Fri.Oct 27, 2023

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As education choice grows, expect more school unbundling, but no great unbundling

Christensen Institute

Every few years it seems that hype grows around the possibilities of unbundling education. The latest fuel is the emergence of at least 14 states with education savings accounts (ESA) programs that allow families to pay for a variety of educational programs and supports from public funds. As a recent article in Education Next , where I’m an executive editor, proclaimed, “While parent-led unbundling is not a new phenomenon, the current movement has expanded so quickly that it’s been dubbed ‘the G

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The Discomfort Caused by a Diversity of Perspective

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Mike Shipulski When your organization doesn’t want to hear your truth because it contradicts a decision they’ve already made, that’s a sign of trouble. It’s a sign they’re going to do what they’re going to and they don’t care all that much about you. But, what if they’re wrong?

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How Your Company’s Social Purpose Can Also Drive Profit

Harvard Business Review

Is it possible to implement corporate purpose in such a way that it achieves multi-stakeholder impact and high financial growth? To answer this question, the authors studied 12 companies that were employing various industry-specific strategies and found that those that successfully achieved the dual goals of purpose and profit did so by adopting what they call an “advocacy-based business model.

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5 Books That Will Change The Way You Think About Being an Effective Leader

Entrepreneur - Innovation

Want to improve the way you lead? Learn from those who blazed the trails you hope to follow.

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Leading the Development of Profitable and Sustainable Products

Speaker: Jason Tanner

While growth of software-enabled solutions generates momentum, growth alone is not enough to ensure sustainability. The probability of success dramatically improves with early planning for profitability. A sustainable business model contains a system of interrelated choices made not once but over time. Join this webinar for an iterative approach to ensuring solution, economic and relationship sustainability.

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The Opportunities at the Intersection of AI, Sustainability, and Project Management

Harvard Business Review

There are unprecedented opportunities at the intersection of AI, project management, and sustainability. Unfortunately, without proper execution, projects to implement AI come with complexities, costs and a carbon footprint that undermine sustainability goals. It is essential for project managers to learn to implement “green algorithms,” specialized AI constructs designed to both enhance operational efficiency and prioritize sustainability.

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101 CreativiTeas for Innovators

Idea Champions

No matter how many times I tell people there's no such thing as a "magic innovation pill," every one keeps asking. This just in: I don't have the magic pill. But I DO have something even better -- a virtual potion that has the potential to liberate you from the bothersome obstacles that keep sabotaging your ability to innovate. Simply read the list below, pick the CreativiTea you most need to imbibe, and think about what it would take you to manifest more of this quality in your life these days.

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Research: Firms with Diverse Boards Achieve Higher ESG Ratings

Harvard Business Review

An analysis of 15 years of data from the S&P 1500 uncovers a crucial link: firms with diverse leadership consistently achieve higher environmental ratings from MSCI, a leading ESG data provider. This correlation suggests that the experiences and perspectives brought by diverse board members drive stronger ESG priorities, making a compelling case for stakeholders to emphasize Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) for a sustainable corporate future.

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Fighting AI-Driven Cybercrime Requires AI-Powered Data Security - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM COMMVAULT

Harvard Business Review

Sponsor Content from Commvault.

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Why Large Companies Should Partner With More Startups - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM KYNDRYL

Harvard Business Review

Sponsor Content from Kyndryl.

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5 Strategies for Successful Corporate Separations - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM EY AND GOLDMAN SACHS

Harvard Business Review

Sponsor content from EY and Goldman Sachs.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?