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Revolutionize Your Business Growth through Strategic Partner Ecosystems

Paul Hobcraft

The increasing value of investing in Partner Ecosystems In today’s highly interconnected business landscape, are you fully harnessing the transformative power of partner ecosystems to drive exponential growth and innovation? There are so many avenues of opportunity to explore by taking a wider lens towards Partnering for your business Let me help as a Business Ecosystem Strategist specializing in partner networks, to work through critical challenges that can make or break success in this n

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Why Cynics Are Less Likely to Succeed

Harvard Business Review

New research in behavioral science has revealed that cynical thinking stands in the way of success in the workplace. Cynics, it turns out, earn less money, report lower job satisfaction, and are less likely to be elevated to leadership positions. That’s because success is not the winner-take-all battle that cynics believe it to be. Cynicism, in fact, can bleed workplaces of creativity, openness, and morale, and the bottom line — whereas the people who succeed at work tend to so by building trust

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Seven deadly sins of bloggers

Paul Hobcraft

I am a reluctant blogger, I tend to be someone that ‘reacts’ to others blogs. According to a ‘limited’ feedback I have been encouraged to start my own blog. I might regret this so I decided to provide as my first blog a piece of advise that I will try to avoid falling into, as typical sandtraps: The Seven Deadly Sins of bloggers and aspiring thought leaders that we need reminding about. 1.

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Artificial Intelligence Is Impacting Everything—Including Workload Automation - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM BROADCOM

Harvard Business Review

Sponsor content from Broadcom.

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Where consultants contribute to innovation

Paul Hobcraft

I have been concerned for quiet some time about the ‘state’ of the consulting industry when it comes to innovation. There are simply far too many out there offering pieces of the innovation equation. If I was a client I’d be getting fairly hacked off- different people, different approaches, styles, methods of working and that nagging feeling it does not fit any bigger picture.

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Does Market Share Still Matter?

Harvard Business Review

Market share has traditionally correlated strongly with profitability because of efficiency, market efficiency, and customer perception effects. But, as the authors demonstrate, the relationship has been changed by the digital transformation in firms. The authors’ research finds that the market-share profitability relationship has become weaker for firms that favor investment in value creation over value appropriation and for firms operating in B2B markets.

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The 4 Key Strengths of China’s Economy — and What They Mean for Multinational Companies

Harvard Business Review

China’s hybrid “state capitalist” system, driven by centralized planning and fierce competition, has led to dominance in critical technological fields and emerging markets. Western multinational corporations are advised to adopt a pragmatic approach to capitalize on four key strengths of China’s economy: its innovation ecosystem, its investment in the Global South, its ultra-competitive markets, and its vast consumer base.

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Innovation Begins When We Question Everything

Phil McKinney

In the hustle and bustle of today's world, adopting a beginner's mindset is crucial for navigating through the chaos. It's a mindset that fosters innovation and personal growth by allowing us to approach problems and opportunities with fresh eyes , free from preconceived notions and biases. Ed Catmull, co-founder of Pixar Animation Studios, encapsulates this idea well in his quote: "By resisting the beginner’s mind, you make yourself more prone to repeat yourself than t

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What Is Idea Management (And How to Do It Effectively)

innosabi Innovation Insights

Groundbreaking ideas are the currency of success. But how do you consistently tap into that wellspring of creativity and transform those sparks of inspiration into tangible results? That’s where the power of idea management comes in. This article will dive deep into the world of idea management, exploring its definition, processes, and undeniable benefits. […] Der Beitrag What Is Idea Management (And How to Do It Effectively) erschien zuerst auf innosabi.

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yet2 Sponsors Innovation Round Table 2024

Yet2

yet2 is happy to announce we are Diamond Sponsors of the 2024 Innovation Roundtable Summit ! The Innovation Roundtable Summit is an annual meeting of the biggest innovators in the world. With over 600 corporate innovators and 250 companies attending, we are thrilled to be closely collaborating with the Innovation Roundtable to continue igniting innovation for a second year.

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4 HR Predictions for 2025: Supercharge Your Employee Experience with Internal Communications

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

The future of HR is here, and it's all about collaboration, innovation, and impact. Join us for a forward-thinking session where seasoned experts Miriam and Carolyn will share insights and practical strategies to help you stay ahead of evolving HR trends. Discover how to build strong partnerships with internal teams to craft a transparent, authentic, and connected workforce experience.

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Risk-Taking and Failure: The Unlikely Duo Behind Market Disruption

Carla Johnson

August 27, 2024 Warby Parker reimagined the eyewear business. Square reinvented payment processing. And Robinhood pulled the rug out from underneath the traditional brokerage industry. Disruption’s a buzzword that goes hand-in-hand with innovation and progress. It’s also a reality that can make or break companies. But what drives it?