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 While
other animals evolve along with nature or within the framework of genetic
evolution, our human brain has acquired the ability to record knowledge and
experience and hand them down to future generations. This ability has
enabled us to evolve at an amazing speed. We have become "superorganisms"
who are ever expanding our scientific and technological know-how, not to
mention our remarkable capabilities in information technology.
Yet, today most of us are groping for a way out of the untenable situation
imposed on us by the combination of declining resources and
increasing demands. Writing a prescription to succeed into the
future will not necessary be easy. One thing is certain - THE key to
optimizing performance in the short-term and succeeding in the long-term is
innovation. Innovation is the ONLY way to DO MORE WITH LESS. |
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Towards a More Open You |
By Catherine Mattice, MA, Communication Consultant
Never underestimate the value of communication within relationships when it
comes to innovation. Open communication between two employees, a manager and
employee, or company representative and customer, can only exist when
communication is truly free-flowing.
Communication is the process of creating and sharing meaning. You
will always lose out on the meaning of a message if you cannot empathize
with the person talking, no matter what the situation. You cannot be sure
the meaning you assign a message is accurate unless you clarify. Your own
mind can keep you from taking in what someone has to say. Opening up to
others will encourage them to open up to you, but only if it is anticipated
that your response will be supportive and affectionate.
Here are five tips to help you become an open-to-new-ideas
communicator.
The basis of any relationship whether with a co-worker or a husband or wife
is the experience of "we" rather than "I" or "you." When we feel understood,
we feel less stressed, closer to our communication partners, and more
inclined to return the favor and be empathetic right back. Empathy is
putting yourself in someone else's shoes, looking at the world through his
or her eyes, and truly understanding the other person's underlying feelings
and emotions.
You can become more empathetic by paying closer attention to what the
other person is saying. Make the conscious choice to give your attention
over and listen to what is being said. Empathy is the process of discovery,
and this unearthing only comes when you really listen.
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What if We Could GoInnovate! Government? |
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Rudy Platzer, BS, MA
The Secretary of the Treasury came up with a plan to avert a national
economic crisis. The president endorsed it and asserted that it must
be adopted immediately. Certain Members of Congress objected, some
because they did not like the plan and some because they had ideas that had
not been considered. A fight broke out on Capitol Hill.
What if a meeting had been held prior to the development of the plan and the
stakeholders had all agreed on the purpose of the legislation?
Deliberating on the desired Ideal State would have given all parties an
opportunity to articulate the key issues and concerns involved.
What if they had Measured the Gaps and agreed on how we would know if the
legislation was actually successful? The results could determine
whether more action was needed and would obviate partisan posturing.
What if they had collectively agreed upon the Strategies needed to Close the
Gaps? Special interests and pork barreling would not be issues; the
focus would be on getting results. What if the Congress and the
Administration were able to assign Projects based upon those Strategies? And
now, with the clear understanding of what each was to accomplish and when,
they could spend their energy actually accomplishing something!
What if they were able to Orchestrate development of this package in a
timely manner without putting everything else on hold? Merely saying
that a difficult job needs to be done now does not really help get it done.
What if the time they spent going backwards had been done up-front?
The slow-down was so predictable! People who should be involved in
policy or projects will always demand more information and an opportunity to
air their views and help construct the solution. Time was wasted,
tempers flared, people became rigid and inflexible and chaos reigned.
Remember, if you really want something "bad" that is likely what you will
get. We deserve better from our elected officials! GoInnovate!
thinking could have helped. Rudy Platzer is a retired government
executive who now owns a consulting firm specializing in construction claims
and litigation. Rudy can be reached by emailing rudy@goinnovate.com
or by phoning (937)461-9009.
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Keynote Presentations |
Andrew Papageorge presents relevant and
inspiring presentations for all types of events, including: Executive Retreats,
Corporate Gatherings and Celebrations, Association Conferences, Sales Meetings
and Industry Conferences.
He regularly delivers keynote speeches on innovation, creativity and building a
culture of innovation. He is among the best in the world at inspiring audiences
to new levels of enthusiasm and commitment to innovation.
And,
because many of his topics are "GoInnovate! Exclusives," we provide you
with a powerful, extraordinarily unique experience!
What is your
specific challenge or area of interest regarding innovation? We will work with
you to design the perfect presentation for your group.
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Innovator's Resources |
Welcome The Rain
Inspiring us to see beyond life's storms, this beautifully
powerful movie created by
WALKTHETALK.com reminds us that we are in control of the way we think
about and respond to life's events, both in our personal and professional
lives. Whether you're merely dealing with life's daily ups and downs, or are
weathering stronger storms, Welcome The Rain will encourage you to
choose to see beyond life's storms.
Jott
Jott.com's voice-to-text services allow you to capture thoughts, create
to-dos, set reminders, and send emails & text messages - all with a simple
phone call.
The Practice Of Expert Sourcing Will Organize The Way The World Innovates
Forrester (September 29, 2008) - Corporate use of innovation networks is
rapidly expanding as many fast followers adopt them. The result?
Organizations are now managing diversified portfolios of innovation sources
that include not only in-house engineers and product managers but also
external customers, suppliers, partners, and investors. It's now time to add
expert sourcing to the portfolio of innovation sources.
Innovation Leaders Invest 3 Times as Much Effort in Early Stages of the
Innovation ProcessMarketWire (September 29, 2008) -
Companies that are the most successful innovators have a clear focus on a
robust innovation strategy in addition to opening the innovation process to
parties outside the company. This allows these leading companies to improve
the success rate of new products and services, reduce spending on R&D, and
increase profitability. These were the key findings from the A.T. Kearney
Innovation Management Survey, a global survey of 250 companies that
identifies best practices in the overall management of the innovation
process. Do you have a web site that aids in your innovation
efforts or you think readers would find interesting? Share it with us and
you may be featured in an upcoming Innovator's Resources. Send your
suggestions to clientservice@goinnovate.com.
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Best Practice Inno-Tools |
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In each issue of the GoInnovate! E-Zine we offer you a practical
Inno-Tool© to assist you in being more creative and innovative.
The Listening Log
Keep track of your listening habits for one week. It should include
examples of when you were a good listener, and when you were a poor
listener.
After logging your listening for a week, respond to the following
questions:
- What motivates you to listen? When did you find yourself actively listening?
When did you find yourself wandering off?
- What were the situations and factors that allowed you to be a good listener?
- What challenges did you face when trying to be a good listener?
- In what situations did you feel less than competent in listening?
- After observing and reflecting upon your listening habits, what skills would
you like to improve?
Now design an action plan with real goals and timelines for how you will
achieve this improvement.
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"I always tried to turn every disaster into an opportunity". - John D.
Rockefeller
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E-Learning Program |
 Receiving
quality training is now as easy as turning on your computer!
Take the GoInnovate!
Ideas to Innovations E-Learning Program at your own pace and
convenience, at home or in the office. And you can receive three CEUs toward
professional recertification for completing the courses.
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