Paul Hobcraft

AUGUST 24, 2022

” Recently in Stanford Social Innovation Review, an article on the “ Adoption of Innovation ” by Benjamin Kumpf & Emma Proud is well worth the read as adopting any innovation process is a tough, slow one. Diffusion and Adoption of Innovation- theory into reality.

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Innovation 360

JULY 7, 2011

Joseph Schumpeter , the guru of innovation, addressed the process of innovation with his theory of creative destruction and his definition of entrepreneurs as people who combined existing elements in new ways to create a new product or service. There is also a new book published on the subject, Social Innovation, Inc.

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Tullio Siragusa

JUNE 3, 2024

Empathy Over Fear: Why Support-and-Thrive Cultures Outperform andEndure Theres a stark difference between companies that operate under a perform or die philosophy and those that embrace a support and thrive culture. Burnout isnt a minor side effectits a culture killer. But heres the reality: humans arent machines.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

These programs give employees a platform to connect over shared values, creating a culture of unity and purpose. These shared experiences are invaluable for building empathy and strengthening organizational culture, Sarah noted. Reflection: How can your organization align its values with opportunities for employees to make an impact?

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Idea to Value

JULY 21, 2017

However, there are more effective ways to innovate, as you will see further down this list. Suggested reading: 14 – Building a Culture of Innovation. The challenging part of this is that culture is a very personal thing, which will vary between companies, industries and regions.

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Tullio Siragusa

MAY 13, 2024

Why Focusing on Industry Expertise Over Cultural Leadership in C-Suite Hiring is a Strategic Mistake As businesses continue to evolve, the qualities sought in C-suite leaders must evolve too. The Acquirable Nature of Industry Expertise vs. The Art of Cultural Leadership Industry expertise, while valuable, is often overrated.

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Tullio Siragusa

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

This model, as Kirkpatrick explained, is not only about removing layers of bureaucracy but about fostering a culture of autonomy and mutual respect. The Role of Transparency in Building Trust Transparency is a cornerstone of the self-management model, and Kirkpatrick emphasized its importance in creating a culture of trust and accountability.

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Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 29, 2024

Empathy and Connection: Transforming Business Culture In the introductory episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, hosted by Stephen Sakach, Ash Maher, and Tullio Siragusa, a profound discussion unfolded around the importance of empathy, connection, and consciousness in the business world.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 24, 2025

These qualitative shiftsgreater awareness, new perspectives, renewed commitmentare where culture begins to evolve. Its a cultural differentiator, a leadership advantage, and a guiding force that allows organizations to build trustboth inside and out. Chriss answer was grounded and thought-provoking. In fact, theyre deeply intertwined.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Cultivating High-Performance Teams Building a high-performance culture isnt for the faint of heart. Reflection : Are you creating a culture where honest conversations about weaknesses are encouraged? Bren acknowledged that while many aspire to be part of such environments, not everyone thrives in them.

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Tullio Siragusa

OCTOBER 30, 2024

By understanding the emotional and psychological needs of employees, organizations can build cultures that inspire rather than coerce. This creates a culture of trust and collaboration, rather than fear and compliance. When employees’ needs for meaning, belonging, and impact are met, they will naturally be more engaged and motivated.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Tullio has spent decades integrating disruptive technologies with emotional intelligence, helping leaders navigate growth, innovation, and cultural transformation. How am I building a culture of purpose in my business? Yet, his greatest insights didnt come from closing deals or leading companies.

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Tullio Siragusa

JUNE 7, 2022

Lack of leadership, poor organizational culture, and unprepared people lead to failed integration of mergers. These issues are caused because an assumption has been made that all will comply, at the cost of eroding the very cultures that made the acquired company, worth acquiring. This is all due to a lack of empathy.

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Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 4, 2022

Approaching human-centered innovation. ? Issues related to corporate culture and new technology. ? Manage social and market changes. ? This is where Design Thinking approach to business and social innovations offer the best solutions. Providing a new definition of value. ? Improving quality of life. ?

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Businesses that embrace it dont just retain employees longer, they cultivate cultures of creativity and adaptability. Redefining Leadership Through Empathy For many, empathy is seen as a soft skill something thats nice to have but not essential for success. Andrea makes it clear that empathy is anything but optional.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 13, 2023

Sales and marketing teams have a unique responsibility as they are often the front line of a company, representing not only the products and services but also the company’s values and culture. This means creating a culture that values diversity and fosters inclusion by ensuring that everyone feels valued and respected.

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Tullio Siragusa

JANUARY 20, 2025

As Ganesan shared, the success of his businesses goes beyond profits; its about creating meaningful connections and fostering a culture where employees are valued not just for their output, but as whole human beings. Mindfulness in leadership is about being fully present and connected with your team, customers, and yourself.

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Innovation Excellence

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

Many companies have a huge gap between their culture and strategy — a problem that only gets bigger in larger companies, especially when they are in transition. Management at all of these companies have a common reflex: Scream louder about goals and policies as the gap between culture and strategy widens. Continue reading →

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Tullio Siragusa

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Keep an Innovator’s Mindset In a world where data and algorithms drive decisions, there is a risk of becoming complacent and losing the innovator’s spark. Nurture a culture of healthy questioning, risk-taking and continuous learning. Foster a culture of trust and horizontal collaboration.

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Tullio Siragusa

AUGUST 7, 2023

Cultivating a Culture of Action: By introducing unconventional challenges like this, you foster a culture where action and decisiveness are valued. It’s about more than just moving quickly; it’s about aligning actions with goals, building trust with clients, and fostering a culture that embraces decisive action.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 3, 2025

Empowering Employees to Lead withPurpose A major theme in the conversation was how leaders can create cultures of ownership and purpose-driven actionnot just at the executive level, but throughout an entire company. When businesses align their objectives with community impact, everyone benefits.

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Tullio Siragusa

AUGUST 28, 2023

This path prioritizes skill development, both personal and professional, along with the cultivation of a positive organizational culture. A culture driven by quick wins is likely to be fraught with instability and a lack of cohesion. Open Fe edback Encourage a culture where feedback is actively sought and constructively acted upon.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

A new book by Silicon Valley tech veteran and innovation advocate Ann Mei Chang, Lean Impact: How to Innovate for Radically Greater Social Good explores the unique challenges that can deter social innovation. This simple stake in the ground is where social innovation begins. Principle 2: Start Small.

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Tullio Siragusa

JUNE 12, 2023

Promote a Culture of Open Communication : Establish channels for open and honest communication. Leaders who genuinely embrace an EQ centered approach to empowerment don’t just create teams; they create cultures and legacies.” Encourage Participation : Invite ideas and feedback from your team.

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Tullio Siragusa

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

This lack of accountability lets toxic executives off the hook, eroding the company’s culture and affecting its bottom line. An empathetic culture is attractive not just to potential employees but also to consumers and investors. Furthermore, the profitability linked to empathy goes beyond employee retention and engagement.

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Tullio Siragusa

JULY 31, 2023

Whether it manifests in individual fulfillment, enhanced organizational benefits, or the creation of a more genuine and compassionate corporate culture, these transitions are emblematic of success redefined. Far from being a retreat, it’s a thoughtful alignment of life’s priorities, passions, and purpose.

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Idea to Value

JULY 8, 2016

As much as we celebrate independence in Western cultures, there is an awful lot of pressure to conform,” he says. What other social innovations like this have you seen? Staw says most people are risk-averse. He refers to them as satisfiers. “As And this brings me back to the idea of Pros & Cons lists.

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Innovation Excellence

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Génération2 is a cooperative of advisors, working to increase and guide corporation, and social innovators’ partnerships, from Philanthropy to more business oriented solutions.

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Tullio Siragusa

JUNE 5, 2023

By analyzing data about consumer behavior, AI can help businesses offer personalized, emotionally resonant experiences, creating a truly people-centric business culture. This culture becomes the nucleus of a community of interest, engaging not just customers, but also employees, partners, vendors, investors, and other stakeholders.

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Tullio Siragusa

JUNE 13, 2022

Genuine leaders know that the secret to designing a winning culture is to inspire leadership in others.”. What emerged for me over 10 years ago was that I am a visionary business strategist with high yield results in technology, who creates high performance cultures focused on leadership development.

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Tullio Siragusa

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

By listening to others, a CEO who is humble is also more to create a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the organization, which can be essential for adapting to changing market conditions and staying competitive. Blog Subscrition Here Email*.

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Tullio Siragusa

JANUARY 30, 2023

A great leader understands the needs and motivations of their team members and can create a culture of accountability and engagement. This allows them to build a culture of accountability and engagement, and to manage and delegate tasks effectively.

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Tullio Siragusa

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The Role of Empathy in Leadership: A New Standard for Industry Disruption Many leaders are focused on technological innovation as the primary driver of success. However, as Andrew Antar — CEO and founder of Tune.fm — emphasized on a recent episode of The Bliss Business Podcast , empathy may be the key to true industry disruption.

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ITONICS

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Innovation culture. ISO 50501 addresses private and public organizations as well as NGOs of all sizes and covers the following innovation areas: Marketplace Innovation. Value Chain Innovation. Process Improvement Innovation. Organizational Culture Innovation. Organizational Culture Innovation.

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Tullio Siragusa

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The ‘Ideate’ phase not only brings forth potential solutions but also encourages a culture of open innovation. It promotes a mindset where challenges are viewed as opportunities for innovation. Techniques like mind mapping or even role-playing can act as catalysts for creative thought.

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Tullio Siragusa

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Aligning geographically and culturally diverse teams with a company’s core values is a complex endeavor. AI, informed by Design Thinking, can dissect vast datasets to identify potential customers who share this ethos — not just those who need a product, but those who believe in a cause. AI can simplify this challenge.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Why Innovation is a Critical Theme for Keynotes Innovation is a driving force in today’s business landscape, making it an essential theme for keynotes across industries. An innovation keynote speaker brings a forward-thinking perspective and stimulates a culture of creativity and progressive ideas within organizations.

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