Exago

MAY 12, 2020

For every challenge there is a solution, and in these uncertain times, social innovators are making an impact and facing COVID-19 head on. HappyTap, a portable handwashing solution supported by the TRANSFORM initiative, is one such example, having recently launched its product in Bangladesh.

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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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Idea to Value

JULY 21, 2017

An excellent example, outlined in the video below, is Adobe’s Kickbox program, which gives anyone who has an idea and wants to try it out a box with advice on how to approach the experiment and a pre-paid credit card with $1,000 to be used however the person wants.

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Tullio Siragusa

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

His company, which is transforming the music industry through blockchain technology and crypto, serves as a prime example of how empathy, coupled with innovation, can reshape entire sectors. Empathy is not a word you often hear in discussions about leadership.

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Idea to Value

JUNE 10, 2016

An excellent example of a simple innovation which just focuses on a solution to a problem, without being overengineered. What other social innovations like this have you seen? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to share and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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Idea to Value

JULY 8, 2016

You might be asking yourself, why am I telling you this story here, on an innovation and creativity blog? One of the best examples of this is a study entitled The Bias Against Creativity: Why People Desire But Reject Creative Ideas. What other social innovations like this have you seen?

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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.

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Idea to Value

DECEMBER 2, 2018

Education and social involvement: Many initiatives aim to reduce the appeal of engaging in corrupt activities through education, social outreach and community building. The clearest example came from Afghanistan, where their offshoot M-Paisa was first trialed in 2009 to pay their police force via their phones instead of with cash.

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Tullio Siragusa

JULY 31, 2023

The following challenges, illustrated with real-life examples and accompanied by practical solutions, shed light on this unique transition. Example: When Howard Schultz stepped down as CEO of Starbucks to focus on the company’s premium offerings, some perceived it as a downgrade.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 26, 2025

Brand standards, training materials, digital tools, and regular feedback loopsincluding Net Promoter Scores and social review monitoringensure a unified guest experience. But beyond processes, its the purpose that drives loyalty. These arent PR stuntstheyre organic expressions of a brand rooted in empathy.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The Hard Conversations That Move Organizations Forward One of the most impactful moments in the conversation was Ardies example of working with a company where employees of color were experiencing discriminationboth from customers and colleagues.

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Tullio Siragusa

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Example: Consider the example of a healthcare worker who tirelessly cares for patients during a global pandemic. Example: Imagine a recent college graduate contemplating their career options. Example: Consider the artist who dedicates their life to creating works of beauty and social commentary.

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Tullio Siragusa

OCTOBER 17, 2022

The biggest shift, compared to 10 years ago for example, is that technology needed tech experts or coders, programmers, or administrators to use it. The proliferation of 5G for and the cloud for example, unchains us from our desks and introducing new working flexibility that makes the future of work possible. Conclusion.

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Tullio Siragusa

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Xiaochen’s work with AI 2030 is a perfect example of how we can create frameworks to prevent these dangers. AI can perpetuate biases, harm privacy, and create a system where decision-making becomes opaque. For every gain in efficiency, there is a potential loss in human oversight.

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Tullio Siragusa

AUGUST 14, 2023

Example: Alan Mulally, former CEO of Ford, originally hailed from Boeing, a completely different industry. Example: Oprah Winfrey has displayed high emotional intelligence throughout her career, which began in television and expanded to include various other ventures.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

For example, you may discover that certain criteria are not as effective as you thought, or that you need to adjust the values assigned to each. Example Use Cases There are several examples use cases for lead scoring using Design Thinking in a B2B environment. Test it with a small group of leads and gather feedback.

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Tullio Siragusa

JULY 24, 2023

Why Command-and-Control Culture Fails Stifles Creativity and Innovation A command-and-control culture tends to stifle creativity and innovation, as it leaves no room for employees to contribute their ideas or think outside the box. Example: P&G used Design Thinking to redesign its Pampers product.

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Tullio Siragusa

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Jose mentioned an inspiring example from the Dutch healthcare company Buurtzorg, which operates without traditional management structures. It begins by dismantling the hierarchical, top-down structures that dominate most workplaces today. Instead of leadership by control, we need leadership by collaboration.

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Tullio Siragusa

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Examples of Business Personalities The Luxury Maestro Example: Louis Vuitton or Rolex These brands scream exclusivity. The Green Warrior Example: Patagonia Some companies wear their commitment to the environment on their sleeves. Let’s explore how some renowned brands exemplify unique characters in the commercial world.

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Tullio Siragusa

JULY 18, 2022

For example, optical engineers use ethereal lens design and pack them to protect and convert them into reality. There will be a possibility of getting directions immediately, as an example. It is already seen in games, for example. Optomechanical engineers deal with glass, and many more optics are involved at the core.

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Tullio Siragusa

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In a world where corporate social responsibility and sustainability are becoming increasingly important, self-managed organizations are well-positioned to lead by example. This ethical approach to leadership extends beyond the walls of the organization.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 6, 2023

You’ll discover examples of how to identify areas of alignment and misalignment and how to create a joint strategy, have regular communication and check-ins, and celebrate successes. The next step is to define a shared vision for the future, which is a collaborative effort that aligns with the goals of both teams.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

For example, imagine you’re leading a team meeting, and someone presents an idea that you don’t agree with. For example, imagine you’re leading a team meeting, and someone presents an idea that you’re not familiar with. For example, imagine you’re leading a team meeting and one of the team members has a concern about a project.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Sarah pointed to Salesforces 111 model as a prime example of systemic CSR. This frameworkdonating 1% of revenue, 1% of equity, and 1% of employee timehas become a gold standard in the industry, demonstrating how scalable systems can embed social impact into a companys DNA.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 3, 2025

A standout example Daniel shared was a collaboration between LinkedIn, Starbucks, and Mentor (the National Mentoring Partnership), where professionals and young mentees were invited to meet in Starbucks locations across the country for conversations about career growth.

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Tullio Siragusa

AUGUST 7, 2023

Let’s dive into the answers with some concrete examples and strategies. For example, they could be tasked with making a quick purchase over the weekend without over-analyzing their options. An Example from My Own Experience In my pursuit of creating a sense of urgency, I challenged sales representatives and leaders to do just this.

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Tullio Siragusa

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

For example, they can provide strategic planning, creative development, and market insights that go beyond what self-service tech companies can offer. For example, they can use AI-powered tools to analyze large amounts of data, automate repetitive tasks, and provide more targeted and effective advertising and PR campaigns.

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Tullio Siragusa

JUNE 20, 2022

That relationship can greatly be enhanced as you learn about other great leaders, and examples of love. As you learn more from those great examples, you realized that loving others requires being able to love yourself first, and that the more you love others, the more you are practicing loving yourself.

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Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 15, 2024

Here are specific examples of how these technologies can be applied: Strategic Planning and Decision Making AI algorithms can analyze vast amounts of data to identify trends, opportunities, and threats.

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Tullio Siragusa

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Cunningham’s example of a sales team that shifted from a narrow focus on top performers to a broader approach highlights this. Cunningham argues that this is not only short-sighted but leaves significant performance gains on the table.

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Mills-Scofield

SEPTEMBER 6, 2015

Look around our professional and personal lives; examples are everywhere. Some of his very cool projects have been in Make Magazine , he’s been published in Harvard Business Review and is the co-founder of Critical Designs-Critical Futures on how design thinking and activism can spur social innovation.

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 17, 2015

In this article adapted from their new book, Jerry Davis and Chris White explore what makes some companies more fertile for social innovation — that is, the ongoing (rather than one-off) initiatives that have positive social impact while promoting the core mission of a business. Innovation & Entrepreneurship Book.

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 10, 2012

In New Orleans for example, the team worked to simplify paperwork needed to process a veteran's application for subsidized housing, and unified the process across several regional and local agencies. And as the New York Times recently reported, the outcome has been dramatic.

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Tullio Siragusa

MARCH 27, 2023

For example, when you feel overwhelmed or stressed, take a break to engage in deep breathing exercises or meditation to regain your emotional balance. Social Skills Social skills are essential for building strong relationships and navigating complex social situations.

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Leanstack

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Matthew Pattinson , Empowered Startups, is an advocate for using the entrepreneurial method to foster sustainability and social innovation. For example, recently a lot of collective will has been used to ban straws in an effort to keep plastics out of the ocean. Solutions flow from an understanding of the problem.

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Harvard Business Review

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

Today, Porter says, companies must reconnect company success with social progress, not as philanthropy, but as a way to achieve economic success. In other words, companies embracing social innovation will find opportunities to create new goods and services that will benefit their bottom line, as well as the consumer and the community.

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Board of Innovation

JUNE 5, 2022

Open innovation & crowdsourcing resources Open Innovation, crowdsourcing, co-creation… overlapping terminologies to describe a trend towards more open business models and a closer collaboration with customers. On this page we gather a list of inspiring examples.

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