I've been speaking frequently on the topic of innovation since the beginning of the year, and I continue to be excited and thrilled with the opportunities. The responses that I'm getting from the engagements and in reviewing leading industry and academic research indicate that innovation is still THE most important and urgent business topic today. If innovation is not the #1 priority for a chief executive, it remains in the top 3 priorities making it critical to most everyone's business plan. Whether my audience is composed of executives from large firms or a group that contains people in non-management roles, the top questions I receive are "how can I contribute to innovation," and "how do we create a more innovative environment?"
In my speaking engagements, workshops and consulting, I provide insights into these, and other, critical questions on the subject of innovation. Some of the information is educational, defining innovation and its importance in the marketplace. Some of the information will help you make changes in your culture to inspire people to contribute their best. The goal? To continuously create innovative products and services to maintain your global competitive advantage.
As I've prepared to speak to different corporate and industry groups, I've found great role definitions for innovation for various positions within a company. I'll share some of the highlights with you through this blog. If there are particular roles you would like to see defined, e-mail me, and I will respond to you personally. Together, let's define and apply best practices for people in our organizations to create a sustainable culture based on an environment of innovation.
Up next? The CFO's Role in Innovation!
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