The Psychology of Innovation
Models, concepts, and frameworks offer approaches to innovation, with varying success, and those who have pursued innovation attribute their successes and failures to varying levers. Is it possible, then, to get to the heart of what spurs creativity and innovation in a company?
We think it is, but what is there is anything but logical. We have observed 10 factors that play a significant role in … [ Read more ]
Content: Article | Author: Himanshu Saxena | Source: Ivey Business Journal | Subject: Innovation
Himanshu Saxena
Unlike other species, human beings are fundamentally designed to self-correct. In addition to enabling us to think clearly, choose precisely and act decisively, our intellect allows us to recalibrate. But we need to see the need for an update and our vision is often blurred by perception, blind spots and mental cobwebs. And therefore our perception of situations is often based on outdated beliefs and … [ Read more ]
Content: Quotation | Author: Himanshu Saxena | Source: Ivey Business Journal | Subjects: Organizational Behavior, Personal Development
Reviewing the Review
As head of strategy for a global consulting firm, I was involved in hundreds of reviews. Based on my observations, I estimate business leaders spend an average of three to five days per month being reviewed or reviewing someone else. A typical review with any leader takes 60–90 minutes. People generally prepare 20–30 presentation slides to show during their review, and 40 per cent of … [ Read more ]
Content: Article | Author: Himanshu Saxena | Source: Ivey Business Journal | Subject: Management