

Jun 21, 2022 • 37:33

The Science of Creativity

The science of creativity has many theories and ideas that seek to explain it. New approaches and models are constantly emerging, which provide some insight but are not exhaustive. One theory suggests that creativity combines cognitive processes, including knowledge, imagination, etc. However, proof shows that experts and those with fresh eyes can often be creative in the same area. Creativity Models The four-phase model comprises the following phases: preparation, incubation, illumination, and

Jun 14, 2022 • 39:06

Pushing Back on The Chronic Innovation Critics

Chronic innovation critics are people and processes that kill new ideas before they can thrive. They prevent you from trying new things and learning from failures. The criticisms may result in your organization getting stuck in its current state. Innovation critics love to point out why an idea will fail. These people are often the ones who have been with the organization the longest and are the most resistant to change. All organizations need people to push back and challenge ideas because it i

Jun 7, 2022 • 33:46

How to Use Innovation Storytelling

Innovation storytelling helps capture people’s attention and connect with them on an emotional level. This connection allows you to get your message across in a way that is both memorable and meaningful, leading to lasting change. Storytelling can help build an innovation culture in an organization, inspiring people to ideate and take action. Additionally, it can help create a sense of community and collaboration. Storytelling can also attract support such as funding or partnerships. There are

May 31, 2022 • 42:59

Innovation in Media and Entertainment with Craig Leddy of Interactive TV Works

Craig Leddy of Interactive TV Works joins us to discuss innovation in the media industry. Innovation in Media and Entertainment Most people don’t think of the media industry as a driver for innovation. People tend to overlook that things like cable TV took decades to get to today. In the media and cable industries, the process behind the technologies tends to get overlooked. People look at pioneers such as Ted Turner and think they were overnight successes. These things took time and tons of e

May 24, 2022 • 48:21

What is the Biggest Barrier to Innovation?

This episode is a commencement speech I virtually gave on the biggest barrier to innovation. The  Biggest Barrier to Innovation Fear is an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous and likely to cause pain or a threat. For humans, fear tends to build on itself. Fear stands for false evidence that appears. Our brains can take “false evidence” and twist it into the worst potential outcome, making it “appear real.” This occurs as we strive for perfection, wheth

May 17, 2022 • 16:24

You Need an Innovation Strategy

An innovation strategy is a plan outlining how a business will create, develop, and bring new products or services to market to gain a competitive advantage. A strategy guides the efforts of individual employees or entire teams and tailored to the organization's unique needs. It also helps ensure the organizations' innovation initiatives remain competitive and relevant. Businesses without innovation strategies lose to competitors. What's in an Innovation Strategy? 1. A definition of innovation

May 10, 2022 • 40:09

Why Do Organizations Hire An Innovation Agency?

Let's continue our series about the innovation agency and explore why organizations hire them. Hire an Innovation Agency To help with creative problem-solving. An innovation agency can help organizations find new solutions to their problems. These agencies bring new perspectives and stimulate creativity, allowing companies to overcome roadblocks and generate new ideas. To help with product development. An agency can help organizations develop new products that meet customers’ needs. By work

May 3, 2022 • 36:50

What Is An Innovation Agency?

Let us explore what an innovation agency is and how it can help bring you more success in the challenging innovation process. Why Hire An Innovation Agency? Innovation Agency is a term created to distinguish agencies that specialize in innovation from the agencies such as advertising, design, marketing, and PR agencies. An innovation agency specializes in helping businesses create, market, and sell new products and services. They use a team of experts to help your business with everything from

Apr 26, 2022 • 35:25

Rob Enderle of Enderle Group on Metaverse and Digital Twins

Rob Enderle of the Enderle Group joins us to discuss Digital Twins, the Metaverse, and the hybrid work model innovations. Metaverse and Digital Twins Recently, Rob has been engaging in the Metaverse and Digital Twin technology. Everybody is trying to figure out the use of the Metaverse. One interesting use has to do with demolished cities like those in Ukraine. The Metaverse can potentially offer the opportunity to revisit these places virtually. I recently discussed Digital Twins and the auto

Apr 19, 2022 • 50:05

Stephen Key of InventRightTV on Licensing Inventions

Stephen Key joins us to discuss how inventors can successfully license inventions— their most valued ideas. Licensing Inventions Stephen has an extensive following on YouTube, where he coaches, mentors, and advises inventors. His channel focuses on those who have ideas but don’t want to start a business. Creative people want to do what they are […]

Apr 12, 2022 • 50:10

Greg Shepard with BOSS Capital Partners on Autism, Neurodiversity and Entrepreneurship

Greg Shepard of BOSS Capital Partners joins us to discuss autism, neurodiversity, and entrepreneurship. The School System and Learning Styles Growing up, Greg struggled with learning in school and communicating. He had a different style of learning that schools did not teach. He scored very high in some areas but struggled in others. Greg’s kids go to the Winston School, which specialize in neurodiverse students. The school teaches students their learning styles before they do anything else. On

Apr 5, 2022 • 59:42

Rob Tiffany of Digital Insights on Digital Twins

Rob Tiffany joins us to discuss innovations around digital twins and where the technology is making an impact. Digital Twins Rob is an industry analyst working around wireless communications, IoT, digital twins, etc. Digital twins are digital representations of a physical object. These representations arose with NASA when they used them as digital models of spacecraft. GE started using them for aircraft engines in the early 2000s. As the pace of innovation accelerates, things become more compli

Mar 29, 2022 • 58:47

Scott Crowder of IBM on Quantum Computing and Its Impact

Scott Crowder of IBM joins us to discuss quantum computing and its potential to change the world of technology. Quantum Computing and Its Impact Scott leads the quantum computing efforts at IBM. Quantum computing is an entirely different information science than what is considered classical computing. Quantum scales exponentially, whereas classical scales linearly. Data with structure, especially machine learning, and simulating quantum mechanics can't be done on a classical computer. Because o

Mar 22, 2022 • 52:05

Alan Proithis of Capstone Partners on Innovation Collaboration

Alan Proithis of Capstone Partners joins us to discuss private 5G networks and the importance of innovation collaboration. 5G Innovation Allen and I have worked together at different companies since the mid-90s. He is currently focused on private 5G networks. There is an unprecedented amount of investment and interest in the mobile space. People want to […]

Mar 15, 2022 • 51:09

Alan Proithis of Capstone Partners on Innovation Collaboration

Alan Proithis of Capstone Partners joins us to discuss private 5G networks and the importance of innovation collaboration. 5G Innovation Allen and I have worked together at different companies since the mid-90s. He is currently focused on private 5G networks. There is an unprecedented amount of investment and interest in the mobile space. People want to apply 5G to some crazy areas. The consumer market around it has created some misconceptions about the technology. Allen believes consumers won'

Mar 15, 2022 • 51:09

Peter Lierni of Solutioneering on Innovating Frameworks for Critical Thinking

Peter Lierni of Solutioneering joins us on the second episode of Season 18. The Solution Engineering Tool (SET) is a framework that takes an engineering-based approach to win competitive deals. The Solution Engineering Tool As a Navy officer, Peter lived on a ship, which he described as a system of systems. After leaving the Navy, he started consulting in the Pentagon, assessing complex weapons systems. Peter connected building a complex system and doing business development and capture and pro

Mar 8, 2022 • 49:06

Peter Lierni of Solutioneering on Innovating Frameworks for Critical Thinking

Peter Lierni of Solutioneering joins us on the second episode of Season 18. The Solution Engineering Tool (SET) is a framework that takes an engineering-based approach to win competitive deals. The Solution Engineering Tool As a Navy officer, Peter lived on a ship, which he described as a system of systems. After leaving the Navy, […]

Mar 8, 2022 • 49:06

Ask Me Anything Q&A

Welcome to season 18 of the Killer Innovations podcast! We are thrilled to kick off the 18th year of Killer Innovations. This episode is dedicated to answering your questions about the podcast. Ask Me Anything: Killer Innovations Q&A What was the original impetus for the podcast? My mentor Bob Davis, who I attribute much of my success to, inspired me to pay it forward What was your inspiration for the format and structure of the podcast? I used to listen to a motivational speaker, Earl Nighting

Mar 1, 2022 • 55:54

Ask Me Anything Q&A

Welcome to season 18 of the Killer Innovations podcast! We are thrilled to kick off the 18th year of Killer Innovations. This episode is dedicated to answering your questions about the podcast. Ask Me Anything: Killer Innovations Q&A What was the original impetus for the podcast? My mentor Bob Davis, who I attribute much of my […]

Mar 1, 2022 • 55:54

Tim Bajarin of Creative Strategies on Work from Home (WFH), Apple and Silicon Valley

COVID-19 greatly impacted technology efforts and continues to do so rapidly. Tim Bajarin joins us from Silicon Valley to discuss work from home shifts and the newest innovations from Apple. Tim Bajarin On WFH Shifts Over the last eighteen months, businesses have realized that bringing everybody back to the office isn’t realistic. People are comfortable with the flexibility that working from home provides. Creative Strategies did several studies on this topic and discovered that people establish

Feb 22, 2022 • 59:03

Tim Bajarin of Creative Strategies on Work from Home (WFH), Apple and Silicon Valley

COVID-19 greatly impacted technology efforts and continues to do so rapidly. Tim Bajarin joins us from Silicon Valley to discuss work from home shifts and the newest innovations from Apple. Tim Bajarin On WFH Shifts Over the last eighteen months, businesses have realized that bringing everybody back to the office isn’t realistic. People are comfortable […]

Feb 22, 2022 • 59:03

Bob O’Donnell of TECHnalysis Research — What Innovation Will Impact You?

It's no mystery that COVID-19 disrupted the technology industry. Bob O'Donnell joins us to discuss the innovation impacts of broadband and 5G. Innovation Impacts of Remote Work COVID-19 dramatically changed how we communicate, increasing the need for fast, consistent broadband. The broadband industry globally builds around two and a half years of capacity ahead of […]

Feb 15, 2022 • 50:29

Bob O’Donnell of TECHnalysis Research — What Innovation Will Impact You?

It's no mystery that COVID-19 disrupted the technology industry. Bob O'Donnell joins us to discuss the innovation impacts of broadband and 5G. Innovation Impacts of Remote Work COVID-19 dramatically changed how we communicate, increasing the need for fast, consistent broadband. The broadband industry globally builds around two and a half years of capacity ahead of time. High internet usage spikes from COVID resulted in broadband capacity exhaustion 14 days after March 1, 2020. The spikes were d

Feb 15, 2022 • 50:29

Why Innovation Fails – The Top 10 Causes

Many businesses find their innovations fail, often at great expense and strenuous effort. These innovation failures surprise and frustrate them. They are then left wondering as to what caused their innovations to fail. Innovation Preparedness Many causes result in innovation efforts failing. While many causes of innovation failure are within your control, some are not. […]

Feb 8, 2022 • 37:49

Why Innovation Fails – The Top 10 Causes

Many businesses find their innovations fail, often at great expense and strenuous effort. These innovation failures surprise and frustrate them. They are then left wondering as to what caused their innovations to fail. Innovation Preparedness Many causes result in innovation efforts failing. While many causes of innovation failure are within your control, some are not. Understanding the most common causes of innovation failure is essential to prepare yourself better to address them. When you ar

Feb 8, 2022 • 37:49

9 Types of Innovation Tools

Innovation tools allow us to do things we naturally can’t, which unleashes our creative potential. It can be hard to pinpoint the right one for your organization with thousands of options out there. Let’s explore several innovation tool categories that will help improve performance. 9 Types of Innovation Tools Idea sketching tools: Idea sketching tools […]

Feb 1, 2022 • 46:25

9 Types of Innovation Tools

Innovation tools allow us to do things we naturally can’t, which unleashes our creative potential. It can be hard to pinpoint the right one for your organization with thousands of options out there. Let’s explore several innovation tool categories that will help improve performance. 9 Types of Innovation Tools Idea sketching tools: Idea sketching tools can be extremely helpful in speeding up the innovation process. They act as time savers, and all you to better communicate your ideas visually.

Feb 1, 2022 • 46:25

10 Exercises That Will Improve Your Creativity

Creativity is one of the most important skills you can have. It unlocks the door to game-changing ideas. Although some people have it naturally, some exercises help in improving creativity. 10 Exercises That Will Improve Your Creativity 1.     Take a walk outside: Breaking free of your work, moving around, and observing your surroundings can give […]

Jan 25, 2022 • 41:24

10 Exercises That Will Improve Your Creativity

Creativity is one of the most important skills you can have. It unlocks the door to game-changing ideas. Although some people have it naturally, some exercises help in improving creativity. 10 Exercises That Will Improve Your Creativity 1.     Take a walk outside: Breaking free of your work, moving around, and observing your surroundings can give you mental clarity and boost creativity.  2.     Write a list of things that annoy you: You can identify new patterns by identifying these things. Th

Jan 25, 2022 • 41:24

How to Escape the Innovation Benchmark Trap

Benchmarking compares your organization to others to measure your performance and identify areas for improvement. When done correctly, benchmarking can help you learn from your peers and identify areas for improvement. However, benchmarking can also have negative consequences if done incorrectly. How do you escape the innovation benchmark trap? Good Vs. Bad Benchmarking Proper benchmarking […]

Jan 18, 2022 • 40:44

How to Escape the Innovation Benchmark Trap

Benchmarking compares your organization to others to measure your performance and identify areas for improvement. When done correctly, benchmarking can help you learn from your peers and identify areas for improvement. However, benchmarking can also have negative consequences if done incorrectly. How do you escape the innovation benchmark trap? Good Vs. Bad Benchmarking Proper benchmarking helps you understand how you compare to others in your industry and makes it easier to identify best pract

Jan 18, 2022 • 40:44

What Bad Habits are Killing Your Creativity?

It takes practice and patience to develop your creativity, and there are bad habits people learn which crush their creativity. But like all bad habits, we can break these if we are willing to work at it! What Are Habits? Habits are things you do automatically, without thinking. Bad habits can form in a few days, but it can take months or years to form good ones. Breaking bad habits and creating good ones can be challenging, but it's worth it in the long run. You need to be aware of your bad hab

Jan 11, 2022 • 40:26

What Bad Habits are Killing Your Creativity?

It takes practice and patience to develop your creativity, and there are bad habits people learn which crush their creativity. But like all bad habits, we can break these if we are willing to work at it! What Are Habits? Habits are things you do automatically, without thinking. Bad habits can form in a few days, […]

Jan 11, 2022 • 40:26

Most Downloaded Episode of 2021

With the start of a new year, let’s look back at the most downloaded episode of 2021. The Most Downloaded Episode of 2021 As an innovation leader, I encounter loads of information every day. I like to use tools that capture/organize this information and bring it together in a way that’s easy to access. I need these tools to be accessible on an iPhone, Android, laptop, and iPad. Here are the five tools I use which fit my criteria: reMarkable 2 tablet Kindle Oasis ai Readwise Roam Research The

Jan 3, 2022 • 39:58

Most Downloaded Episode of 2021

With the start of a new year, let’s look back at the most downloaded episode of 2021. The Most Downloaded Episode of 2021 As an innovation leader, I encounter loads of information every day. I like to use tools that capture/organize this information and bring it together in a way that’s easy to access. I […]

Jan 3, 2022 • 39:58

What are the Qualities of a Creative Person?

Creative people can think of new ideas, and creative ideas are those ideas that are new, useful, and different. It all starts with the creative person. What is so special about them? What are their qualities? Creative people often have a sense of limitless creative freedom and experimentation. Their creative genius is a natural part of […]

Dec 28, 2021 • 38:48

What are the Qualities of a Creative Person?

Creative people can think of new ideas, and creative ideas are those ideas that are new, useful, and different. It all starts with the creative person. What is so special about them? What are their qualities? Creative people often have a sense of limitless creative freedom and experimentation. Their creative genius is a natural part of who they are. If you are not naturally creative, you can learn and develop your creativity by applying creative qualities. 12 Qualities of a Creative Person Cur

Dec 28, 2021 • 38:48

3 Factors That Encourage Risk-Taking

Most people are afraid of what others will think about them if they do anything out of the box. It's easy for people to lose sight of their identity and uniqueness. So how do leaders and individuals combat this fear of taking risks? 3 Factors That Encourage Risk-Taking Suppose you want to build an environment […]

Dec 21, 2021 • 41:02

3 Characteristics of Successful Failures

For innovation leaders, it is vital to learn how to turn failures into successes. Innovation is all about seeing opportunities others don’t see and seizing them. Successful failures lead to successful innovations. The Importance of Failure The experimentation phase is within the innovation process, often full of failures. These failures are not always negative. When things don’t go as planned, failures allow us to see what needs change. Successful innovations require risk and a capacity for pro

Dec 14, 2021 • 38:01

3 Characteristics of Successful Failures

For innovation leaders, it is vital to learn how to turn failures into successes. Innovation is all about seeing opportunities others don’t see and seizing them. Successful failures lead to successful innovations. The Importance of Failure The experimentation phase is within the innovation process, often full of failures. These failures are not always negative. When […]

Dec 14, 2021 • 38:01

The 7 Essential Ingredients of Agile Innovation

It is crucial to stand out among the crowd in a world filled with so many innovations. Organizations that want to improve their innovation impact need to implement a high-impact strategy. We will be exploring the seven essential ingredients of agile innovation. Agile is the ability to think/understand quickly and move quickly and flexibly. Agile innovation helps teams deliver high-impact innovations. It consists of constant testing and experimenting to solve a problem. The ultimate goal is to p

Dec 7, 2021 • 41:43

The 7 Essential Ingredients of Agile Innovation

It is crucial to stand out among the crowd in a world filled with so many innovations. Organizations that want to improve their innovation impact need to implement a high-impact strategy. We will be exploring the seven essential ingredients of agile innovation. Agile is the ability to think/understand quickly and move quickly and flexibly. Agile innovation […]

Dec 7, 2021 • 41:43

9 Characteristics of Successful Innovation Leaders

We are finishing up a two-part series on innovation leaders. Innovation leadership skills go beyond the basic skills associated with managing people or processes. They are leadership styles to increase creativity, competency, and collaboration that result in innovations that contribute to the organization's success. The Challenge The Harvard Business Review recently said, “A major paradox […]

Nov 30, 2021 • 41:21

9 Characteristics of Successful Innovation Leaders

We are finishing up a two-part series on innovation leaders. Innovation leadership skills go beyond the basic skills associated with managing people or processes. They are leadership styles to increase creativity, competency, and collaboration that result in innovations that contribute to the organization's success. The Challenge The Harvard Business Review recently said, “A major paradox managers face is that the systems that enable success with today's model reinforce behaviors that are incon

Nov 30, 2021 • 41:21

8 Leadership Roadblocks to Innovation

Innovation is the secret sauce to success. Unfortunately, efforts to create innovative products or services often get derailed by good intentions, market factors, or other roadblocks holding us back. Leadership Alignment Business leadership has spent billions searching for innovation. From creating Innovation Centers to investing in incubators, organizations continue on a snipe hunt for innovation. It must be a snipe hunt because 94% of executives say they are frustrated with their company's ef

Nov 23, 2021 • 37:38

8 Leadership Roadblocks to Innovation

Innovation is the secret sauce to success. Unfortunately, efforts to create innovative products or services often get derailed by good intentions, market factors, or other roadblocks holding us back. Leadership Alignment Business leadership has spent billions searching for innovation. From creating Innovation Centers to investing in incubators, organizations continue on a snipe hunt for innovation. It […]

Nov 23, 2021 • 37:38

Eric Yuan and the Future of Zoom

Eric Yuan, the CEO of Zoom, is a longtime friend of mine whose leadership has positively impacted countless people. Zoom is a sponsor of the show, and we are honored to have Eric join us to discuss game-changing innovations. During COVID-19, Zoom saw explosive growth from schools, businesses, and individuals alike. Eric attributes two factors to Zoom’s success: […]

Nov 16, 2021 • 40:32

Eric Yuan and the Future of Zoom

Eric Yuan, the CEO of Zoom, is a longtime friend of mine whose leadership has positively impacted countless people. Zoom is a sponsor of the show, and we are honored to have Eric join us to discuss game-changing innovations. During COVID-19, Zoom saw explosive growth from schools, businesses, and individuals alike. Eric attributes two factors to Zoom’s success: the product’s architecture that supports a hybrid model and the ability to increase servers as more traffic arose. If more bandwidth we

Nov 16, 2021 • 40:32

Kevin Spencer on Disability Innovation through Magic Tricks

We are back to discuss impactful healthcare-related innovations, specifically disability innovation. Kevin Spencer is an award-winning magician who is passionate about developing children with autism. Disability Innovation through Magic Tricks Kevin is a magician known by many as “the kid whisperer.” Years ago, Kevin had a brain and spine injury from a motorcycle accident. During the therapy process, he started learning magic tricks to keep himself busy and motivated. After seeing how well it w

Nov 9, 2021 • 37:26

Kevin Spencer on Disability Innovation through Magic Tricks

We are back to discuss impactful healthcare-related innovations, specifically disability innovation. Kevin Spencer is an award-winning magician who is passionate about developing children with autism. Disability Innovation through Magic Tricks Kevin is a magician known by many as “the kid whisperer.” Years ago, Kevin had a brain and spine injury from a motorcycle accident. During the […]

Nov 9, 2021 • 37:26

Bryan Chambers and Joel Radtke on FinTech and Venture Capital Innovation

We are back in Texas with a venture capital firm and its FinTech portfolio company. Bryan Chambers and Joel Radtke join us to discuss venture capital innovation and the journey of an up-and-coming Texas startup. Capital Factory is a firm that connects investors with new companies and talent. Texas has five of the twelve largest […]

Nov 2, 2021 • 38:48

Bryan Chambers and Joel Radtke on FinTech and Venture Capital Innovation

We are back in Texas with a venture capital firm and its FinTech portfolio company. Bryan Chambers and Joel Radtke join us to discuss venture capital innovation and the journey of an up-and-coming Texas startup. Capital Factory is a firm that connects investors with new companies and talent. Texas has five of the twelve largest […]

Nov 2, 2021 • 38:48

Merrick Porchéddu on NFT Innovation Through Artist Uprising

Artist Uprising connects creative talent with large corporations and businesses. The company started with Merrick’s passion for artists and her desire to see “starving artists” get paid. Many talented artists lack business skills. There is a need for them to bridge the gap between their work and the business world. Both sides have a hard […]

Oct 26, 2021 • 38:43

Merrick Porchéddu on NFT Innovation Through Artist Uprising

Artist Uprising connects creative talent with large corporations and businesses. The company started with Merrick’s passion for artists and her desire to see “starving artists” get paid. Many talented artists lack business skills. There is a need for them to bridge the gap between their work and the business world. Both sides have a hard time communicating their needs. Merrick comes in and helps them get on the same page. When it comes to finding artists, Merrick does a lot of work through Inst

Oct 26, 2021 • 38:43

Walter Voit on Adaptive 3D and Microarchitecture Innovation

Adaptive 3D is an innovative company that partnered with Desktop Metal and UT Dallas. Walter Voit discusses the innovation behind microarchitecture within material manufacturing and how partnerships in Richardson, Texas, have created a thriving innovation ecosystem. Innovating 3D Printing and University Research At Adaptive 3D, Walter focuses on using 3D printing to produce additive materials. […]

Oct 19, 2021 • 41:47

Walter Voit on Adaptive 3D and Microarchitecture Innovation

Adaptive 3D is an innovative company that partnered with Desktop Metal and UT Dallas. Walter Voit discusses the innovation behind microarchitecture within material manufacturing and how partnerships in Richardson, Texas, have created a thriving innovation ecosystem. Innovating 3D Printing and University Research At Adaptive 3D, Walter focuses on using 3D printing to produce additive materials. The company recently joined Desktop Metal to mass manufacture durable materials rapidly. Printing is o

Oct 19, 2021 • 41:47

Richardson Innovation Quarter (IQ)

Joining us are three guests who lead innovation efforts in Richardson, Texas, known for the “Telecom Corridor.” The Richardson Innovation Quarter (IQ) lies within the city, a 1,200 acre area where innovative companies and entrepreneurs collaborate. The Richardson Innovation Quarter Paul Voelker has been in the Richardson, Texas area for over thirty years. To Paul, being mayor is his way of giving back to the community. Richardson has a wealth of innovation history behind it. At the time when Pa

Oct 12, 2021 • 44:32

Richardson Innovation Quarter (IQ)

Joining us are three guests who lead innovation efforts in Richardson, Texas, known for the “Telecom Corridor.” The Richardson Innovation Quarter (IQ) lies within the city, a 1,200 acre area where innovative companies and entrepreneurs collaborate. The Richardson Innovation Quarter Paul Voelker has been in the Richardson, Texas area for over thirty years. To Paul, being mayor is […]

Oct 12, 2021 • 44:32

Josh Smith on Healthcare Innovation at Richardson Methodist

Today, we see an emergence of technologies in healthcare. Richardson Methodist Medical Center is at the helm of breakthrough medical innovations. Josh Smith joins us to discuss his work at the medical center around cardiology and electrophysiology. Technology Breakthroughs and Challenges Technology has allowed physicians and scientists to explore sub-specialties of specialties like cardiology. Josh […]

Oct 5, 2021 • 39:12

Josh Smith on Healthcare Innovation at Richardson Methodist

Today, we see an emergence of technologies in healthcare. Richardson Methodist Medical Center is at the helm of breakthrough medical innovations. Josh Smith joins us to discuss his work at the medical center around cardiology and electrophysiology. Technology Breakthroughs and Challenges Technology has allowed physicians and scientists to explore sub-specialties of specialties like cardiology. Josh is a cardiologist specializing in electrophysiology, the study of the heart's conduction, and cor

Oct 5, 2021 • 39:12

Misused Innovation Buzzwords

In today's world, buzzwords are everywhere. Within the realm of innovation, the misuse of these innovation buzzwords runs rampant. Often, these words and phrases push people away from innovation as they perceive it to be too complex.  Buzzwords: What are they? Often used to impress something upon someone, buzzwords can be technical or specific to […]

Sep 28, 2021 • 37:01

Misused Innovation Buzzwords

In today's world, buzzwords are everywhere. Within the realm of innovation, the misuse of these innovation buzzwords runs rampant. Often, these words and phrases push people away from innovation as they perceive it to be too complex.  Buzzwords: What are they? Often used to impress something upon someone, buzzwords can be technical or specific to a particular industry. Common buzzword examples are synergy, clickbait, and growth hacking. Synergy means something that works together. Clickbait ref

Sep 28, 2021 • 37:01

What Is the Optimal Innovation Team Size?

When studying different companies and their cultures, you will notice different team structures. The question of which structure is the best may eventually cross your mind. Some companies have large teams, while others operate with small, close-knit groups. I believe there is an optimal innovation team size that leads to killer ideas when it comes to innovation. Studies on Team Size The question of the day is this: Does team size genuinely have an impact? I reviewed a collaboration study done a

Sep 21, 2021 • 37:48

What Is the Optimal Innovation Team Size?

When studying different companies and their cultures, you will notice different team structures. The question of which structure is the best may eventually cross your mind. Some companies have large teams, while others operate with small, close-knit groups. I believe there is an optimal innovation team size that leads to killer ideas when it comes […]

Sep 21, 2021 • 37:48

Human Creativity and AI

AI has become very popular in the world today. With its transition from a dream to reality, one must wonder what future outcomes will come of it. Is human creativity at the core of AI? Some may wonder whether AI can possess the same creative abilities. Human Creativity and AI Learning and experiences lead to […]

Sep 14, 2021 • 33:19

Human Creativity and AI

AI has become very popular in the world today. With its transition from a dream to reality, one must wonder what future outcomes will come of it. Is human creativity at the core of AI? Some may wonder whether AI can possess the same creative abilities. Human Creativity and AI Learning and experiences lead to innovation and creation. With every new creation comes inspiration from something else. When it comes to AI, there is a difference between being inspired and being invented. The need for in

Sep 14, 2021 • 33:19

3 Steps to Brainstorming Ideas on Demand

Let’s be honest with ourselves. Being creative is hard. Suppose a crisis within your organization happens, and you need to come up with ideas on demand. How do you respond? While this situation sounds scary, there are steps you can take to respond successfully. 3 Steps to Brainstorming Ideas on Demand I use three steps […]

Sep 7, 2021 • 28:53

3 Steps to Brainstorming Ideas on Demand

Let’s be honest with ourselves. Being creative is hard. Suppose a crisis within your organization happens, and you need to come up with ideas on demand. How do you respond? While this situation sounds scary, there are steps you can take to respond successfully. 3 Steps to Brainstorming Ideas on Demand I use three steps to brainstorm ideas on demand. The first step is to create a problem statement. Define the problem before you start collecting solutions. Focus on answering the following: who is

Sep 7, 2021 • 28:53

Contentment: Virtue or Enemy of Innovation?

In life, it is essential to be content when it comes to certain things. However, when dealing with innovation, that is far from the case. When an innovator decides they are satisfied with their product or idea, they will be in for an unpleasant surprise. This contentment can be the ultimate enemy of innovation. Virtue or […]

Aug 31, 2021 • 30:58

Contentment: Virtue or Enemy of Innovation?

In life, it is essential to be content when it comes to certain things. However, when dealing with innovation, that is far from the case. When an innovator decides they are satisfied with their product or idea, they will be in for an unpleasant surprise. This contentment can be the ultimate enemy of innovation. Virtue or Enemy of Innovation? The state of contentment is a state of peace, satisfaction, and acceptance of a situation, outcome, or circumstance. While this sounds great, issues arise

Aug 31, 2021 • 30:58

Top Questions to Ask Your Employees

A vital function of an innovation leader is to motivate, support, and point their team to good habits. Doing this should be a daily activity. Modeling leadership habits and exhibiting leadership skills inspires employees to become leaders. With inspiration and a list of questions to ask your employees, they will become more efficient and innovative. […]

Aug 24, 2021 • 32:43

Top Questions to Ask Your Employees

A vital function of an innovation leader is to motivate, support, and point their team to good habits. Doing this should be a daily activity. Modeling leadership habits and exhibiting leadership skills inspires employees to become leaders. With inspiration and a list of questions to ask your employees, they will become more efficient and innovative. Questions to Ask Your Employees The first question on my list is, “What went well last time we met?” Once you ask this question, it is crucial to b

Aug 24, 2021 • 32:43

Brainstorming Problem Statements as a Team

Let’s say your organization tasks your team to generate a new product or service idea. You gather your team together and get ready to brainstorm, thinking you can’t go wrong. Contrary to common thought, when brainstorming problem statements, things can go wrong. Often, teams will jump into brainstorming sessions, forgetting a vital step of the process. This step is known as the area of focus. When it comes to assembling your team to brainstorm problem statements, developing the area of focus is

Aug 17, 2021 • 32:06

Brainstorming Problem Statements as a Team

Let’s say your organization tasks your team to generate a new product or service idea. You gather your team together and get ready to brainstorm, thinking you can’t go wrong. Contrary to common thought, when brainstorming problem statements, things can go wrong. Often, teams will jump into brainstorming sessions, forgetting a vital step of the process. […]

Aug 17, 2021 • 32:06

Innovation Success, Skill or Luck

Many people spend years of their lives searching for the secrets of success. Most people believe success comes from doing what successful people do. 1986, “In Search of Excellence” came out, which sought to identify shared practices of 10 successful companies and publish them. This book was the first one in its genre. Did these companies […]

Aug 10, 2021 • 24:59

Innovation Success, Skill or Luck

Many people spend years of their lives searching for the secrets of success. Most people believe success comes from doing what successful people do. 1986, “In Search of Excellence” came out, which sought to identify shared practices of 10 successful companies and publish them. This book was the first one in its genre. Did these companies become successful out of luck? Let’s try this strategy by taking fifty firms featured in three best sellers in this genre – In Search of Excellence, Good to Gr

Aug 10, 2021 • 24:59

How to Become the Innovation Challenger

A challenger is someone who ignores old thought patterns, doesn't let others hold them back, and confronts the dominant player. In the story of David and Goliath, David defeated the giant because he approached him differently. As an organization, you need to think differently to challenge a well-accepted market leader. Challengers fight smarter, with focus and a clear purpose. Being a challenger is a mindset as much as anything else. How to Become One History is full of innovation challengers t

Aug 3, 2021 • 30:48

How to Become the Innovation Challenger

A challenger is someone who ignores old thought patterns, doesn't let others hold them back, and confronts the dominant player. In the story of David and Goliath, David defeated the giant because he approached him differently. As an organization, you need to think differently to challenge a well-accepted market leader. Challengers fight smarter, with focus […]

Aug 3, 2021 • 30:48

Elastic Innovation – A Needed Innovation Capability

Innovating in the face of the unexpected can stretch the most decisive innovation leader. COVID taught us that flexibility and adaptability is the name of the game. This is especially true within an organization’s innovation efforts. A new capability is needed to respond to these disruptive shock situations effectively. I call this capability “elastic innovation,” or the ability to innovate in the short-term while still managing innovation efforts in the long term. During these unexpected times

Jul 27, 2021 • 31:17

Elastic Innovation – A Needed Innovation Capability

Innovating in the face of the unexpected can stretch the most decisive innovation leader. COVID taught us that flexibility and adaptability is the name of the game. This is especially true within an organization’s innovation efforts. A new capability is needed to respond to these disruptive shock situations effectively. I call this capability “elastic innovation,” or the […]

Jul 27, 2021 • 31:17

Unexpected Way to Predict the Future

In past episodes, I’ve discussed science fiction stories as tools to predict the future. H.G Wells wrote about atomic bombs and the fallout – thirty years before Nagasaki and Hiroshima. In 1968, John Brunner predicted the European Union, China’s rise to power, and Detroit’s economic downfall.   You can probably take any existing technology and find a book or article that predicted something like it in the past. If you want to spark an idea, the most crucial part is understanding the timing. An

Jul 20, 2021 • 33:52

Unexpected Way to Predict the Future

In past episodes, I’ve discussed science fiction stories as tools to predict the future. H.G Wells wrote about atomic bombs and the fallout – thirty years before Nagasaki and Hiroshima. In 1968, John Brunner predicted the European Union, China’s rise to power, and Detroit’s economic downfall.   You can probably take any existing technology and find […]

Jul 20, 2021 • 33:52

Achieving Success by Pivoting Your Innovation

To me, pivoting is making a significant change in direction. Many people are not aware that some of today's products result from a pivot. We'll look at seven companies that made meaningful, significant changes resulting in ultimate success. Achieving Success by Pivoting Your Innovation PayPal started as a digital “I owe you” platform. Today, it is a major payment transaction platform that gave birth to the “PayPal mafia, ” including Elon Musk. The successful pivot was Airbnb, which initially of

Jul 13, 2021 • 31:13

Achieving Success by Pivoting Your Innovation

To me, pivoting is making a significant change in direction. Many people are not aware that some of today's products result from a pivot. We'll look at seven companies that made meaningful, significant changes resulting in ultimate success. Achieving Success by Pivoting Your Innovation PayPal started as a digital “I owe you” platform. Today, it is a […]

Jul 13, 2021 • 31:13

Innovation Inspiration is Everywhere

Let's talk about some non-obvious sources of my innovation inspiration. Recently, we spoke about seeing with fresh eyes and how important that practice is. Fresh eyes need innovation inspiration to guide them towards that next game-changing innovation. The Power of Unexpected Conversations The first source of my innovation inspiration is unexpected conversations. I like to talk with interesting people who have different backgrounds than I do. I often do this on airplanes or at rest stops, as we

Jul 6, 2021 • 27:27

Innovation Inspiration is Everywhere

Let's talk about some non-obvious sources of my innovation inspiration. Recently, we spoke about seeing with fresh eyes and how important that practice is. Fresh eyes need innovation inspiration to guide them towards that next game-changing innovation. The Power of Unexpected Conversations The first source of my innovation inspiration is unexpected conversations. I like to […]

Jul 6, 2021 • 27:27

Overcoming Innovation Regrets

Regret is one of those emotions that can derail your future success. As innovators, regrets can be things like someone else launching an idea you had before you were able to execute it. Today, I will share three of my innovation regrets and how to move past them to continue achieving success. My First Innovation […]

Jun 29, 2021 • 30:45

Overcoming Innovation Regrets

Regret is one of those emotions that can derail your future success. As innovators, regrets can be things like someone else launching an idea you had before you were able to execute it. Today, I will share three of my innovation regrets and how to move past them to continue achieving success. My First Innovation Regret During the early days of computer viruses, I was Director of Product Development for ThumbScan. We offered a fingerprint biometric device under $1,000, which was the first at thi

Jun 29, 2021 • 30:45

Is Hyper-Adoption of Innovation a Competitive Advantage?

Previously we talked about innovation adoption and the importance of getting across the innovation adoption curve. Let’s shift our conversation to innovation adoption as a competitive advantage. There is a new category of innovation adoption that is on the rise. This category is known as the hyper-adoption of innovation. The category describes the propensity to adopt and adapt to innovation at a speed and skill unmatched. Adopters in this category are willing to change everything very quickly to

Jun 22, 2021 • 28:13

Is Hyper-Adoption of Innovation a Competitive Advantage?

Previously we talked about innovation adoption and the importance of getting across the innovation adoption curve. Let’s shift our conversation to innovation adoption as a competitive advantage. There is a new category of innovation adoption that is on the rise. This category is known as the hyper-adoption of innovation. The category describes the propensity to […]

Jun 22, 2021 • 28:13

Why is The Innovation Adoption Curve Important?

Once you've developed an excellent breakthrough innovation, the next step is figuring out how to get it adopted. Innovators have created numerous helpful models over the years, but most use the innovation adoption model. The Innovation Adoption Curve The innovation adoption model is the framework that lays out the audience, such as the late adopters or […]

Jun 15, 2021 • 29:38

Why is The Innovation Adoption Curve Important?

Once you've developed an excellent breakthrough innovation, the next step is figuring out how to get it adopted. Innovators have created numerous helpful models over the years, but most use the innovation adoption model. The Innovation Adoption Curve The innovation adoption model is the framework that lays out the audience, such as the late adopters or […]

Jun 15, 2021 • 29:38

Finding Creative Ideas with Fresh Eyes

It's hard to believe that I've been in the innovation game as long as I have. I've been thinking of creative ideas, inventing, launching services, and teaching others to do the same for many years. While this experience is good, it can sometimes be hurtful. Finding yourself doing the same thing over and over again can be tedious. We all fall into this type of rut. People often do this with morning routines. The good part is you know what step is coming next. The bad part is when something happe

Jun 8, 2021 • 28:53

Finding Creative Ideas with Fresh Eyes

It's hard to believe that I've been in the innovation game as long as I have. I've been thinking of creative ideas, inventing, launching services, and teaching others to do the same for many years. While this experience is good, it can sometimes be hurtful. Finding yourself doing the same thing over and over again […]

Jun 8, 2021 • 28:53

Creating Time for Innovation

Last week, I wrapped up a workshop I was teaching innovation leaders on the 7 laws of innovation. At the end of every workshop or session I teach, I conduct an “AMA” or ask me anything time. There seems to be a recurring question I get from leaders who have taken the Innovation Bootcamp and the […]

Jun 1, 2021 • 31:10

Creating Time for Innovation

Last week, I wrapped up a workshop I was teaching innovation leaders on the 7 laws of innovation. At the end of every workshop or session I teach, I conduct an “AMA” or ask me anything time. There seems to be a recurring question I get from leaders who have taken the Innovation Bootcamp and the 7 laws workshop. The question is, “Creating time for innovation, is it possible?” Time for innovation as an Organization Now I will share some examples of how organizations have created time for innovati

Jun 1, 2021 • 31:10

Groupthink Kills Innovation

In this show, we will discuss how groupthink kills innovation. Groupthink is thinking or making decisions as a group. This way of thinking discourages creativity or individual responsibility. A downside of groupthink is that it can create blind spots resulting from not listening to dissenting opinions. Groupthink tends to end in unintended negative consequences because everyone thinks alike and agrees with each other. 8 Symptoms of Groupthink In 1972, Irving Janis developed the eight symptoms o

May 25, 2021 • 32:43

Groupthink Kills Innovation

In this show, we will discuss how groupthink kills innovation. Groupthink is thinking or making decisions as a group. This way of thinking discourages creativity or individual responsibility. A downside of groupthink is that it can create blind spots resulting from not listening to dissenting opinions. Groupthink tends to end in unintended negative consequences because […]

May 25, 2021 • 32:43

9 Elements of a Successful Innovation Brief – Creative Brief

Like I’ve discussed in a previous show, innovation mentoring and coaching are two different things. Coaching is when working on a project, while mentoring is more long-term and focuses on one person. When directing teams on innovation efforts, the secret to success is a well-thought-out innovation or creative brief. The Creative or Innovation Brief I’ve done a lot of coaching and mentoring over the years. In one example, I helped design the new media exhibit in the Newseum in Washington D.C. I’

May 18, 2021 • 44:09

9 Elements of a Successful Innovation Brief – Creative Brief

Like I’ve discussed in a previous show, innovation mentoring and coaching are two different things. Coaching is when working on a project, while mentoring is more long-term and focuses on one person. When directing teams on innovation efforts, the secret to success is a well-thought-out innovation or creative brief. The Creative or Innovation Brief I’ve […]

May 18, 2021 • 44:09

Innovation Isn’t Just About New Products

Innovation isn’t just about creating new products or services. While this is critical to an organization, it is also essential to look at other areas such as business model innovation, process innovation, and marketing innovation. The Framework for New Products We use the FIRE framework, which we have discussed many times on the show. The […]

May 11, 2021 • 38:50

Innovation Isn’t Just About New Products

Innovation isn’t just about creating new products or services. While this is critical to an organization, it is also essential to look at other areas such as business model innovation, process innovation, and marketing innovation. The Framework for New Products We use the FIRE framework, which we have discussed many times on the show. The primary goal of this framework is to think about innovation with a full 360 view. The framework looks at three dimensions: the who (the customer), the what (t

May 11, 2021 • 38:50

Are You Afraid Of Running Out Of Ideas?

When I run into fellow innovators, they often want to share their ideas with me and get advice. In many cases, they have an idea that they believe is the pinnacle of ideas. They love their idea to death and hold it close to them. While they may have a great idea, it has no value in this state. Running Out of Ideas? Having a mind-blowing idea without any execution is pointless. When I question these “idea hoarders,” I often discover a similarity. They are afraid they only have a limited number o

May 4, 2021 • 28:44

Are You Afraid Of Running Out Of Ideas?

When I run into fellow innovators, they often want to share their ideas with me and get advice. In many cases, they have an idea that they believe is the pinnacle of ideas. They love their idea to death and hold it close to them. While they may have a great idea, it has no value […]

May 4, 2021 • 28:44

9 Leadership Behaviors for Innovation Leaders

While innovation leaders have the same core behaviors all great leaders have, they carry crucial additional behaviors. Let’s discuss the leadership behaviors for innovation leaders, inspired by an article on Forbes by Jack Zenger. Applied to the topic is my own forty years of experience in the innovation space. These behaviors are foundational for innovation leadership success. Fundamentals […]

Apr 27, 2021 • 35:17

9 Leadership Behaviors for Innovation Leaders

While innovation leaders have the same core behaviors all great leaders have, they carry crucial additional behaviors. Let’s discuss the leadership behaviors for innovation leaders, inspired by an article on Forbes by Jack Zenger. Applied to the topic is my own forty years of experience in the innovation space. These behaviors are foundational for innovation leadership success. Fundamentals of Any Leadership Activity Let’s start with the two fundamentals of any leadership activity. Every leader

Apr 27, 2021 • 35:17

How to Avoid Innovation Burnout

What comes to mind when you hear the term innovation burnout? Webster's dictionary says that burnout is the physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive or prolonged stress. Burnout occurs when we feel overwhelmed, drained, and unable to meet that constant demand. Innovation Burnout For innovators, it's that constant demand for coming up with new ideas. Being in the innovation game for some forty years, I have often gone through the burnout stage. Burnout can kill your creativ

Apr 20, 2021 • 37:41

How to Avoid Innovation Burnout

What comes to mind when you hear the term innovation burnout? Webster's dictionary says that burnout is the physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive or prolonged stress. Burnout occurs when we feel overwhelmed, drained, and unable to meet that constant demand. Innovation Burnout For innovators, it's that constant demand for coming up with […]

Apr 20, 2021 • 37:41

3 Tips to Innovating with a Co-Innovation Partner

Co-innovation is a common term used in the innovation space. It describes two organizations of any kind that come together to innovate in an area of common interest. I am not only talking about collaboration. Co-innovation seeks to deliver a result such as a product or service. There is a 50-50 contribution with this model, whether that’s money, people, labs, etc. Co-Innovation Partner: Corning During my tenure at HP, co-innovation played a vital role in the company. The amount of money it took

Apr 13, 2021 • 33:55

3 Tips to Innovating with a Co-Innovation Partner

Co-innovation is a common term used in the innovation space. It describes two organizations of any kind that come together to innovate in an area of common interest. I am not only talking about collaboration. Co-innovation seeks to deliver a result such as a product or service. There is a 50-50 contribution with this model, […]

Apr 13, 2021 • 33:55

Dr. Whitney Snider on Collaborative Campuses That Fuel Innovation

Whitney Snider is the Head of Alexandria's LaunchLabs and the VP of Alexandria Venture Investments. Alexandria Real Estate Equities is a real estate investment trust that provides housing and labs for life science and tech companies. Whitney will share what ARE is doing to fuel innovation through collaborative campuses. Whitney's Background Whitney works at Alexandria Real Estate Equities and is involved in venture investment activity growing the life science cluster in New York City. Focused o

Apr 6, 2021 • 48:22

Dr. Whitney Snider on Collaborative Campuses That Fuel Innovation

Whitney Snider is the Head of Alexandria's LaunchLabs and the VP of Alexandria Venture Investments. Alexandria Real Estate Equities is a real estate investment trust that provides housing and labs for life science and tech companies. Whitney will share what ARE is doing to fuel innovation through collaborative campuses. Whitney's Background Whitney works at Alexandria […]

Apr 6, 2021 • 48:22

Cyril Bouquet – Better Innovation with ALIEN Thinking

Cyril Bouquet joins us to discuss “A.L.I.E.N. Thinking: The Unconventional Path to Breakthrough Ideas.” His book breaks down five keys to creating disruptive ideas called ALIEN Thinking: Attention, Levitation, Imagination, Experimentation, and Navigation. Cyril's Background Cyril is a Professor of Innovation and Strategy at IMD. Growing up, both of his parents were professors, but he […]

Mar 30, 2021 • 42:45

Cyril Bouquet – Better Innovation with ALIEN Thinking

Cyril Bouquet joins us to discuss “A.L.I.E.N. Thinking: The Unconventional Path to Breakthrough Ideas.” His book breaks down five keys to creating disruptive ideas called ALIEN Thinking: Attention, Levitation, Imagination, Experimentation, and Navigation. Cyril's Background Cyril is a Professor of Innovation and Strategy at IMD. Growing up, both of his parents were professors, but he had no desire to become one. Cyril had to do French military service, and one way to got about this was through

Mar 30, 2021 • 42:45

Do Faster Release Cycles Hurt Innovation?

Have you noticed that there is a constant cycle of new product releases? Organizational quarterly results often drive these releases. Cars, smartphone devices, home automation products, applications all follow this pattern of release cycles. I believe the fear of being left behind is what draws people to upgrades. They don't want to pull out an […]

Mar 23, 2021 • 35:33

Do Faster Release Cycles Hurt Innovation?

Have you noticed that there is a constant cycle of new product releases? Organizational quarterly results often drive these releases. Cars, smartphone devices, home automation products, applications all follow this pattern of release cycles. I believe the fear of being left behind is what draws people to upgrades. They don't want to pull out an old generation of a phone or drive an outdated car. Fast Release Cycles In most companies, product managers will make incremental changes while portrayi

Mar 23, 2021 • 35:33

Innovating Wicked Problems

Wicked problems are problems that are extremely difficult or impossible to solve. The best example of this type of problem comes from a project I did with the Department of Education. Wicked Problems This project aimed to innovate kindergarten through 12th-grade education in the U.S. We ran a series of workshops in our attempt to transform education. The project turned out to be an extremely frustrating endeavor. Looking back, I realize that this qualified as a wicked problem. This type of prob

Mar 16, 2021 • 33:09

Innovating Wicked Problems

Wicked problems are problems that are extremely difficult or impossible to solve. The best example of this type of problem comes from a project I did with the Department of Education. Wicked Problems This project aimed to innovate kindergarten through 12th-grade education in the U.S. We ran a series of workshops in our attempt to transform education. […]

Mar 16, 2021 • 33:09

Is Creative Thinking Based on Nature or Nurture?

Is creative thinking based on a born ability, or can you learn it like any other skill? Is it nature or nurture? There is research that argues both cases, and I believe you can do both. I would say that we are all born highly creative. Creative Nature vs. Creative Nurture Children use problem-solving and their imagination every day. Here's some insight into this creative transition from child to adult. In 1968 George Land tested 1,600 kids to analyze their creative transformation. He focused on

Mar 9, 2021 • 28:34

Is Creative Thinking Based on Nature or Nurture?

Is creative thinking based on a born ability, or can you learn it like any other skill? Is it nature or nurture? There is research that argues both cases, and I believe you can do both. I would say that we are all born highly creative. Creative Nature vs. Creative Nurture Children use problem-solving and their imagination […]

Mar 9, 2021 • 28:34

10 Inventions I Would Uninvent

If only innovations that had unintended negative consequences could be uninvented, we can fix our mistakes. Let's look at a list of past innovations that I would uninvent if I could. The Invention of Robocalls The first invention that I would like to uninvent is robocalls. These calls include anything from selling automobile maintenance contracts to various telemarketing campaigns. In our office, our employees get eight to twelve robocalls every day. Robocalling results from telephone calls goi

Mar 2, 2021 • 30:37

10 Inventions I Would Uninvent

If only innovations that had unintended negative consequences could be uninvented, we can fix our mistakes. Let's look at a list of past innovations that I would uninvent if I could. The Invention of Robocalls The first invention that I would like to uninvent is robocalls. These calls include anything from selling automobile maintenance contracts […]

Mar 2, 2021 • 30:37

Why Creative Expression is Important

We often wonder if people will accept our ideas or criticize them. This fear can halt us from utilizing our creative expression, which ultimately affects how we innovate. When our creativity is encouraged, it can have a positive impact. Creative Expression When coming up with new ideas, early encouragement gives you the motivation to repeat them. In my seventh-grade art class, my teacher was showing us how to cut linoleum blocks. Being a boy scout, this was a natural thing for me, and I enjoyed

Feb 23, 2021 • 27:04

Why Creative Expression is Important

We often wonder if people will accept our ideas or criticize them. This fear can halt us from utilizing our creative expression, which ultimately affects how we innovate. When our creativity is encouraged, it can have a positive impact. Creative Expression When coming up with new ideas, early encouragement gives you the motivation to repeat them. […]

Feb 23, 2021 • 27:04

What is the Biggest Killer of Creativity?

We all struggle with being creative from time to time. We may feel like we have lost something, and nothing seems to spark that creative flow. What is killing your creativity? Your ego is the biggest killer of creativity. The struggle tends to become an issue for people in the middle and later years of […]

Feb 16, 2021 • 30:03

What is the Biggest Killer of Creativity?

We all struggle with being creative from time to time. We may feel like we have lost something, and nothing seems to spark that creative flow. What is killing your creativity? Your ego is the biggest killer of creativity. The struggle tends to become an issue for people in the middle and later years of their career. The Biggest Creativity Killer When you are called upon to be highly innovative and creative, the fear of failure can often step in and stump you. You might subconsciously have a bia

Feb 16, 2021 • 30:03

5 Tools I Use for Innovation and Creativity

I enjoy reading as well as listening to podcasts and audible books. With all the information I come across, I have to capture, organize, and recall to use them. I'm currently working on a new book as well as some disruptive innovation courses and workshops. The real challenge for me is finding a single tool that solves the issues stated. The Importance of Utilizing Tools Over the last six months, I challenged myself to find the right tools for innovation. I combined them in a way that I can ca

Feb 9, 2021 • 42:33

5 Tools I Use for Innovation and Creativity

I enjoy reading as well as listening to podcasts and audible books. With all the information I come across, I have to capture, organize, and recall to use them. I'm currently working on a new book as well as some disruptive innovation courses and workshops. The real challenge for me is finding a single tool […]

Feb 9, 2021 • 41:39

Transcribing Your Brainstorm with Otter.ai | Interview with Sam Liang

Sam Liang is one of the key innovators behind the scenes in Silicon Valley. He is one of the founders of Google's location services and is on the Google Blue Dot patent. He is the co-founder and CEO of Otter.ai, which specializes in live transcription services. Sam Liang's Background Sam Liang earned his Ph.D. at Stanford in hopes of becoming a professor. While in school, he met many smart people working on startups, which influenced him to go that route. He went on to work at Cisco, worked on

Feb 2, 2021 • 45:04

Transcribing Your Brainstorm with Otter.ai | Interview with Sam Liang

Sam Liang is one of the key innovators behind the scenes in Silicon Valley. He is one of the founders of Google's location services and is on the Google Blue Dot patent. He is the co-founder and CEO of Otter.ai, which specializes in live transcription services. Sam Liang's Background Sam Liang earned his Ph.D. at […]

Feb 2, 2021 • 45:04

3 Types of Innovation – Institutional – Social – Technological

We will pick up from the previous show's topic, “What is Innovation?” and talk about innovation types. There are three types that I use. These are institutional innovation, social innovation, and technological innovation. Type of Innovation: Institutional Institutional innovation is the type that is most commonly overlooked by organizations. Institutional innovation applies to organizations, teams, companies, industries, and governments. This type can have several applications to different indu

Jan 26, 2021 • 31:16

3 Types of Innovation – Institutional – Social – Technological

We will pick up from the previous show's topic, “What is Innovation?” and talk about innovation types. There are three types that I use. These are institutional innovation, social innovation, and technological innovation. Type of Innovation: Institutional Institutional innovation is the type that is most commonly overlooked by organizations. Institutional innovation applies to organizations, teams, […]

Jan 26, 2021 • 31:16

What is Innovation?

Innovation is a  term often abused through advertising, marketing, and business meetings. Innovation means to introduce something new. A more expansive definition of innovation is — the result of a multi-stage process whereby organizations, teams, and individuals take an idea and transform it to make an improved product, service, or process to compete in the […]

Jan 19, 2021 • 24:43

What is Innovation?

Innovation is a  term often abused through advertising, marketing, and business meetings. Innovation means to introduce something new. A more expansive definition of innovation is — the result of a multi-stage process whereby organizations, teams, and individuals take an idea and transform it to make an improved product, service, or process to compete in the marketplace. Definition of Innovation Ideas made real— that is my definition of innovation. Without execution, ideas are just hobbies, not

Jan 19, 2021 • 24:43

CES 2021 – A Virtual Innovation

The Consumer Electronics Show 2021 (CES) will be fully digital due to COVID-19. The show will be available online and in seventeen different languages, a virtual innovation to say the least. If you are registered, you get thirty days to view all of the available content. Karen Chupka, the Executive Vice President of CES, joins […]

Jan 12, 2021 • 28:55

CES 2021 – A Virtual Innovation

The Consumer Electronics Show 2021 (CES) will be fully digital due to COVID-19. The show will be available online and in seventeen different languages, a virtual innovation to say the least. If you are registered, you get thirty days to view all of the available content. Karen Chupka, the Executive Vice President of CES, joins us to discuss what we should look forward to at CES 2021. Physical to Virtual CES Transitioning from a physical show in Las Vegas since 1978 to a virtual show has been in

Jan 12, 2021 • 28:55

Innovation Books | My Library of Inspiration

Building a library of inspiration in your innovation studio is what ensures you have a ready source of ideas. This inspiration library can come in the form of a collection of innovation books. I am a visual learner, so reading books is where I often find my inspiration. I am going to walk you through some essential books I have and explain why I value them. My Design Innovation Books The first book is “Frank Lloyd Wright: A Visual Encyclopedia.” I grew up in Chicago, where the author started an

Jan 5, 2021 • 33:27

Innovation Books | My Library of Inspiration

Building a library of inspiration in your innovation studio is what ensures you have a ready source of ideas. This inspiration library can come in the form of a collection of innovation books. I am a visual learner, so reading books is where I often find my inspiration. I am going to walk you through […]

Jan 5, 2021 • 33:27

How I Turned my Podcast into a Book and Radio Show

This episode is the last of Killer Innovations as a radio show. Not an easy decision, but as part of our drive for innovation, we believe this is the best decision. We will discuss the show's history, my book and radio show deal, and what Killer Innovations will look like moving forward. Making the Switch Throughout the show, we have talked about how important it is to re-evaluate and try new things. This occurrence is a challenge that many organizations encounter as they have processes that of

Dec 29, 2020 • 38:04

How I Turned my Podcast into a Book and Radio Show

This episode is the last of Killer Innovations as a radio show. Not an easy decision, but as part of our drive for innovation, we believe this is the best decision. We will discuss the show's history, my book and radio show deal, and what Killer Innovations will look like moving forward. Making the Switch […]

Dec 29, 2020 • 38:04

How I Learned to Be an Entrepreneur

This week's topic is an extension of a show I did a few weeks ago about my innovation self-confidence. Entrepreneurship is a huge part of innovation at any level. We will discuss my learning experiences as an entrepreneur. What were the steps that made me a successful innovator throughout my career? Beginner Entrepreneur Entrepreneurship consists of having an idea, being assertive, having a strategy, etc. I quickly realized from my Deltek experiences that I was not ready to jump right into entr

Dec 22, 2020 • 38:07

How I Learned to Be an Entrepreneur

This week's topic is an extension of a show I did a few weeks ago about my innovation self-confidence. Entrepreneurship is a huge part of innovation at any level. We will discuss my learning experiences as an entrepreneur. What were the steps that made me a successful innovator throughout my career? Beginner Entrepreneur Entrepreneurship consists of […]

Dec 22, 2020 • 38:07

Innovation Coaching and Innovation Mentoring – What Is The Difference?

The topic this week is one that I have touched on over the years in various ways. People reach out to me all the time asking about this.  Coaching, as well as mentoring, often get placed in the same category. In reality, they are different. We will discuss the differences between innovation coaching and mentoring […]

Dec 15, 2020 • 38:12

Innovation Coaching and Innovation Mentoring – What Is The Difference?

The topic this week is one that I have touched on over the years in various ways. People reach out to me all the time asking about this.  Coaching, as well as mentoring, often get placed in the same category. In reality, they are different. We will discuss the differences between innovation coaching and mentoring and will run through some application scenarios. Innovation Coaching When it comes to the topic of coaching and mentoring, many people often find themselves confused. They don’t unders

Dec 15, 2020 • 38:12

How I Built My Innovation Self-Confidence

People are always asking me how I made it to the point I'm today in my career. While I can't cover my career's full extent, I want to share some valuable learning experiences. This week, we will discuss how I built my innovation self-confidence and what I learned early on in my career that shaped the future […]

Dec 8, 2020 • 38:14

How I Built My Innovation Self-Confidence

People are always asking me how I made it to the point I'm today in my career. While I can't cover my career's full extent, I want to share some valuable learning experiences. This week, we will discuss how I built my innovation self-confidence and what I learned early on in my career that shaped the future of my career. Self-Confidence and Soft Skills Looking back on my career, I realize it is all about building self-confidence. I am very thankful for those early leaders and organizations that

Dec 8, 2020 • 38:14

Why 80 Percent of Innovation Consultants Are Not Worth the Money

This show might come off as controversial to those who are innovation consultants. However, these are my personal views on the subject. Consultants can have a significant effect on an organization for better or worse. We will discuss innovation consultants and why I believe 80% of them are not worth the money. Innovation Consultants A […]

Dec 1, 2020 • 38:11

Why 80 Percent of Innovation Consultants Are Not Worth the Money

This show might come off as controversial to those who are innovation consultants. However, these are my personal views on the subject. Consultants can have a significant effect on an organization for better or worse. We will discuss innovation consultants and why I believe 80% of them are not worth the money. Innovation Consultants A consultant has some expertise and is getting paid for sharing it with a client. I started my career early on doing consulting for a company called CSC. I was work

Dec 1, 2020 • 38:11

Walt Disney’s Plus It Approach To Better Ideas

Innovations can happen in any industry and a variety of different ways. We are going to take a deeper dive into part of the FIRE framework known as ideation. We will focus on combining individual ideation and team ideation. On this week's show, we will discuss Walt Disney's “Plus it” approach and how it changed the […]

Nov 24, 2020 • 38:11

Walt Disney’s Plus It Approach To Better Ideas

Innovations can happen in any industry and a variety of different ways. We are going to take a deeper dive into part of the FIRE framework known as ideation. We will focus on combining individual ideation and team ideation. On this week's show, we will discuss Walt Disney's “Plus it” approach and how it changed the customer entertainment experience. Disney's “Plus It” Walt Disney used a concept known as “plus it” to improve his company's ideation. He would tell his Imagineers (people who design

Nov 24, 2020 • 38:11

Medical Innovations Amidst a Global Pandemic

Throughout the show’s history, we’ve done interviews with medical professionals and those pursuing innovations in the medical field. This week’s guest created a breakthrough product used during this global pandemic. Clive Smith, the CEO and founder of Thinklabs joins us on the show. We will discuss a medical innovation and what he’s doing to disrupt the field. Clive’s Background Clive grew up in South Africa. Greatly influenced by the moon landing as a kid, which showed that technology happens

Nov 17, 2020 • 38:11

Medical Innovations Amidst a Global Pandemic

Throughout the show’s history, we’ve done interviews with medical professionals and those pursuing innovations in the medical field. This week’s guest created a breakthrough product used during this global pandemic. Clive Smith, the CEO and founder of Thinklabs joins us on the show. We will discuss a medical innovation and what he’s doing to disrupt […]

Nov 17, 2020 • 38:11

5 Questions Every CEO Should Answer About Innovation

For the first time, we are recording a show in the mobile studio in Austin, Texas. Once we get past COVID, we plan to travel a lot more and visit different innovators in various areas of the country. This past week, I interviewed three CEOs of billion-dollar companies for a virtual event online. I asked them a set of questions and on today’s show I am going to ask and answer those same questions. The Invention Question The questions will get people to think and share things that they usually wo

Nov 10, 2020 • 38:11

5 Questions Every CEO Should Answer About Innovation

For the first time, we are recording a show in the mobile studio in Austin, Texas. Once we get past COVID, we plan to travel a lot more and visit different innovators in various areas of the country. This past week, I interviewed three CEOs of billion-dollar companies for a virtual event online. I asked them […]

Nov 10, 2020 • 38:11

6 Innovation Metrics (KPIs) Every Organization Should Use

This week, we look at an old show that has recently come up. It is a show I did in February of 2012 about innovation metrics. We'll discuss the core set of innovation metrics that every organization should use. Bad Metrics Before we get started, I want to address one thing: bad metrics. They are very prevalent and extremely popular in areas such as Wall Street and publicly traded companies. These metrics get defined by analysts who have never run any innovation efforts or businesses. The most p

Nov 3, 2020 • 38:13

6 Innovation Metrics (KPIs) Every Organization Should Use

This week, we look at an old show that has recently come up. It is a show I did in February of 2012 about innovation metrics. We'll discuss the core set of innovation metrics that every organization should use. Bad Metrics Before we get started, I want to address one thing: bad metrics. They are […]

Nov 3, 2020 • 38:13

7 Must Have Features of Your IMS – Idea Management System

This week, we will continue the discussion on the FIRE framework and expound upon it. We will discuss a technology that will enable your FIRE framework, known as an Idea Management System (IMS). Idea Management System The Idea Management System supports everything from the focus, ideation, and ranking, to managing your funnel for the execution […]

Oct 27, 2020 • 38:13

7 Must Have Features of Your IMS – Idea Management System

This week, we will continue the discussion on the FIRE framework and expound upon it. We will discuss a technology that will enable your FIRE framework, known as an Idea Management System (IMS). Idea Management System The Idea Management System supports everything from the focus, ideation, and ranking, to managing your funnel for the execution phase. I deployed my first IMS in 2008 while I was CTO at HP. Not known as IMS yet, we chose a particular platform back then. Every IMS system has its bu

Oct 27, 2020 • 38:13

Innovation Lean Canvas – A One Page Innovation Plan

This week's show is a follow-up to the Execution show where I did a one minute intro to the Innovation Lean Canvas. If you haven't listened to that episode, make sure to click here. The innovation lean canvas is a structure that we teach in all of our Disruptive Ideation Workshops. It is an innovation […]

Oct 20, 2020 • 38:09

Innovation Lean Canvas – A One Page Innovation Plan

This week's show is a follow-up to the Execution show where I did a one minute intro to the Innovation Lean Canvas. If you haven't listened to that episode, make sure to click here. The innovation lean canvas is a structure that we teach in all of our Disruptive Ideation Workshops. It is an innovation plan that offers an overview of your best idea all in one place. The Innovation Lean Canvas The lean canvas replaces a typically created business plan. We print this out on a huge poster-sized pap

Oct 20, 2020 • 38:09

Execution – Turning Ideas Into Innovations

On this week's show, we will wrap up the series of shows on the innovation framework known as FIRE. We will discuss the part of the innovation framework known as execution. Execution is composed of making your best ideas into something real. Execution I have used the FIRE (Focus, Ideation, Ranking, Execution) framework for more than 20 years, and thousands of organizations use it. Focus is defining where your problem area is. Ideation is the process of creating ideas to address your problem are

Oct 13, 2020 • 38:09

Execution – Turning Ideas Into Innovations

On this week's show, we will wrap up the series of shows on the innovation framework known as FIRE. We will discuss the part of the innovation framework known as execution. Execution is composed of making your best ideas into something real. Execution I have used the FIRE (Focus, Ideation, Ranking, Execution) framework for more […]

Oct 13, 2020 • 38:09

How to Select the Best Ideas

This week's show is a continuation of the series I've done on the innovation framework FIRE. We have discussed focus and ideation in previous shows. We will discuss the part of the innovation framework known as ranking, which helps you prioritize the best ideas you or your team generate. Ranking Innovation is about challenging an industry's assumptions, questioning what we think we know about our customers, and being open to new ideas. When it comes to the framework, it is not the process. Inst

Oct 6, 2020 • 38:09

How to Select the Best Ideas

This week's show is a continuation of the series I've done on the innovation framework FIRE. We have discussed focus and ideation in previous shows. We will discuss the part of the innovation framework known as ranking, which helps you prioritize the best ideas you or your team generate. Ranking Innovation is about challenging an […]

Oct 6, 2020 • 38:09

Innovation and The Creative Mindset

This week’s guest is also an innovation guru, and has been around for years. Jeff DeGraff, known as the “Dean of Innovation,” is a business professor at the University of Michigan, He is an author and a respected thought leader on innovation. We will discuss social responsibility and his new book, “The Creative Mindset.” Jeff’s […]

Sep 29, 2020 • 38:14

Innovation and The Creative Mindset

This week’s guest is also an innovation guru, and has been around for years. Jeff DeGraff, known as the “Dean of Innovation,” is a business professor at the University of Michigan, He is an author and a respected thought leader on innovation. We will discuss social responsibility and his new book, “The Creative Mindset.” Jeff’s Background After graduating from grad school at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Jeff met a man who worked for someone who owned a twenty-million-dollar pizza compan

Sep 29, 2020 • 38:14

Innovation in 5G Capabilities

Our guest this week comes from a similar industry as mine. We share many mutual connections. Mo Katibeh, the EVP-Chief Product & Platform Officer of AT&T Business, joins us to discuss 5G innovations. He's on the show to discuss about what is real versus what is hype when it comes to innovation in 5G capabilities, as well as give some advice for the listeners. Mo's Background Mo's parents left Iran right before the revolution in 1978 and came to the U.K. He moved to the U.S in 1991, where his pa

Sep 22, 2020 • 38:16

Innovation in 5G Capabilities

Our guest this week comes from a similar industry as mine. We share many mutual connections. Mo Katibeh, the EVP-Chief Product & Platform Officer of AT&T Business, joins us to discuss 5G innovations. He's on the show to discuss about what is real versus what is hype when it comes to innovation in 5G capabilities, […]

Sep 22, 2020 • 38:16

Ideation – How to Generate More and Better Ideas

This week’s show covers an area that is critical to your innovation success. Ideation is the act of generating ideas, which is part of the FIRE (Focus, Ideation, Ranking, Execution) framework that we use to help discover ideas and lead to disruptive innovations.We will break down FIRE and discuss ideation and the process of our Disruptive Ideation Workshops. FIRE In the past, we have covered the four elements of the innovation framework, consisting of focus, ideation, ranking, and execution. Fo

Sep 15, 2020 • 38:16

Ideation – How to Generate More and Better Ideas

This week’s show covers an area that is critical to your innovation success. Ideation is the act of generating ideas, which is part of the FIRE (Focus, Ideation, Ranking, Execution) framework that we use to help discover ideas and lead to disruptive innovations.We will break down FIRE and discuss ideation and the process of our Disruptive […]

Sep 15, 2020 • 38:16

6-Hour Workday = Better Innovation

This week’s guest offers some excellent knowledge about productivity and having your priorities in place. Steve Glaveski, CEO and Co-Founder of Collective Campus, joins us to discuss prioritizing high-value work. We talk about his view of the 6-hour workday, and how it helps to better innovation. Steve’s Background Steve went through the motions of getting his degree and climbing the corporate ladder, chasing what society associates with success. He worked for companies such as KPMG and Ernst a

Sep 8, 2020 • 38:16

6-Hour Workday = Better Innovation

This week’s guest offers some excellent knowledge about productivity and having your priorities in place. Steve Glaveski, CEO and Co-Founder of Collective Campus, joins us to discuss prioritizing high-value work. We talk about his view of the 6-hour workday, and how it helps to better innovation. Steve’s Background Steve went through the motions of getting his […]

Sep 8, 2020 • 38:16

AI Opens on Broadway

This week's guest applies AI innovation to an industry where you usually wouldn't think it can be possible. Micah Hollingworth, the CEO & Co-founder of Broadw.ai, joins us for a discussion. On the show, we will discuss AI in the theater industry and what Micah and Broadw.ai are doing to change the game. Micah's Background Micah grew up in rural Massachusetts and had a passion for theater at a young age. He ended up attending UMass Amherst, which was the total opposite experience of his rural up

Sep 1, 2020 • 38:08

AI Opens on Broadway

This week's guest applies AI innovation to an industry where you usually wouldn't think it can be possible. Micah Hollingworth, the CEO & Co-founder of Broadw.ai, joins us for a discussion. On the show, we will discuss AI in the theater industry and what Micah and Broadw.ai are doing to change the game. Micah's Background […]

Sep 1, 2020 • 38:08

4 Required Elements of an Innovation Framework

Many organizations have weak innovation frameworks, which weaken their overall effectiveness. Innovation efforts require a structure (framework) to stay organized and for successful execution. This week, we'll look at an innovation framework that I use and have used throughout my career, known as FIRE. We'll also discuss how you can use this framework within your […]

Aug 25, 2020 • 38:09

4 Required Elements of an Innovation Framework

Many organizations have weak innovation frameworks, which weaken their overall effectiveness. Innovation efforts require a structure (framework) to stay organized and for successful execution. This week, we'll look at an innovation framework that I use and have used throughout my career, known as FIRE. We'll also discuss how you can use this framework within your organization. Framework Versus Process Think of a framework as the components needed to empower your team to be highly successful wit

Aug 25, 2020 • 38:09

Box Think – Crafting The Problem Statement

Crafting well-written problem statements that focus the idea of creation are critical. Albert Einstein said, “If I only had one hour to save the world, I would spend fifty-five minutes defining the problem, and five minutes finding the solution.” This week, we will discuss combining out of the box thinking with inside the box thinking, and how this can be used to create problem statements and solve your problems. Problem Statements Well-defined problem statements are freeing because they allow

Aug 18, 2020 • 38:13

Box Think – Crafting The Problem Statement

Crafting well-written problem statements that focus the idea of creation are critical. Albert Einstein said, “If I only had one hour to save the world, I would spend fifty-five minutes defining the problem, and five minutes finding the solution.” This week, we will discuss combining out of the box thinking with inside the box thinking, […]

Aug 18, 2020 • 38:13

Box Think – Combining out of the Box and Inside the Box Thinking

Box Think is doing both inside the box thinking and out of the box thinking. As we discussed in past shows, out of the box thinking is what most people use when they think of creative thinking. People often overlook what I call inside the box thinking and try to stay away from it. Out Of The Box Thinking The term “out of the box thinking” is a metaphor that means to think from a new perspective. It originally came from some management consulting firms that were trying to solve problems in new w

Aug 11, 2020 • 38:09

Box Think – Combining out of the Box and Inside the Box Thinking

Box Think is doing both inside the box thinking and out of the box thinking. As we discussed in past shows, out of the box thinking is what most people use when they think of creative thinking. People often overlook what I call inside the box thinking and try to stay away from it. Out Of […]

Aug 11, 2020 • 38:09

Using Strategy to Create Innovation Advantage

This week’s guest has been around in the innovation industry for quite some time. We know a lot of the same people as we were at two companies that worked closely together. Brad Chase is an author and a former Senior VP at Microsoft. We will discuss innovation advantage through strategy and insights from his […]

Aug 4, 2020 • 38:13

Using Strategy to Create Innovation Advantage

This week’s guest has been around in the innovation industry for quite some time. We know a lot of the same people as we were at two companies that worked closely together. Brad Chase is an author and a former Senior VP at Microsoft. We will discuss innovation advantage through strategy and insights from his book, Strategy First: How Businesses Win Big. Early Years Brad’s stepfather used to go to Heathkit stores to find computer parts and build computers. Through this, Brad saw a lot of future

Aug 4, 2020 • 38:13

How to Use Nature to Innovate Manufacturing

This week’s show is a follow up of a recent episode we did about 3D printing. A lot of the listeners were interested in learning more about the overall tools and techniques of 3D printing. Andy Roberts, Vice President, inventor, and lead developer of Live Parts at Desktop Metal, joins us to discuss 3D printing and how they seek to innovate manufacturing processes. Background Andy Roberts was in the software industry for many years before getting involved with 3D printing. Eventually, he wanted

Jul 28, 2020 • 38:09

How to Use Nature to Innovate Manufacturing

This week’s show is a follow up of a recent episode we did about 3D printing. A lot of the listeners were interested in learning more about the overall tools and techniques of 3D printing. Andy Roberts, Vice President, inventor, and lead developer of Live Parts™ at Desktop Metal, joins us to discuss 3D printing […]

Jul 28, 2020 • 38:09

Audio Innovations You Can Hear

This week’s guest innovates in an area that most view as already being innovated to its max potential. This view can’t be further from the truth, as this innovator and his team have made game-changing new products. Dave Fabry, Chief Innovation Officer at Starkey, joins us to discuss the innovation of hearing aids. We will discuss […]

Jul 21, 2020 • 38:07

Audio Innovations You Can Hear

This week’s guest innovates in an area that most view as already being innovated to its max potential. This view can’t be further from the truth, as this innovator and his team have made game-changing new products. Dave Fabry, Chief Innovation Officer at Starkey, joins us to discuss the innovation of hearing aids. We will discuss audio innovations and what Dave and Starkey are doing to advance hearing aids technology. Dave’s Background Dave is not the typical CIO, as he didn’t come from a tech b

Jul 21, 2020 • 38:07

Inside the Box Thinking

Over the last few weeks, we have been focusing the shows on different thinking styles, such as out of the box thinking. This week's topic is a different twist on what we have been recently discussing. People often overlook what I call inside the box thinking and try to stay away from it. On today's show, we will discuss inside the box thinking and how it can be utilized in any team or organization to boost innovation success. Inside the Box Thinking ‘Inside the box thinking' means to innovate w

Jul 14, 2020 • 38:07

Inside the Box Thinking

Over the last few weeks, we have been focusing the shows on different thinking styles, such as out of the box thinking. This week's topic is a different twist on what we have been recently discussing. People often overlook what I call inside the box thinking and try to stay away from it. On today's show, […]

Jul 14, 2020 • 38:07

Innovation Lessons from Bose

This week we are joined by a guest who has helped a wide range of companies speed up the process of innovation. John Carter, an inventor of Bose’s Noise Cancelling Headphones, designer of Apple’s New Product Process, and founder of TCGen Inc., joins us to talk innovation. We will discuss the lessons John learned while […]

Jul 7, 2020 • 38:07

Innovation Lessons from Bose

This week we are joined by a guest who has helped a wide range of companies speed up the process of innovation. John Carter, an inventor of Bose’s Noise Cancelling Headphones, designer of Apple’s New Product Process, and founder of TCGen Inc., joins us to talk innovation. We will discuss the lessons John learned while working under Dr. Bose that can help you better your innovation pursuits. Background John believes that viewing things as a system rather than individual components helps achieve

Jul 7, 2020 • 38:07

Out Of The Box Thinking – Part 2

We are picking up from where we left off on last week's show. We discussed out of the box thinking, which means to think from a different perspective. In Part 1, we discussed thinking differently and thinking unconventionally. On this week's show, we will discuss thinking specifically from a new perspective. Recap of Part 1 […]

Jun 30, 2020 • 38:12

Out Of The Box Thinking – Part 2

We are picking up from where we left off on last week's show. We discussed out of the box thinking, which means to think from a different perspective. In Part 1, we discussed thinking differently and thinking unconventionally. On this week's show, we will discuss thinking specifically from a new perspective. Recap of Part 1 We started last week talking about thinking styles. Some of us may have multiple styles, such as myself. I like to come up with creative ideas, but also tend to be an analys

Jun 30, 2020 • 38:12

Out Of The Box Thinking – Part 1

This week, we will cover a topic that is a bit of a spin-off from a show on buzzwords that I recently did. A listener of the show was confused about buzzwords and buzzphrases often used in the innovation space and sent me an email. We will discuss the buzzphrase “out of the box thinking,” analyze it, and discuss how you can think outside of the box to gain an edge in the world today. Out of the Box Thinking The term “out of the box thinking” is a metaphor that means to think from a new perspect

Jun 23, 2020 • 38:17

Out Of The Box Thinking – Part 1

This week, we will cover a topic that is a bit of a spin-off from a show on buzzwords that I recently did. A listener of the show was confused about buzzwords and buzzphrases often used in the innovation space and sent me an email. We will discuss the buzzphrase “out of the box thinking,” analyze […]

Jun 23, 2020 • 38:17

Thoughts on Innovation

This week’s show is a little different than usual. I will be discussing some of my thoughts on innovation, mainly on what’s going on, the current events. I will also be responding to some fan feedback. SpaceX One thing that has recently piqued my interest was the SpaceX Dragon demo launch. I was glued to the NASA stream and was quite impressed. The stream offered a great look at the inside of the rocket, and I got to watch the rocket launch into space. As a kid, I watched Apollo’s launch and Ne

Jun 16, 2020 • 38:07

Thoughts on Innovation

This week’s show is a little different than usual. I will be discussing some of my thoughts on innovation, mainly on what’s going on, the current events. I will also be responding to some fan feedback. SpaceX One thing that has recently piqued my interest was the SpaceX Dragon demo launch. I was glued to […]

Jun 16, 2020 • 38:07

Lessons Learned from Past Innovation Failures of AI

This week's guest comes from my family's neck of the woods, the state of Ohio. Jerry Abiog is the Co-founder and CMO of Standard Insights, an AI service growth platform. We will discuss his learning from past innovation failures, and how Standard Insights utilize AI to aid the growth of businesses. Background and Innovation Failures Jerry and I share a mutual appreciation for Ohio, as both my family and Jerry are from there. While talking about the state, we got into discussing the funding prog

Jun 9, 2020 • 38:10

Lessons Learned from Past Innovation Failures of AI

This week's guest comes from my family's neck of the woods, the state of Ohio. Jerry Abiog is the Co-founder and CMO of Standard Insights, an AI service growth platform. We will discuss his learning from past innovation failures, and how Standard Insights utilize AI to aid the growth of businesses. Background and Innovation Failures […]

Jun 9, 2020 • 38:10

Game-Changing Esport Innovations During COVID-19

While I was CTO at HP, I had the gaming division reporting to me. Also, I used to be a hardcore gamer, so gaming is something that has always held my interest. This week’s guest does an exciting twist on the typical gaming strategies/approaches. Austin Smith is the Co-founder and CEO of Mission Control. We […]

Jun 2, 2020 • 38:13

Game-Changing Esport Innovations During COVID-19

While I was CTO at HP, I had the gaming division reporting to me. Also, I used to be a hardcore gamer, so gaming is something that has always held my interest. This week’s guest does an exciting twist on the typical gaming strategies/approaches. Austin Smith is the Co-founder and CEO of Mission Control. We will discuss esport innovations, and what his company is doing to change the esports world. Gaming Austin found his passion for gaming while growing up and gaming with his brother and his fri

Jun 2, 2020 • 38:13

COVID-19 Innovations: From Scuba to Medical Face Mask With 3D Printing

This week’s guest on The Killer Innovations Show has innovation experience in a variety of different industries. Jonah Myerberg is the CTO at Desktop Metal, a company that specializes in metal and carbon fiber 3D printing technology. We will discuss 3D printing and the COVID-19 innovations that Desktop Metal is doing during this pandemic. Jonah’s experience Jonah started at Black & Decker, making power tools. He went on to work at Bose Corporations, which exposed him to a high level of innovati

May 26, 2020 • 38:49

COVID-19 Innovations: From Scuba to Medical Face Mask With 3D Printing

This week’s guest on The Killer Innovations Show has innovation experience in a variety of different industries. Jonah Myerberg is the CTO at Desktop Metal, a company that specializes in metal and carbon fiber 3D printing technology. We will discuss 3D printing and the COVID-19 innovations that Desktop Metal is doing during this pandemic. Jonah’s […]

May 26, 2020 • 38:49

Innovation Buzzwords

This week, we will do something that's a bit different from our recent shows. We will be discussing innovation buzzwords, things that are often misused inside and outside of the innovation world. Innovation Buzzwords A buzzword is a term that can be technical or specific to an industry or a job function. It is often […]

May 19, 2020 • 38:44

Innovation Buzzwords

This week, we will do something that's a bit different from our recent shows. We will be discussing innovation buzzwords, things that are often misused inside and outside of the innovation world. Innovation Buzzwords A buzzword is a term that can be technical or specific to an industry or a job function. It is often used to impress ordinary people, and also often pushing them away. One typical example is synergy, which simply means working together. Another example would be clickbait, which is

May 19, 2020 • 38:44

Virtual Brainstorming: Innovating Ideas for New Zoom Features

Due to the great feedback we received from our previous Virtual Brainstorming show, we will be doing another one this week. Our goal at the end of the show is to come up with a list of suggested features for our sponsor, Zoom. They have experienced a lot of growth during the COVID-19 pandemic and […]

May 12, 2020 • 38:39

Virtual Brainstorming: Innovating Ideas for New Zoom Features

Due to the great feedback we received from our previous Virtual Brainstorming show, we will be doing another one this week. Our goal at the end of the show is to come up with a list of suggested features for our sponsor, Zoom. They have experienced a lot of growth during the COVID-19 pandemic and has seen new usage in a lot of unique ways. Virtual Brainstorming Part of today’s objective is to show how you guys can conduct a virtual brainstorm by yourselves using Jamboard. The process will help

May 12, 2020 • 38:39

Virtual Brainstorming: Changes To Your Customer Segments From COVID-19

On this week's show, I will be demonstrating a private ideation session that you can do on your own. A virtual brainstorm session helps in generating key ideas and solutions to the various problems you may be facing. There are numerous tools you can use for this, but today I will be using Jamboard from […]

May 5, 2020 • 38:50

Virtual Brainstorming: Changes To Your Customer Segments From COVID-19

On this week's show, I will be demonstrating a private ideation session that you can do on your own. A virtual brainstorm session helps in generating key ideas and solutions to the various problems you may be facing. There are numerous tools you can use for this, but today I will be using Jamboard from […]

May 5, 2020 • 38:50

Laser-Powered Innovation

Joining us via Zoom this week is William Benner, the President and CTO of Pangolin Laser Systems. We will discuss laser technology and what he's doing to change laser-powered innovation. Pangolin Laser Systems William got into electronics because of his father, who worked as an engineer at NASA. I attended college to study electronics but was also in a rock band. During my time in a rock band, the focus was not always on the music. We enjoyed being flashy and creative and got people excited abo

Apr 28, 2020 • 38:46

Laser-Powered Innovation

Joining us via Zoom this week is William Benner, the President and CTO of Pangolin Laser Systems. We will discuss laser technology and what he's doing to change laser-powered innovation. Pangolin Laser Systems William got into electronics because of his father, who worked as an engineer at NASA. I attended college to study electronics but […]

Apr 28, 2020 • 38:46

Disruptive Shocks

This week's show is an excerpt from a recent webinar I did on how to survive and thrive during challenging times such as these. At the end of today's show, I will share how you can attend the free webinar series through Zoom, known as Disruptive Shock. Disruptive Shock We're currently experiencing what I call a disruptive shock. What is a disruptive shock? It's a sudden upsetting or surprising event or experience that stop things from continuing as usual. COVID-19 is the poster child for a disr

Apr 21, 2020 • 38:54

Disruptive Shocks

This week's show is an excerpt from a recent webinar I did on how to survive and thrive during challenging times such as these. At the end of today's show, I will share how you can attend the free webinar series through Zoom, known as Disruptive Shock. Disruptive Shock We're currently experiencing what I call […]

Apr 21, 2020 • 38:54

Experimentation is the Engine of Innovation

This week's guest is an innovation guru from one of the world's leading business schools. Stefan Thomke is a William Barclay Harding Professor of Business Administration Chair at Harvard Business School and a widely published author around innovation processes. We will discuss Stefan's new book, “Experimentation Works: The Surprising Power of Business Experiments,” and how experimentation functions as the engine of innovation. Experimentation Stefan says he got involved in experimentation while

Apr 14, 2020 • 38:51

Experimentation is the Engine of Innovation

This week's guest is an innovation guru from one of the world's leading business schools. Stefan Thomke is a William Barclay Harding Professor of Business Administration Chair at Harvard Business School and a widely published author around innovation processes. We will discuss Stefan's new book, “Experimentation Works: The Surprising Power of Business Experiments,” and how experimentation […]

Apr 14, 2020 • 38:51

Looking Back at 15 Years of Killer Innovations

We are celebrating the 16th season of The Killer Innovations Show. This week, Bob O’Donnell, Silicon Valley veteran, the President, Founder, and Chief Analyst at TECHnalysis Research, joins us to discuss the history of Killer Innovations and some memorable moments throughout the history of the show. How It All Started Let’s talk about the backstory of the podcast. In 2004 while at HP, I spoke with my mentor Bob Davis. I asked him how I could pay him back for all the help he had given me in my l

Apr 7, 2020 • 38:47

Looking Back at 15 Years of Killer Innovations

We are celebrating the 16th season of The Killer Innovations Show. This week, Bob O’Donnell, Silicon Valley veteran, the President, Founder, and Chief Analyst at TECHnalysis Research, joins us to discuss the history of Killer Innovations and some memorable moments throughout the history of the show. How It All Started Let’s talk about the backstory of […]

Apr 7, 2020 • 38:47

Playing Personality Poker with Your Innovation Team

This week’s guest is involved in the innovation game for as long as I’ve been around. Stephen Shapiro is a leading speaker and author on innovation, who previously lead a 20,000-person innovation practice at Accenture. We will discuss creativity, reframing questions, and how diverse personalities can come together to create a thriving innovation team. Creativity & the Innovation Team Stephen says that we all start with a high level of creativity. We are all creative in our ways, but some people

Mar 31, 2020 • 38:47

Playing Personality Poker with Your Innovation Team

This week’s guest is involved in the innovation game for as long as I’ve been around. Stephen Shapiro is a leading speaker and author on innovation, who previously lead a 20,000-person innovation practice at Accenture. We will discuss creativity, reframing questions, and how diverse personalities can come together to create a thriving innovation team. Creativity […]

Mar 31, 2020 • 38:47

The Optimal Innovation Team Size Is…

On this week’s show, we will be discussing the most optimal innovation team size that will generate the most creativity and innovative ideas. This topic is something that would have helped me much if I had studied and learned it early on in my career. I will also discuss eight types of people that every innovation team needs to be successful. Innovation Team Size Study Does team size have an impact? Recently, I read a study done by Jeanne Brett and Dashum Wang from the Kellogg School of Managem

Mar 24, 2020 • 38:44

The Optimal Innovation Team Size Is…

On this week’s show, we will be discussing the most optimal innovation team size that will generate the most creativity and innovative ideas. This topic is something that would have helped me much if I had studied and learned it early on in my career. I will also discuss eight types of people that every […]

Mar 24, 2020 • 38:44

Innovating Technologies behind the Tech

Introduced to me through a mutual contact I worked with at HP, this week’s guest is the Senior Vice President of Product and Technology at Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI), Arsham Hatambeiki. We will discuss innovating technologies and what UEI is doing to make in-home technology experiences better for the consumer. UEI What is UEI, and what is the company’s history? Arsham says he’d bet just about every listener of the show has a product of UEI. The company started with a basic concept of maki

Mar 17, 2020 • 38:36

Innovating Technologies behind the Tech

Introduced to me through a mutual contact I worked with at HP, this week’s guest is the Senior Vice President of Product and Technology at Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI), Arsham Hatambeiki. We will discuss innovating technologies and what UEI is doing to make in-home technology experiences better for the consumer. UEI What is UEI, and […]

Mar 17, 2020 • 38:36

Global Perspective on Changing Innovation Landscape

Today’s guest is one who I met a few years ago at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Albert Zeeman is the Director of Marketing Services at GBO Innovations Makers and is an editor for the GadgetGear tech blog from the Netherlands. On today’s show, we will discuss his perspective on the changing innovation landscape. Governments at CES With all the changes with the companies at CES, what have you seen? Albert says he’s seen a lot of changes in his 16 years attending CES. I’ve seen different tre

Mar 10, 2020 • 38:47

Global Perspective on Changing Innovation Landscape

Today’s guest is one who I met a few years ago at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Albert Zeeman is the Director of Marketing Services at GBO Innovations Makers and is an editor for the GadgetGear tech blog from the Netherlands. On today’s show, we will discuss his perspective on the changing innovation landscape. Governments […]

Mar 10, 2020 • 38:47

Sports Tech Innovation Beyond The Field

This week's guest is an old friend of mine with an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for collegiate athletics. Craig Ridley, CEO, and Co-Founder of ROUTE Analytics Inc. joins us to discuss some game-changing innovation efforts in the world of college sports recruitment. On today's show, we will discuss sports tech innovation and what ROUTE is doing […]

Mar 3, 2020 • 38:53

Sports Tech Innovation Beyond The Field

This week's guest is an old friend of mine with an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for collegiate athletics. Craig Ridley, CEO, and Co-Founder of ROUTE Analytics Inc. joins us to discuss some game-changing innovation efforts in the world of college sports recruitment. On today's show, we will discuss sports tech innovation and what ROUTE is doing to help young student-athletes make their dreams come true. ROUTE What is ROUTE? Craig says ROUTE Analytics is the convergence of three of his ma

Mar 3, 2020 • 38:53

Bringing the Game to Gaming Tech Innovation #CES2020

Today's guest is one that I had the privilege of working alongside during my time at HP. Luca Di Fiore, Head of Products at Xtreme Performance Gear, joins us here at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2020, to discuss some game-changing innovation efforts. On this week's show, we will discuss gaming tech innovation and the latest at […]

Feb 25, 2020 • 38:41

Bringing the Game to Gaming Tech Innovation #CES2020

Today's guest is one that I had the privilege of working alongside during my time at HP. Luca Di Fiore, Head of Products at Xtreme Performance Gear, joins us here at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2020, to discuss some game-changing innovation efforts. On this week's show, we will discuss gaming tech innovation and the latest at Xtreme Performance Gear (XPG). XPG During my time at HP, I worked alongside Luca in the Innovation Program Office. Luca leads the effort for the carbon fiber lapto

Feb 25, 2020 • 38:41

Where is IoT Going? #CES2020

Today’s guest is no stranger to the Killer Innovations Show,  John Osborne II, Chairman of the Board of the Zigbee Alliance and General – Manager of Leedarson North America, joins us at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). On this week’s show, we will discuss the growth of IoT devices and the trend of consolidation within IoT. […]

Feb 18, 2020 • 38:28

Where is IoT Going? #CES2020

Today’s guest is no stranger to the Killer Innovations Show,  John Osborne II, Chairman of the Board of the Zigbee Alliance and General – Manager of Leedarson North America, joins us at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). On this week’s show, we will discuss the growth of IoT devices and the trend of consolidation within IoT. The Zigbee Alliance  With the recent scale-up of the device connectivity arena, what’s Zigbee been up to? John says that Zigbee has formed together with Apple, Google, a

Feb 18, 2020 • 38:28

Innovating Across Enterprises #CES2020

A groundbreaking innovation group joined us this year at the Consumer Electronics Show 2020 (CES). E-Novia is an innovation company that inserts robotics and AI into everything they do. Our guests include Ivo Boniolo, Chief Innovation Officer and co-founder of E-Novia, Fabio Todeschini from BluBrake, Roberto Rossi from Smart Robots, and Patrizia Casali from Wahu, all enterprises of E-Novia. We will discuss E-Novia’s product lines and how they are infusing robotics and AI throughout various enter

Feb 11, 2020 • 38:46

Innovating Across Enterprises #CES2020

A groundbreaking innovation group joined us this year at the Consumer Electronics Show 2020 (CES). E-Novia is an innovation company that inserts robotics and AI into everything they do. Our guests include Ivo Boniolo, Chief Innovation Officer and co-founder of E-Novia, Fabio Todeschini from BluBrake, Roberto Rossi from Smart Robots, and Patrizia Casali from Wahu, all enterprises […]

Feb 11, 2020 • 38:46

Renaissance Era in Innovation #CES2020

Two outstanding guests joined us while we were at the Consumer Electronics Show 2020 (CES). Bob O’Donnell, the President, Founder, and Chief Analyst at TECHnalysis Research, and Greg Johnston from Manta5, a company that offers the world’s first Hydrofoil Bike that replicates the cycling experience on the water. This week on Killer Innovations, we will […]

Feb 4, 2020 • 38:43

Renaissance Era in Innovation #CES2020

Two outstanding guests joined us while we were at the Consumer Electronics Show 2020 (CES). Bob O’Donnell, the President, Founder, and Chief Analyst at TECHnalysis Research, and Greg Johnston from Manta5, a company that offers the world’s first Hydrofoil Bike that replicates the cycling experience on the water. This week on Killer Innovations, we will discuss CES, the PC industry, and Manta5’s new game-changing product. Standing Out at CES With the size and noise of the Consumer Electronics Sho

Feb 4, 2020 • 38:43

Dept of Energy on AI and its Impact #CES2020

This year at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), we witnessed a notable trend occurring. Government agencies from all over the nation, as well as foreign government agencies, were seen at the show. This week, Dr. Dimitri Kusnezov, the Deputy Under Secretary for AI and Technology at the U.S Dept of Energy, joins us on The Killer Innovations Show. We will discuss what the future of AI looks like from the Department of Energy’s side of things. The Dept of Energy’s Mission Typically, people don’t

Jan 28, 2020 • 38:43

Dept of Energy on AI and its Impact #CES2020

This year at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), we witnessed a notable trend occurring. Government agencies from all over the nation, as well as foreign government agencies, were seen at the show. This week, Dr. Dimitri Kusnezov, the Deputy Under Secretary for AI and Technology at the U.S Dept of Energy, joins us on The Killer […]

Jan 28, 2020 • 38:43

Impact From Innovation: Personal and Global #CES2020

This week on Killer Innovations, we are joined by two guests here at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Scott Kim, CEO of NEOFECT USA, an innovative health tech company, and Sarah Brown, the Director of Event Communications for the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) are joining us on the show. We will discuss technology in the health industry and the future of CES. NEOFECT NEOFECT’s focus is on aiding people in stroke rehabilitation by providing them with top tier health technology. Their

Jan 21, 2020 • 38:43

Impact From Innovation: Personal and Global #CES2020

This week on Killer Innovations, we are joined by two guests here at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Scott Kim, CEO of NEOFECT USA, an innovative health tech company, and Sarah Brown, the Director of Event Communications for the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) are joining us on the show. We will discuss technology in the […]

Jan 21, 2020 • 38:43

Tim Bajarin on Future Innovation Platforms #CES2020

Today’s guest is one of the top technology industry analysts, well known in Silicon Valley and globally. When he talks about your company or products, you hope it is more positive than negative as his word moves the markets. Our guest is here with us at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which is his 50th. […]

Jan 15, 2020 • 38:48

Tim Bajarin on Future Innovation Platforms #CES2020

Today’s guest is one of the top technology industry analysts, well known in Silicon Valley and globally. When he talks about your company or products, you hope it is more positive than negative as his word moves the markets. Our guest is here with us at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which is his 50th. This week on Killer Innovations, Tim Bajarin joins us to discuss what is real and becoming a future innovation platform. How’s it Shaping Up CES has evolved over the years from a heavy foc

Jan 15, 2020 • 38:48

Will AI Replace Human Creativity?

AI has become the new buzzword that has been applied to anything and everything. You can’t attend trade shows without seeing AI attached to labels such as AI apps, AI-enhanced coffee, and AI influenced healthcare, etc. As of recent, AI has been in transition mode. It has moved from merely a “hype label” to something […]

Jan 7, 2020 • 38:36

Will AI Replace Human Creativity?

AI has become the new buzzword that has been applied to anything and everything. You can’t attend trade shows without seeing AI attached to labels such as AI apps, AI-enhanced coffee, and AI influenced healthcare, etc. As of recent, AI has been in transition mode. It has moved from merely a “hype label” to something of reality. Some are even calling it the AI-driven “fourth industrial revolution.” On today’s show, I am going to be discussing AI and how it can be applied and used in innovation.

Jan 7, 2020 • 38:36

Dean Kamen on Making Life Better

Today’s guest stands as one of the top inventors and scientists of our time. Dean Kamen has been innovating for decades and is known for his invention of the Segway, the infusion pump, the iBOT wheelchair, and many more game-changing inventions. This week on Killer Innovations, Dean Kamen joins us to discuss inventions and what he is currently doing to help change the world.  Helping People Live Better Dean is continuously trying to invent things to aid those in need. He has worked on taking te

Dec 24, 2019 • 38:03

Dean Kamen on Making Life Better

Today’s guest stands as one of the top inventors and scientists of our time. Dean Kamen has been innovating for decades and is known for his invention of the Segway, the infusion pump, the iBOT wheelchair, and many more game-changing inventions. This week on Killer Innovations, Dean Kamen joins us to discuss inventions and what […]

Dec 24, 2019 • 38:03

Steve Guggenheimer on Accelerating AI

Artificial intelligence is quickly growing in the technology world today. Google and Microsoft have invested heavily in AI. Does AI live up to the hype around it? Will the building blocks of AI transform from hype to reality? Today’s guest stands at the forefront of artificial intelligence advancement. Steve Guggenheimer has been with Microsoft for 26 years and has been heavily involved in the company’s AI ventures. This week on Killer Innovations, Steve Guggenheimer joins us to discuss the pro

Dec 17, 2019 • 38:06

Steve Guggenheimer on Accelerating AI

Artificial intelligence is quickly growing in the technology world today. Google and Microsoft have invested heavily in AI. Does AI live up to the hype around it? Will the building blocks of AI transform from hype to reality? Today’s guest stands at the forefront of artificial intelligence advancement. Steve Guggenheimer has been with Microsoft for […]

Dec 17, 2019 • 38:06

Innovation Reform

When you are going to reform something, the goal is to change it to something better. It is to reshape or correct something. It comes in cycles. We see it in the financial industry through Wall St. and the many government regulations. Policies, rules, regulations, laws, etc. all drive reform. What is the catalyst to reform? To go in the opposite direction by deregulating, removing regulations to let the market take over. On today’s show, I am going to be discussing and explaining what innovation

Dec 10, 2019 • 38:36

Innovation Reform

When you are going to reform something, the goal is to change it to something better. It is to reshape or correct something. It comes in cycles. We see it in the financial industry through Wall St. and the many government regulations. Policies, rules, regulations, laws, etc. all drive reform. What is the catalyst to […]

Dec 10, 2019 • 38:36

Value of Innovation: Know What is Important

Organizations are always trying to create the next big thing. What drives these organizations to create something new to bring to the marketplace? These are solving problems, creating opportunities, removing barriers, etc. What do all these things add up? They create value. How do you find out what people value? Look at who is going to benefit from what you are creating. You may think you know who they are, but odds are, you’re wrong. I’ll bet you are wrong. Why? You are too close to what you ar

Dec 3, 2019 • 37:59

Value of Innovation: Know What is Important

Organizations are always trying to create the next big thing. What drives these organizations to create something new to bring to the marketplace? These are solving problems, creating opportunities, removing barriers, etc. What do all these things add up? They create value. How do you find out what people value? Look at who is going […]

Dec 3, 2019 • 37:59

4 Leadership Struggles I Had to Overcome

Many leaders act as if the point they’ve reached in their careers was easy to reach. This week on the Killer Innovations show, I will be discussing the various struggles all leaders face and how to counteract them. From my perspective, as I progressed throughout my career, I ran into many different struggles. These struggles are some that I believe every leader will encounter. Rather than hiding these struggles from you, I will be putting them out in the sunlight for all of you to see. I have c

Nov 26, 2019 • 38:44

4 Leadership Struggles I Had to Overcome

Many leaders act as if the point they’ve reached in their careers was easy to reach. This week on the Killer Innovations show, I will be discussing the various struggles all leaders face and how to counteract them. From my perspective, as I progressed throughout my career, I ran into many different struggles. These struggles […]

Nov 26, 2019 • 38:44

Idea Hacking: Feature Innovation Versus Function Innovation

What do you think about when looking at innovation? Most organizations look at innovation as the process of coming up with new products. This statement is only partially correct. How do you achieve innovation success? The innovation world is continuously moving. Finding the best way to innovate products and services is vital to success. How […]

Nov 19, 2019 • 38:12

Idea Hacking: Feature Innovation Versus Function Innovation

What do you think about when looking at innovation? Most organizations look at innovation as the process of coming up with new products. This statement is only partially correct. How do you achieve innovation success? The innovation world is continuously moving. Finding the best way to innovate products and services is vital to success. How do you find the best way to innovate in your arena? Is there a better way to go beyond the small fixes and reach new possibilities? On today’s show, I will d

Nov 19, 2019 • 38:12

Six Innovation Skills Everyone Needs

What are the innovation skills needed to be successful in creating new ideas and products? Many people often find themselves void of creativity in the innovation world. This stems from a deeper issue. On today’s show, we will go through in more detail what innovation skills separate those that have limited success to those that […]

Nov 12, 2019 • 38:43

Six Innovation Skills Everyone Needs

What are the innovation skills needed to be successful in creating new ideas and products? Many people often find themselves void of creativity in the innovation world. This stems from a deeper issue. On today’s show, we will go through in more detail what innovation skills separate those that have limited success to those that have continual success. The core set of skills to be successful and to win regardless of your organization type, size or geographical location are the same. Self-Confide

Nov 12, 2019 • 38:43

James ‘Hondo’ Geurts on Taking the Navy into the Next Wave of Innovation

How do you manage over $100B in spending to innovate and not let that scale overcome your vision and approach to driving the most effective outcomes?  Can you balance speed and performance, short and long term innovation in parallel? Today’s guest on Killer Innovations stands at the forefront of these decisive decisions every day and has a keen eye for high speed, low drag. Assistant Secretary of Research, Development, and Acquisition James ‘Hondo’ Geurts has been innovating the U.S military’s e

Nov 5, 2019 • 38:04

James ‘Hondo’ Geurts on Taking the Navy into the Next Wave of Innovation

How do you manage over $100B in spending to innovate and not let that scale overcome your vision and approach to driving the most effective outcomes?  Can you balance speed and performance, short and long term innovation in parallel? Today’s guest on Killer Innovations stands at the forefront of these decisive decisions every day and […]

Nov 5, 2019 • 38:04

4 Challenges Facing Innovation

What can derail the innovation journey?  Recently, I finished a 3.5-day Innovation Bootcamp. In the end, I was asked an interesting question with a different look and perspective of innovation, now and in the future. The participant asked what challenges are facing innovation. After answering the question for the group, I put more thought into […]

Oct 29, 2019 • 38:20

4 Challenges Facing Innovation

What can derail the innovation journey?  Recently, I finished a 3.5-day Innovation Bootcamp. In the end, I was asked an interesting question with a different look and perspective of innovation, now and in the future. The participant asked what challenges are facing innovation. After answering the question for the group, I put more thought into what I’ve seen in the past, is happening today and can persist in the future. In today’s show, I will examine in more detail what I see as the 4 challenge

Oct 29, 2019 • 38:20

Steve Hellmuth on Innovating the New NBA Experience

Creating and continually innovating the entertainment experience to keep your customers on the edge of their seats is a monumental undertaking. Can the entertainment experience go to new levels? What cool innovations and technologies is the sports industry doing to make your time watching an event/ game more enjoyable? Today’s guest is always on the forefront of what it takes to keep customers engaged in the experience.  Steve Hellmuth has been innovating the customer experience for over 30 yea

Oct 22, 2019 • 37:54

Steve Hellmuth on Innovating the New NBA Experience

Creating and continually innovating the entertainment experience to keep your customers on the edge of their seats is a monumental undertaking. Can the entertainment experience go to new levels? What cool innovations and technologies is the sports industry doing to make your time watching an event/ game more enjoyable? Today’s guest is always on the […]

Oct 22, 2019 • 37:54

Scott McNealy on Controversy Generates Good Ideas

Is controversy good when it comes to innovating? Today’s guest is passionate about creating breakthroughs and states ‘If it isn’t controversial, it’s not a good idea’. Scott McNealy knows a few things about changing the game by challenging the status quo, disrupting platforms, products and services. Focusing on continually challenging an idea, model, platform, technology and service leads to disruptive breakthroughs and advances society. This week on Killer Innovations, Scott McNealy joins us to

Oct 15, 2019 • 47:38

Scott McNealy on Controversy Generates Good Ideas

Is controversy good when it comes to innovating? Today’s guest is passionate about creating breakthroughs and states ‘If it isn’t controversial, it’s not a good idea’. Scott McNealy knows a few things about changing the game by challenging the status quo, disrupting platforms, products and services. Focusing on continually challenging an idea, model, platform, technology […]

Oct 15, 2019 • 47:38

Safi Bahcall on Loonshots: Creating & Nurturing Crazy Ideas

Have you created a Loonshot? Have people dismissed or laughed at your Loonshot? Safi Bahcall takes us through how to manage Loonshots—a big goal, an audacious idea which has a lot of enthusiasm and support, but may be viewed as crazy. What if you nurtured these crazy ideas that are dismissed and written off. Loonshots have always been created and declared, but not always nurtured, which is critical for real success. This week on Killer Innovations, Safi Bahcall joins us to discuss how to handle

Oct 8, 2019 • 38:26

Safi Bahcall on Loonshots: Creating & Nurturing Crazy Ideas

Have you created a Loonshot? Have people dismissed or laughed at your Loonshot? Safi Bahcall takes us through how to manage Loonshots—a big goal, an audacious idea which has a lot of enthusiasm and support, but may be viewed as crazy. What if you nurtured these crazy ideas that are dismissed and written off. Loonshots […]

Oct 8, 2019 • 38:26

Donald Rattner on Design of a Place and its Effect on Creativity

Does architecture have an effect on how we think, feel, and act?  Donald Rattner has researched and explored environmental psychology and come to the conclusion that it does.  This fact plays into our daily lives, affecting how we act and feel at the office and in our personal lives.  This week on Killer Innovations, Donald […]

Oct 1, 2019 • 38:37

Donald Rattner on Design of a Place and its Effect on Creativity

Does architecture have an effect on how we think, feel, and act?  Donald Rattner has researched and explored environmental psychology and come to the conclusion that it does.  This fact plays into our daily lives, affecting how we act and feel at the office and in our personal lives.  This week on Killer Innovations, Donald Rattner joins us to discuss innovation and creativity in design of architectures that impact our daily lives. Natures Effect on Creativity What is the role of nature in rega

Oct 1, 2019 • 38:37

Katherine Radeka on Challenges of Innovation in a Large Organization

This week on Killer Innovations, I am joined in the studio by Katherine Radeka.  Katherine is the founder of Rapid Learning Cycles Institute.  She has a new book coming out on October 1st called “High Velocity Innovation.” Katherine started her career at HP and then went on to carry on Dr. Ellen Wards legacy as […]

Sep 24, 2019 • 38:07

Katherine Radeka on Challenges of Innovation in a Large Organization

This week on Killer Innovations, I am joined in the studio by Katherine Radeka.  Katherine is the founder of Rapid Learning Cycles Institute.  She has a new book coming out on October 1st called “High Velocity Innovation.” Katherine started her career at HP and then went on to carry on Dr. Ellen Wards legacy as a lean product consultant. Challenges of Innovation The challenge inside large organizations is the challenge of catching of the innovation.  Inside any organization there has to be a pu

Sep 24, 2019 • 38:07

Phillip Merrick On Being The Innovation First Mover

On this week’s episode of Killer Innovations, Phillip Merrick joins us in the studio. Phillip and his wife Caren started a company called webMethods and pioneered the use of web services integrating, machines, software applications and databases with XML-based software integration technologies.  Phillip was the co-founder of a web-multimedia resume company VisualCV and is currently CEO of cloud security company Fugue, igniting their own innovations. As a serial entrepreneur he is accustomed to

Sep 17, 2019 • 31:20

Phillip Merrick On Being The Innovation First Mover

On this week’s episode of Killer Innovations, Phillip Merrick joins us in the studio. Phillip and his wife Caren started a company called webMethods and pioneered the use of web services integrating, machines, software applications and databases with XML-based software integration technologies.  Phillip was the co-founder of a web-multimedia resume company VisualCV and is currently […]

Sep 17, 2019 • 31:20

Mike George on Manufacturing Innovation Using AI

On this week’s show of Killer Innovations, Michael George, Author, Entrepreneur and CEO of AI Technologies joins us as our guest. He is the founder of Lean Six Sigma, the most widely used process improvement method used globally. Since 2012, Mike has worked on applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) as the next big process breakthrough beyond […]

Sep 10, 2019 • 37:50

Mike George on Manufacturing Innovation Using AI

On this week’s show of Killer Innovations, Michael George, Author, Entrepreneur and CEO of AI Technologies joins us as our guest. He is the founder of Lean Six Sigma, the most widely used process improvement method used globally. Since 2012, Mike has worked on applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) as the next big process breakthrough beyond Lean Six Sigma.  Over the years, Mike has worked with Fortune 100 companies and Government’s globally and was Founder and CEO of The George Group, which he s

Sep 10, 2019 • 37:50

Innovation Leadership and Going Beyond the Obvious

What are the unique skill sets needed for innovation leadership?  We all have a list of what good leadership skills are but what are the unique ones you need to be a true innovation leader?  Today on Killer Innovations, I will discuss what I have found to be the skills needed for successful innovation leadership. Innovation Leadership Skills These leadership skills apply to all organizations, whether you are small organizations or a large organization. Integrity You need to trust the people y

Sep 3, 2019 • 38:17

Innovation Leadership and Going Beyond the Obvious

What are the unique skill sets needed for innovation leadership?  We all have a list of what good leadership skills are but what are the unique ones you need to be a true innovation leader?  Today on Killer Innovations, I will discuss what I have found to be the skills needed for successful innovation leadership. […]

Sep 3, 2019 • 38:17

Innovation Can Happen Anywhere, to Anything and by Anyone!

We love to say anything can be innovated, anyone can innovate and innovation can happen anywhere.  Silicon Valley and other recognized innovation hubs do not have a lock on innovation or a secret sauce that cannot be modeled or improved on.  It takes a willingness to put time, your resources, explore and expand your creativity (we all have it) beyond where you are today to see the non-obvious.  When you do, you will be like our Kentucky guests, innovating in a non-traditional innovation hub, non

Aug 27, 2019 • 38:19

Innovation Can Happen Anywhere, to Anything and by Anyone!

We love to say anything can be innovated, anyone can innovate and innovation can happen anywhere.  Silicon Valley and other recognized innovation hubs do not have a lock on innovation or a secret sauce that cannot be modeled or improved on.  It takes a willingness to put time, your resources, explore and expand your creativity […]

Aug 27, 2019 • 38:19

Overcoming Impostor Syndrome to Create the Next Game-Changing Innovation

I was recently asked to give a talk at TEDx Boulder.  The talk was based on a speech I gave in D.C. a few months past.  Humans have a superpower. That superpower is the ability to convince ourselves that something is true when it is not.  Seventy-five percent of us have convinced ourselves that we are […]

Aug 20, 2019 • 37:56

Overcoming Impostor Syndrome to Create the Next Game-Changing Innovation

I was recently asked to give a talk at TEDx Boulder.  The talk was based on a speech I gave in D.C. a few months past.  Humans have a superpower. That superpower is the ability to convince ourselves that something is true when it is not.  Seventy-five percent of us have convinced ourselves that we are an impostor or fraud when it comes to our jobs and careers.  Psychologists refer to this as the impostor syndrome. The impostor syndrome is questioning our achievements and living with the fear tha

Aug 20, 2019 • 37:56

Innovation Bootcamp – How To Win In The Emerging Creative Economy

To win in the highly competitive markets of today, we need to win in the emerging creative economy. Key to this success is helping our teams re-discover their natural ability to be highly creative. Today's show is the audio from a keynote speech I gave at the Business Alliance Bootcamp for growing companies and entrepreneurs in Washington DC. Creativity Economy Knowledge is becoming a commodity.  If you have a job that can be taught at a University, your skill is at risk and your job is at risk.

Aug 13, 2019 • 37:47

Innovation Bootcamp – How To Win In The Emerging Creative Economy

To win in the highly competitive markets of today, we need to win in the emerging creative economy. Key to this success is helping our teams re-discover their natural ability to be highly creative. Today's show is the audio from a keynote speech I gave at the Business Alliance Bootcamp for growing companies and entrepreneurs […]

Aug 13, 2019 • 37:47

7 Laws of Innovation and Benefitting from Coaching Insights

Laws of Innovation Why do some organizations have better innovation than others?  Over the years I have collected what I call the “7 Immutable Laws of Innovation.”  No single organization could be successful in all of these laws but there are always opportunities to improve.  Let’s get started with the laws of Innovation.   Law of Leadership. Leadership sets the tone of the organization. This includes the: Board of Directors and CEO Direct Reports (other C-levels, Vice President’s, Directors

Aug 6, 2019 • 38:15

7 Laws of Innovation and Benefitting from Coaching Insights

Laws of Innovation Why do some organizations have better innovation than others?  Over the years I have collected what I call the “7 Immutable Laws of Innovation.”  No single organization could be successful in all of these laws but there are always opportunities to improve.  Let’s get started with the laws of Innovation.   Law […]

Aug 6, 2019 • 38:15

Better Ways to Co-Innovation and Strategic Storytelling

Co-Innovation What is Co-Innovation?  Co-Innovation is two parties with unique expertise that come together in a 50/50 funding of resources.  The key component being they have complimentary interests. Think of it as a Venn diagram.  The goal of Co-Innovation is to find where the Venn diagrams overlap.  Co-Innovation means: Two parties with patented expertise. A complete 50/50 venture. Define what it is/why it exists. Find the common area of interests. Agree on what the target is. How do you g

Jul 30, 2019 • 38:08

Better Ways to Co-Innovation and Strategic Storytelling

Co-Innovation What is Co-Innovation?  Co-Innovation is two parties with unique expertise that come together in a 50/50 funding of resources.  The key component being they have complimentary interests. Think of it as a Venn diagram.  The goal of Co-Innovation is to find where the Venn diagrams overlap.  Co-Innovation means: Two parties with patented expertise. A […]

Jul 30, 2019 • 38:08

Apollo 11 Moon Landing: the Innovation that gave NASA and the World the View

The success of the Apollo 11 mission, the first moon landing, inspires our innovative passions and pursuits.  With the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11 landing on the moon, I’ve been looking back at all of those that impacted and supported an incredible journey.  In this episode of Killer Innovations, I had the pleasure of interviewing the inventor of the early display technology that ultimately resulted in the creation of the moon monitor.  It was the moon monitor that allowed NASA and the rest of

Jul 23, 2019 • 38:15

Apollo 11 Moon Landing: the Innovation that gave NASA and the World the View

The success of the Apollo 11 mission, the first moon landing, inspires our innovative passions and pursuits.  With the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11 landing on the moon, I’ve been looking back at all of those that impacted and supported an incredible journey.  In this episode of Killer Innovations, I had the pleasure of interviewing […]

Jul 23, 2019 • 38:15

Innovation Strength: Acquiring Innovation/ Avoiding the Biggest Risks to Innovation

What is the strength of innovation in your organization?  In this week’s Killer Innovations, we explore avenues to building innovation strength.  Innovation from Mergers and Acquisitions can be a fast track to innovation.  What are the pros and cons to this innovation path? We also look at the five biggest risks to innovation.  Your company’s […]

Jul 16, 2019 • 38:15

Innovation Strength: Acquiring Innovation/ Avoiding the Biggest Risks to Innovation

What is the strength of innovation in your organization?  In this week’s Killer Innovations, we explore avenues to building innovation strength.  Innovation from Mergers and Acquisitions can be a fast track to innovation.  What are the pros and cons to this innovation path? We also look at the five biggest risks to innovation.  Your company’s innovation depends on avoiding the pitfalls. Is building innovation strength through acquiring innovation right for your company?  Avoiding the risks to in

Jul 16, 2019 • 38:15

Ideas + Innovation Culture = Innovation Success

Innovation is all about translating ideas into real products, real services and real solutions.   Ideas without execution are a hobby.  Is your organization in the business of innovation?   This week’s show boils it down to a simple equation.  Ideas + Innovation Culture = Innovation Success.  The process starts with ideas and the management of them.  But ideas won’t develop and thrive without the right culture.  Core Attributes are about setting the basis for Innovation Culture.  When you set up

Jul 10, 2019 • 38:11

Ideas + Innovation Culture = Innovation Success

Innovation is all about translating ideas into real products, real services and real solutions.   Ideas without execution are a hobby.  Is your organization in the business of innovation?   This week’s show boils it down to a simple equation.  Ideas + Innovation Culture = Innovation Success.  The process starts with ideas and the management of them.  […]

Jul 10, 2019 • 38:11