> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.philmckinney.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # The Best of Killer Innovations 2018: Motivating, Inspiring, Innovating S14 Ep43 - URL: https://www.philmckinney.com/the-best-of-killer-innovations-2018-motivating-inspiring-innovating/ - Published: 2019-01-01T13:00:37.000Z - Updated: 2026-04-01T14:09:39.000Z - Author: Phil McKinney - Tags: Past Shows, Studio Sessions, FIn Gourmet Foods, flat wine bottle, impostor syndrome, motivating inspiring innovating, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-03-26 05:08 Download [The\_Best\_of\_Killer\_Innovations\_2018\_\_Motivating\_Inspiring\_Innovating\_S14\_Ep43.mp3](http://traffic.libsyn.com/philmckinney/The%5FBest%5Fof%5FKiller%5FInnovations%5F2018%5F%5FMotivating%5FInspiring%5FInnovating%5FS14%5FEp43.mp3?ref=philmckinney.com) 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 year of new experiences, like talking at [TEDx Boulder](https://philmckinney.com/impostor-syndrome/?ref=philmckinney.com). Excerpts from four of this year’s shows reveal the aim of *Killer Innovations*. [Motivating](https://philmckinney.com/six-practices-of-successful-innovators/?ref=philmckinney.com), inspiring, innovating. I hope these shows have given perspective and impetus. ## Motivating: Push Back Impostor Syndrome My struggle with Impostor Syndrome came to a halt in a surprising way. The source of fear feeding my Impostor Syndrome became front page news. I discovered that nobody believed the lie I told myself. Impostor Syndrome was the focus of my [TEDxBoulder](https://tedxboulder.com/speakers/phil-mckinney?ref=philmckinney.com) talk. I shared the TEDx experience in [Episode 39, Season 14](https://www.philmckinney.com/an-innovator-with-impostor-syndrome/). My strong desire was in motivating others to push back on Impostor Syndrome. ## Inspiring the Skeptical Executive In a reverse move, Erich Viedge interviewed me. Erich hosts [*The Skeptical Executive*](http://stratervation.com/the-skeptical-executive-podcast/?ref=philmckinney.com) podcast. In [Episode 21, Season 14](https://www.philmckinney.com/no-limits-to-innovation-and-creativity/), Erich Viedge asked incisive questions. We discussed creating an innovation culture. I presented my habits for developing creativity. The potential for innovation in any area exists. The key is [inspiring](https://philmckinney.com/inspiring-innovation/?ref=philmckinney.com) it to happen. ## Innovating Tradition: The Flat Wine Bottle I posted an article on [*The Innovators Community*](https://www.theinnovators.community/?ref=philmckinney.com). A discussion ensued. The topic was the flat wine bottle. Santiago Navarro, founder of [Garçon Wines](https://www.garconwines.com/?ref=philmckinney.com), contacted me. He wanted to fill in the details about his innovation. [Episode 38 of Season 14](https://www.philmckinney.com/the-wine-bottle-ripe-for-packaging-innovation/) was an engaging interview. The show gave insight on how to innovate a product steeped in tradition. Balance aesthetics and experience with the functional. Innovating the wine bottle has gained award winning reception. \[shareable cite="Santiago Navarro, Garçon Wines Founder"\]If you believe in something strong enough, don’t give up.\[/shareable\] ## Innovating the Non-Obvious The year started with non-obvious innovations in non-obvious places. Paducah, Asian Carp, and gourmet food don’t seem to have anything in common. Fin Gourmet Foods proved this assumption wrong. [Episode 45 of Season 13](https://www.philmckinney.com/non-obvious-innovation-from-unexpected-places/) is the interview with the founders of Fin Gourmet Foods. Taking a problem in Midwest waterways and making it an in-demand gourmet food is impressive. Hard work, perseverance, and faith have kept [Fin Gourmet Foods](http://fingourmetfoods.com/?ref=philmckinney.com) going and growing. Hats off to [Fin Gourmet Foods](http://fingourmetfoods.com/?ref=philmckinney.com). They’re transforming an invasive fish into a gourmet item in a small Midwestern town. ## One Great Year Leads to Another 2018 has been a year for motivating, inspiring, innovating. One year, but many people sharing their stories on the innovation journey. Thank you, 2018 guests, for sharing your experiences on *Killer Innovations*. Listeners, thank you for taking time each week to listen to the show. I am ready for another great year. Stayed tuned in the New Year for the [Consumer Electronics Show](https://philmckinney.com/innovations-at-ces-2018/?ref=philmckinney.com) interviews and what innovations will lead the way for 2019. If you haven’t yet, join and keep the discussion going at [The Innovators Community](https://www.theinnovators.community/?ref=philmckinney.com). It’s a free online community for innovators, designers, and creative people like you. Join before the end of the year for 25% off products at [Innovation.Tools](https://innovation.tools/?ref=philmckinney.com), including The Killer Questions card deck.