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The Best of Killer Innovations 2018: Motivating, Inspiring, Innovating S14 Ep43

Download The_Best_of_Killer_Innovations_2018__Motivating_Inspiring_Innovating_S14_Ep43.mp3 As 2018 comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on an amazing year.  We’ve listened to innovators from around the world. We’ve found non-obvious innovation in unexpected places.  It’s been a

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How to Create a Strong Executive Presence - Part Two S14 Ep42

Download How_to_Create_a_Strong_Executive_Presence_Part_Two_S14_Ep42.mp3 Success in innovation requires more than great ideas, that amazing product, the unique service.  Innovators need support from others to make their innovations a reality. How does the innovation leader persuade and influence others to support his/

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How to Create a Strong Executive Presence - Part One S14 Ep41

Download How_to_Create_a_Strong_Executive_Presence_S14_Ep41.mp3 What makes great leaders great?  Those who motivate and inspire others and draw a following embody a strong executive presence.  If you want to lead in innovation, strong executive presence is a must. Although it may seem an elusive

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4 Ways to Sniff Out a Bogus Innovation S14 Ep40

Download 4_Ways_to_Sniff_Out_a_Bogus_Innovation_S14_Ep40.mp3 We’ve all heard these larger than life claims made about some innovation.  If it’s too good to be true, it probably is. Bogus innovations cause serious damage.  They hurt consumers, employees, investors, and the innovator community

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An Innovator with Impostor Syndrome S14 Ep39

Download An_Innovator_with_Impostor_Syndrome_S14_Ep39.mp3 A good number of us harbor a secret fear about our abilities or qualifications.  We’re shadowed by clouds of doubt. Do you feel like a fraud and an impostor when it comes to your career?  You’re not alone. I

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The Wine Bottle: Ripe for Packaging Innovation S14 Ep38

Download The_Wine_Bottle_Ripe_for_Packaging_Innovation_S14_Ep38.mp3 When delivery fails, it costs in more ways than one.  In today’s show, I talk with Santiago Navarro, founder and CEO of Garçon Wines.  Santiago shares his unique solution to a constraint that caused major problems for his

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Don’t Let the Funnel Dry Up! Create an Innovation Challenge S14 Ep37

Download Dont_Let_the_Funnel_Dry_Up__Create_an_Innovation_Challenge_S14_Ep37.mp3 For innovation leaders, one of the hardest tasks is keeping the innovation funnel full.  Yet, this is key to sustaining an innovation effort. What’s worked for me is to create an innovation challenge.  Today’s

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A Change Maker in the Innovation Game S14 Ep36

Download A_Change_Maker_in_the_Innovation_Game_S14_Ep36.mp3 Big corporate innovation or startup getting off the ground, the challenges are similar.  Amy Radin knows something of both. She went from direct marketing to becoming the first Chief Innovation Officer of Citibank.  Now she advises startups. Her latest

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A Future Look: Top Innovations, Teaching the Future, Tomorrow’s Healthcare S14 Ep35

Download A_Future_Look__Top_Innovations_Teaching_the_Future_Tomorrows_Healthcare_S14_Ep35.mp3 Today we delve into the future.  I discuss topics in three areas: top innovations, teaching the future, and tomorrow’s healthcare.  What innovations will have the most impact on our future? What can we do today

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Decision-making: OODA Loop for Fast and Accurate Decisions S14 Ep33

Download Decision-making_OODA_Loop_for_Fast_and_Accurate_Decisions_S14_Ep33.mp3 [shareable cite="Antoine de Saint Exupéry"]The time for action is now. It’s never too late to do something.[/shareable] When the enemy is in close pursuit, there’s not a lot of time

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