Category Archives: Feedback

7 Rules for Improving Innovation: #6 Culture

Posted on June 8, 2011 by John Gabrick

An interesting paradox exists: Most companies fear change. Yet, they have to resist fear and take serious risks in order to innovate. Continue reading →

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Why employee feedback is important for innovative companies

Posted on January 12, 2011 by John Gabrick

Great article from Nilofer Merchant, author of The New How, about employee feedback and the proverbial “Air Sandwich”. See what happens when leadership sets unattainable goals without first getting a “reality check” from their staff on the front lines. Nilofer … Continue reading →

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Ben Franklin: Father of Collaborative Problem Solving?

Posted on March 10, 2010 by John Gabrick

Ben Franklin unwittingly started the first innovation committee! Continue reading →

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Finding New Areas for Innovation

Posted on February 22, 2010 by John Gabrick

In many companies, innovation is only focused on finding ways to directly improve the product or service they offer.  In reality, there are many opportunities to innovate that you may not even be thinking of. By analyzing the entire breadth … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Adoption Horrors

Posted on February 16, 2010 by John Gabrick

Overcome the “fear of change” by educating the “fearful” and listening to their concerns… Continue reading →

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Invite Others to Solve Your Problems

Posted on February 11, 2010 by John Gabrick

Invite others to help solve your problems and create your next breakthrough product… Continue reading →

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Research Towards Innovation

Posted on January 26, 2010 by John Gabrick

A true research strategy involves a long-term approach and commitment to understanding the ways your market will change over time. Continue reading →

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Stakeholders in your Organization Have Great Ideas – Just Ask Them!

Posted on December 29, 2009 by John Gabrick

It has been said that 80% of the solutions to your company’s problems already exist in the minds of your employees. Why not ask them? Continue reading →

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Problems Can be a Good Thing!

Posted on December 28, 2009 by John Gabrick

Finding the best way to evaluate your problem can bring that moment of clarity to life for you.
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It’s All About the Customer

Posted on December 28, 2009 by John Gabrick

A driving force behind innovation is the customer. How can your business adapt to their needs and provide solutions for them? Continue reading →

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