In the world of innovation, leaders are constantly faced with complex challenges where the right way forward may not always be clear. This is where the Cynefin framework, developed by Dave Snowden, becomes an invaluable tool. By categorizing problems into different domains, it offers innovation leaders a structured approach to […]
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In the dynamic landscape of modern business life, it is sometimes better to measure change than concrete results because the way we measure results often hinders innovative leaps. This shift in perspective in measurement is particularly clear in connection with transformation. For example, in the transition from a linear to […]
In the world of science, art and innovation, there is one concept that always catches our attention: self-organizing systems. These systems, where order emerges from seemingly chaotic interactions, have given rise to a wealth of experiments that amaze, inspire and challenge our understanding of complexity and our ambitions to order […]
In the pursuit of positive change, innovation is not limited to technological advances alone. One of the most fascinating approaches to driving behavioral change is to harness the principles of self-organizing systems. Imagine a world where behavioral change to create a better world is not mandatory, but rather emerges naturally […]
In a world driven by the pursuit of material wealth, it is important to recognize the importance of being rich in ideas, rather than being rich from ideas. While financial success has its place, fostering innovative thinking offers a myriad of benefits that extend far beyond financial gain. Let’s delve […]
In today’s ever-changing and competitive world, creating a robust and focused idea concept is critical to giving your idea the space it deserves. Understanding what a concept is and how to articulate it clearly and effectively can be the difference between the success and failure of an idea. Let’s dive […]
In creativity, the pursuit of effective problem-solving techniques is unceasing. Here is the Six Thinking Hats method as a prominent tool, revered for its innovative approach. But despite its initial allure, there are some fundamental flaws that should be considered before applying it. More complex than it seems Undoubtedly, the […]
In the ever-changing landscape of creativity and innovation, we are constantly striving for new and ground-breaking ideas. Over time, the role of AI, such as ChatGPT, in evaluating these ideas has piqued our curiosity. We want to know if AI can be more than just a tool – can it […]
In the dynamic world of professional development, assessing one’s or a colleague’s suitability for a work role is crucial. Commitment and competence are two important dimensions that play a decisive role in determining whether someone is suitable for a job or not. In this blog post, we will explore a […]
In the world of used clothing, trust is everything. Both buyers and sellers need certainty in various aspects of their transactions, from the condition of the item to the reliability of the other party. Could user ratings be a decisive factor that has the potential to revolutionize the used clothing […]
In the quest to increase innovation within an organization, there are different approaches, each adapted to the unique characteristics of the organization in question. Two commonly discussed methods are top-down and bottom-up. However, there is another method, the Perculator model, which offers some advantages in promoting innovation. The top-down approach […]
Fostering creativity and innovation within a team or organization often begins with formulating the right challenge. Many believe that simply identifying the area of creativity is enough, neglecting the importance of creating a well-defined question. But does it really make a difference? Does it matter how we design a challenge? […]
In today’s world, there is a consensus that a circular transition is necessary. Both companies and society need to adopt more circular processes and use resources and materials in a sustainable way. While many organizations make incremental improvements, it is important to recognize that moving from a linear to a […]
A circular transition involves significant changes that often require a complete overhaul of the traditional business model. It often involves creating new partnerships, adopting innovative product handling methods, implementing alternative payment systems and establishing new transport flows. This requires an entrepreneurial mentality, a willingness to take risks and an eagerness […]
Innovation is an exciting journey filled with countless challenges waiting to be conquered. But in the midst of the maze of problem solving, the most frightening aspect can be the reactions of others to the changes that innovation brings. Let’s explore how your reaction to criticism can either fuel or […]
Production and manufacturing is a complex web of processes and operations. Whether it’s creating new items or selling used products such as clothing, each step in the production cycle and handling has its challenges. Let’s explore why the bottlenecks in second-hand production on a larger scale differ markedly from those […]
Creativity, the fuel that drives innovation and drives progress, is a valuable asset in today’s world. With the promise of improving our problem-solving skills and sparking new ideas, thinking methods designed to increase creativity have been shown to be effective. Yet a strange phenomenon remains – why don’t people flock […]
Innovation is often seen as the driving force behind progress, the engine that drives society and business forward. But a fundamental aspect of innovation that is often overlooked is the idea that just because something isn’t wrong, doesn’t necessarily mean it’s right. In this text, we explore the paradox of […]
Discipline has long been considered a valuable quality in our society. From early childhood we are taught to follow rules, adhere to schedules and meet external expectations. Discipline, when enforced, can certainly help maintain order and structure. But there is another form of discipline that is often overlooked but has […]
Workshops are invaluable tools for brainstorming, problem solving and decision making. They provide a structured environment where participants can collaborate and generate innovative ideas. A peculiar but effective technique for workshop facilitation is the use of a 2×2 matrix. Here we will explore a way to facilitate a workshop using […]
In the business world, understanding the S-curve is like having a roadmap for innovation. This graphical representation explains the life cycle of innovations, products or technologies as they move from inception to maturity. The S-curve has a profound impact on understanding the need for innovation, guiding organizations through the stages […]
In an age where environmental concerns are paramount, companies are under increasing pressure to address their carbon footprint and climate impact. But why should companies bother to calculate their climate benefit, and when is it crucial to do so? Let’s go into the importance of quantifying climate impacts and explore […]
As an innovation leader, it is your responsibility to ensure that innovation takes place. This means that you must be prepared to take risks and at the same time minimize them. Simply putting all resources into a single idea is rarely the best strategy. Instead, it requires you to balance […]
Brainstorming is a powerful tool for harnessing a group’s collective creativity to generate innovative ideas and solutions. But doing it right can make all the difference between a productive session and a fruitless “meeting.” Let’s explore the key steps to effective brainstorming and give you practical tips to ensure success. […]
In the pursuit of innovation and problem solving, the first and most critical step is often to find the right question to work with. The “Why-How Elevator” as a method is inspired by the metaphor of an elevator with two buttons, Why (up) and How (down), offers a creative approach […]
In the ever-changing landscape of professional development and innovation, events like hackathons and workshops have been popular. Both serve as powerful tools for learning, collaboration and problem solving. However, they differ in their format, goals and results. Let’s explore the key differences between hackathons and workshops, using some simple examples. […]
Creativity is about connecting things in new and unexpected ways. The key word here is “unexpected”. It is often said that a creative idea must meet three criterias: it must be new, different and unexpected. Let’s explore the exciting relationship between creativity, humor and, that’s right, the unexpected as our […]
In that world of innovation and creation, there are countless products that flourished from the creative thoughts of creators. Here’s a look at some of the famous and some lesser known examples of products that are clearly the result of creativity. We start with the famous ones: 1. Post-it notes […]
In a world facing environmental challenges and growing resource scarcity, the concept of circular business ideas is becoming increasingly prominent among investors. Although circular ideas may seem less profitable upfront compared to linear business models, they will be superior investments in the long run. Let’s explore how circular business strategies […]
Leading creative processes can be an intricate and is an often underestimated art. While many of us are comfortable being creative ourselves, guiding others through a creative journey is quite another. Let’s explore the challenges and progression of becoming an effective creative process workshop leader. From initial enthusiasm to mastery […]