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THE POWER OF VISION IN SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION
Vision isn’t just for Silicon Valley or global empires. For small business owners — especially those running companies under $5 million —...
7 hours ago3 min read
The Power of Vision in Small Business Innovation
Vision isn’t just for Silicon Valley or global empires. For small business owners — especially those running companies under $5 million —...
2 days ago3 min read
Cross-Collaboration for Small Businesses: The Most Overlooked Shortcut to Small Business Innovation
In a world where everyone’s guarding their turf and playing it close to the chest, one strategy consistently delivers breakthrough...
May 304 min read
Why Small Business Owners Miss Innovation: The Cognitive Biases Blocking Your Growth
Running a small company you’re not just the CEO, you're the head of marketing, finance, HR, operations, sales, and—if anything breaks—the...
May 284 min read
Small Business Growth Starts with Simple Innovation
Let’s be honest. Sure you're the CEO running a small business, but innovation probably isn’t the first thing you think about when you...
May 265 min read
Why Big Corporations Miss the Boat on Innovation — And What Small Business Owners Can Learn
If you're a small business owner you've probably thought: “Innovation is for the big guys.” They’ve got entire departments, endless...
May 234 min read
How Humor Sparks Creative Thinking for Small Business Owners
Looking to innovate? There's a short cut to comin up with ideas how to find practical ideas for innovation. Often, the quickest path to...
May 203 min read
You Don't Have to Be Creative to Innovate
“I’m not the creative type.” If you’ve ever said that to yourself, you’re not alone. Most business owners—especially those running...
May 143 min read
Clear Thinking Under Pressure: Lessons from a Fighter Pilot
In combat, clarity isn’t optional—it’s how you stay alive. Pilots don’t have the luxury of hesitation.Every decision must be sharp, fast,...
May 134 min read
What If You’ve Been Thinking About Innovation All Wrong?
It’s not about whiteboards or frameworks. It’s not about unlimited r&d budgets and unlimited iteration. It’s about thinking conceptually....
May 93 min read
Why the Best Innovations Don’t Look Like Innovation
When you hear the word innovation what comes to mind? If you're like most small business owners, you probably picture whiteboards, tech...
May 13 min read
AI Perceives, But Does It Think? What AI Teaches Us About Curiosity
Companies that see AI as a substitute for human insight will struggle to adapt to change. Those who see it as a tool to enhance...
Feb 71 min read
Systems Thinking: The Innovation Paradox
How a Holistic View Can Drive—or Hinder—Breakthrough Ideas Seeing the Whole Elephant Imagine a group of blindfolded individuals touching...
Feb 25 min read
The Leaky Mind: Your Secret Weapon for Innovation as a Small Business Owner
Innovation is often sold to us as a high-tech, high-budget game. But if you’re running a small business — juggling client needs, fixing...
Jan 263 min read
The Upside of Down: How Negative Emotions Fuel Positive Transformation
Negative emotions, long relegated to the shadowy corners of human experience, are having a renaissance. While the cultural zeitgeist...
Dec 24, 20246 min read
How Small Companies Can Use AI to Test New Product Concepts Online
Launching a new product is often a high-stakes endeavor, especially for small businesses. Without the resources to conduct extensive...
Dec 10, 20245 min read
How a Good Night’s Sleep Unlocks Creative Problem-Solving
We’ve all had the experience: going to bed with a problem on our minds only to wake up the next morning with the solution suddenly, and...
Nov 12, 20246 min read
There Is No 'No' in Creativity
Creativity is often seen as a playground where the only rule is that there are no rules. In this expansive realm, the concept of 'no'—the...
Sep 30, 20246 min read
To Succeed, Neuroscience Says You Should Daydream
When was the last time you found yourself daydreaming in the middle of an important task? Perhaps your mind drifted off during a mundane...
Sep 20, 20246 min read
Cognitive Biases in Ad Campaigns and the Role of AI: A Deep Dive into Persuasion and Technology
Advertising has long relied on understanding human psychology to craft compelling messages that resonate with audiences. One of the most...
Sep 18, 20246 min read
Even the Simplest Products Outsell the Competition Through Innovation
Dishwashing liquids are a staple in every household, a seemingly mundane product that plays an essential role in daily life. However,...
Sep 12, 20245 min read
6 Principles of Innovation: Guidelines for Start-Ups and Small Business Executives
Innovation is the lifeblood of any business, but for start-ups and smaller companies, it’s more than just a buzzword—it’s essential for...
Sep 9, 20246 min read
Avoiding AI Traps: How to Harness AI for Creativity Without Losing Your Edge
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is undeniably transforming the landscape of creativity and problem-solving. From generating art and music to...
Sep 4, 202410 min read
The Creative Thinking 4-Step Model: A Deep Dive into Problem-Solving and Innovation
Innovation is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Undoubtedly, the ability to think creatively has become the linchpin of success in...
Sep 3, 20246 min read
The Role Of Creative Thinking In Discovering Your Purpose in Business
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, the concept of "purpose" often seems like a luxury—something to think about when there’s more...
Sep 3, 20248 min read
The Launch-pad for Innovations
Where do innovations begin? From my experience, innovations are launched with bad ideas. Impossible ideas. Where do I get this idea that...
Aug 6, 20243 min read
An Argument for Curiosity
Curiosity is an innate human trait, observable in children from a very young age. It is a desire to learn, understand, and explore the...
Aug 1, 20245 min read
Brainstorming with AI: A Game Changer in Creative Output
The introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) into the brainstorming process is proving to be a game-changer. From new product...
Jul 31, 20244 min read
Creative ideas essential to company success, but not enough leaders support creative pursuits, Harvard Business Review study reveals
"In a business world focused on the bottom line, it's easy to lose sight of the value of creativity. The findings highlight that...
Jul 30, 20241 min read
Why AI Can Hinder Team Creativity
AI’s capabilities in data processing and pattern recognition are undeniable, its role in group creative productivity has sparked...
Jul 30, 20245 min read
Emotional Intelligence: The Silent Driver of Business Decisions
The role of emotional intelligence (EI) in decision-making cannot be overstated. While traditional metrics and analytics play crucial...
Jul 26, 20245 min read
Embracing Ambiguity: The Hidden Catalyst for Effective Decision-Making
In today's highly complex, the rapidly changing environment of modern business, decision-making under uncertainty has become a norm...
Jul 24, 20245 min read
Unlocking creativity: Scientists discover origin of ‘eureka’ moments in the brain
We’ve all experienced those magical “eureka” moments when a brilliant idea suddenly pops into our heads out of nowhere. So, have you ever...
Jul 16, 20241 min read
The Power of Boredom: How Idleness Fuels Creativity and Innovation
Boredom often gets a bad rap. It’s seen as a state of mind to be avoided, a sign of inactivity or lack of productivity. However, boredom...
Jun 24, 20249 min read
Are you 80% angry and 2% sad? Why ‘emotional AI’ is fraught with problems
AI that purports to read our feelings may enhance user experience but concerns over misuse and bias mean the field is fraught with...
Jun 24, 20241 min read
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