August 18, 2022
Columnist Mohan Nair lays out the top misconceptions in corporate innovation, and supplies strategies for overcoming them. Misconception #1: “All innovation should be done through operational teams, otherwise it will be a failure.”
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ArticleThe 5 Misconceptions in Corporate Innovation (and How to Overcome Them)- ArticleMember Spotlight: Michael McCathren, Chick-fil-AAugust 15, 2022 | By Kate PriddyMichael McCathren is the Senior Principal of Enterprise Innovation at Chick-fil-A. As part of our IL Member Spotlight series, we spoke with McCathren about the various roles his team plays, growing a culture of innovation, and more.
- ArticleNew Research Shows How Zoom Can Stifle InnovationJuly 6, 2022 | By Meghan HallMelanie Brucks, an assistant professor at Columbia Business School, recently studied how Zoom can negatively affect idea generation. She shares why that is, and how companies can build effective strategies for creative brainstorming.
- ArticleBook Excerpt: Trust is Vital to Resilient Innovation OrganizationsJune 30, 2022In the new book 6Ps of Essential Innovation, author Michael McCathren outlines how organizations can build innovation capability for the long haul. That starts with the people inside the organization. So how can you reimagine the way trust and communication work inside your organization? This excerpt from McCathren’s book will...
- Article7 Tips for Introducing Ideas to LeadershipJune 14, 2022“Remember that one person’s idea is another’s cost,” writes veteran entrepreneur and executive Mohan Nair. Here are his tips on how to bring new concepts and ideas forward to leadership — even in non-traditional ways.
- Article20 Essential Tools for Collaboration, Productivity, and Remote Work in 2022December 9, 2021 | By Alexander MacDougallAt a recent members-only online meeting hosted by Innovation Leader, members from around the world shared some of the tools they consider essential — from noise-canceling software to AI transcription services to project management platforms.
- ArticleMember Spotlight: Uma Meyyappan, LPL FinancialNovember 9, 2021Uma Meyyappan is the Senior Vice President of Digital Innovation and New Venture Platform at LPL Financial. We spoke with Meyyappan as part of our member spotlight series.
- ArticleMeet the 2021 Impact Award WinnersOctober 26, 2021Here’s the complete list of winners of our 2021 Impact Awards…
- ArticleBook Excerpt: 3 Types of People You Need to Win OverOctober 22, 2021The new book from Shameem Prashantham, Gorillas Can Dance, presents examples of effective startup engagement strategies from companies like Microsoft, Unilever, BMW, and Cisco. This excerpt discusses the three types of internal corporate players who need to be on board in order to make startup collaborations successful.
- ArticleHow You Can Foster a Culture of Conversation (and Why It Matters)August 16, 2021Communication is not a bad thing, writes Eric Braun of Retail Business Services, but it’s very different from conversation. Inside, Braun offers a case study along with six tips for fostering a culture of constructive conversation in your organization.
- VideoThou Shalt Bridge Heaven and EarthJuly 2, 2021Noreña explores how innovators can keep their team connected with leaders in the business units. That includes speaking the language of the business.
- VideoConectarás el Cielo y la TierraJuly 2, 2021En su cinco mandamiento en esta serie, Moisés Noreña instruye cómo conectar los dos lugares. También, Noreña comparte las cosas que los equipos pueden hacer para realizarlo.
- VideoThou Shalt Define Innovation for Your OrganizationMay 25, 2021In his second commandment, Moisés Noreña explores the importance of creating an innovation wide definition of innovation.
- VideoThou Shalt Align With and Enrich Your Company’s StrategyMay 25, 2021In most companies, there is a corporate calendar in which strategies are baked and resources are allocated. So, how do teams find a seat at the table? Moisés Noreña explores how teams can get there.
- ArticleBuilding the Brand of Your Innovation Team: Advice & TacticsMay 21, 2021 | By Scott KirsnerHow do you make sure your colleagues, and people outside the organization, are aware of your initiative and what you’re trying to achieve? Get from executives in pharma, financial services, transportation, and luxury goods
- VideoDigital Body Language: How to Build Trust from AnywhereMay 13, 2021 | By Kaitlin MillikenHow can you level up your digital presence and keep teams engaged from home? Erica Dhawan, author of the book Digital Body Language, shares tips.
- ArticleChecklists & TipsMay 11, 2021Who doesn’t love a nice numbered list? In this issue of our Pointers e-book series, we serve up a collection of succinct and useful articles on topics ranging from co-creation to venture studios to innovation culture.
- PodcastBuilding a Culture of Innovation at Delta DentalFebruary 23, 2021 | By Kaitlin MillikenHow can organizations build a culture of innovation and effectively create buy-in for change? Sarah Chavarria, the Chief People Officer of Delta Dental, explains.
- ArticleHow Four Different Innovation ‘Engines’ Drive Growth at AllegionFebruary 16, 2021 | By Lilly MilmanRob Martens, Chief Innovation Officer at Allegion, shares his tips for engaging employees across an organization and keeping communication alive between departments.
- ArticleTips From Capital One on Running Virtual HackathonsJanuary 29, 2021 | By Lilly MilmanPlanning a virtual hackathon is much different than an in-person one, according to Jennifer Lopez of Capital One. She shares how her team worked to bring serendipity back with its virtual hackathons…
