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Innovation is who we are.

Disruptive innovation is everywhere & in this modern-day work environment, originality, ingenuity & creativity are essential to stay current & not lose ground to competitors. Join professionals like Claire Nolan who underwent the Trinity College Dublin 'Design Thinking for Strategic Innovation' #masterclass which offers a deep dive into the power of creative problem-solving & human-centred #DesignThinking methodology.

🎥 After working with 50+ campuses over 20 years, I've found that barriers to change and innovation are simpler than we think. 🚀 Often, people aren't resistant to change—they're reacting to poorly designed change processes. 🌟 Empathy and curiosity in design are key. We can make change & easier more effective. . #Innovation #ChangeManagement #HigherEd From my recent keynote at Arizona State University's #Folcfest.

Absolutely true! This is precisely why the value and importance of design shine brightest when navigating through change. Reflecting on the ADDIE model, it's crucial to begin with the first step: assessing your people. Understanding their needs, capabilities, and perspectives lays a solid foundation for effective change management, making design even more valuable and essential in the process.

I don't have pictures to share, but another update. I was invited to and presented at the Liberty University Technology & Innovation Alumni Chapter fall conference this past Friday. It was an honor to speak alongside some great people and share some thoughts with the group. Already seeing some 2024 speaking opportunities lining up, and I can't wait to share about them over the next couple of months! #professionaldevelopment #leadershiptraining #leadershipcoach

Here's one of the very special moments from our Q&A panel with Dr. Henry Chesbrough and Dr. Sara Beckman: Raymond Tam, an undergraduate student at University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, asked the professors about the relationship between innovation and creativity, and how students could foster a creative mindset. Check out their responses – pure wisdom. The full recording is available in the comments. Follow the Open Innovation Squad, UC Berkeley for future events 🐻 #innovation #creativity #ucberkeley #openinnovation #productmanagement

Did you know #research plays a key role in RSM’s activities? “It’s important inside & outside of our classrooms because it’s about interacting with our stakeholders and generating impact.” Get the story here: https://ow.ly/EQ7K50Q8OYJ See our video here: https://lnkd.in/edZxjv2Y

📘💡 **Chapter 4 Insights: Applying "The Innovator's Dilemma" to Higher Education** 🚀 In exploring Chapter 4, we draw compelling parallels between business strategies and higher education's evolution. The chapter reveals why industry leaders, including educational institutions, might gravitate towards upscale markets, often at the expense of broader, more inclusive opportunities. Here's how these insights translate into the realm of education: - **1️⃣ Prestige vs. Accessibility** 🎓⬆️: Educational institutions, akin to leading firms, may chase prestige, potentially sidelining the vast, unmet needs of a more diverse student body. - **2️⃣ Overcoming Downmarket Dilemmas** 🚧👥: Just like the initial reluctance in the disk drive industry to embrace smaller, less profitable markets, higher education must boldly address the challenge of making learning more accessible to underserved communities. - **3️⃣ Strategic Leadership and Innovation** 🌟📚: Forward-thinking resource allocation and visionary leadership are crucial for adopting innovative educational models that cater to future student needs and emerging market trends. The journey of the disk drive industry offers valuable lessons for higher education: to prioritize disruptive innovation and inclusivity, ensuring education's relevance and reach for all. How can educational leaders strategically embrace innovation to better serve diverse student populations? #InnovatorsDilemma #HigherEdInnovation #EducationalTransformation #TheClarkCommunique

I'm excited to announce that I have applied and could potentially receive a scholarship along with my #MBA in Womens Leadership! Just completed my first course: Entrepreneurship I: Customer Discovery 👏🏼 #womanowned #womeninbusiness #womensupportingwomen #leadership #business #entrepreneurship #onlineeducation