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A Global weekly show interviewing authors to inspire, educate and inform the business world and the curious. Presented by the author of "Undisruptable", this Global show speaks of something greater beyond innovation, disruption and technology. It speaks to the human need to learn: how to adapt to and love a changing world. It embraces the spirit of constant change, of staying receptive, of always learning.

The Innovation Show The Innovation Show

    • Technology
    • 4.9 • 94 Ratings

A Global weekly show interviewing authors to inspire, educate and inform the business world and the curious. Presented by the author of "Undisruptable", this Global show speaks of something greater beyond innovation, disruption and technology. It speaks to the human need to learn: how to adapt to and love a changing world. It embraces the spirit of constant change, of staying receptive, of always learning.

    From Postage to Paradigm Shift with Michael J. Critelli

    From Postage to Paradigm Shift with Michael J. Critelli

    Navigating Change and Reinvention: A Conversation with Michael J. Critelli
    In this in-depth conversation, former CEO and Chairman of Pitney Bowes, Michael J. Critelli, shares insights on leading a company through periods of significant change and market disruption. Starting with a historical overview of Pitney Bowes’ evolution from a mail processing business to embracing global markets and adjacent market opportunities, Critelli discusses strategic thinking, the importance of innovation, and the necessity of constantly adapting business strategies. He highlights the challenges of competing with government and quasi-government entities, the importance of exiting markets strategically, and the need to centralize operations to stay competitive. The conversation also touches on the value of salespeople as 'human sensors' in identifying opportunities, the importance of R&D investment, understanding customer-driven value, and the role of leadership in navigating change. Critelli’s journey offers valuable lessons on staying relevant in evolving markets and the continuous rebalancing of organizational focus and resources.
    00:00 Opening Remarks and Introduction to Today's Episode
    01:55 The Evolution of Pitney Bowes: Adapting to Change
    03:43 Insights and Strategies from Michael J. Critelli
    07:40 Reframing Competition and Embracing New Opportunities
    12:45 Navigating the Complexities of Global Postal Services
    20:35 The Art of Entering and Exiting Markets Strategically
    36:43 Cultural Transformation and Organizational Change
    45:25 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More
    Find Mike here: https://www.mikecritelli.com
     

    • 46 min
    Trails Less Travelled: Innovation Lessons from former CEO and Chairman of Pitney Bowes, Michael Critelli Part 1

    Trails Less Travelled: Innovation Lessons from former CEO and Chairman of Pitney Bowes, Michael Critelli Part 1

    In this episode of 'The Innovation Show,' host Aidan McCullen sits down with the former chairman and CEO of Pitney Bowes, Michael Critelli.
    Through a deep dive into Critelli’s career, we explore his penchant for the road less traveled, his transformative leadership at Pitney Bowes, and his insights on innovation, strategy, and foresight. From humble beginnings to leading a staple communications company through times of intense change, including the internet era, 9/11, and the recession, Critelli shares lessons on valuing potential over qualifications, listening to dissent, and the importance of constant adaptation in business and life.
    00:00 Early Career and Joining Pitney Bowes
    01:40 Climbing the Ladder: From Legal to Leadership
    04:28 Reinventing Pitney Bowes: A Tale of Transformative Change
    07:09 Embracing Agile Strategy: Lessons from the Front Lines
    13:51 The Power of Listening and Adapting in Leadership
    42:39 The Importance of Vision and Courage in Decision-Making 
    44:47 Fostering a Culture of Continuous Learning and Innovation

    • 47 min
    Challenge-Driven Innovation with Bea Schofield

    Challenge-Driven Innovation with Bea Schofield

    This episode of the Corporate Explorer series features a discussion with Bea Schofield, a specialist in Challenge-Driven Innovation (CDI), and various co-authors of the 'Corporate Explorer Field Book'.
    The podcast, supported by Wazoku, delves into how large organisations can foster innovation through a sustainable ecosystem using 'Connected Collective Intelligence'. The conversation focuses on the principles of CDI, detailing a framework dubbed 'LASSO' for crafting effective challenges that stimulate creative solutions. It underscores the importance of setting clear boundaries to fuel creativity, ensuring challenges are actionable and specific, and aligning them with strategic goals to facilitate ownership and support within the organisation. The episode also covers strategic challenge framing, stakeholder engagement, solution evaluation, and prioritisation, offering insights into blending creativity with systematic processes for corporate innovation. Bea Schofield shares her perspective on the role of corporate innovators and the necessity of balancing ideation with execution to drive meaningful organisational change. 
    00:00 Welcome to the Corporate Explorer Series: Launching the Field Book
    00:15 Introducing Wazoku: Powering Sustainable Innovation
    01:07 Diving Into the World of CDI with Bea Schofield
    03:59 Exploring the LASSO Framework for Effective Challenges
    07:44 The Importance of Support and Ownership in Innovation
    17:19 Navigating Corporate Innovation: Strategies and Tools
    20:41 Selecting the Right Channels for Innovation Challenges
    21:58 Wrapping Up and Where to Find Bea Schofield
    Corporate Explorer Series, Innovation Ecosystems, CDI (Challenge Driven Innovation), Connected Collective Intelligence, Ideation Process, Challenge Design, LASSO Framework, Problem Solving,  Collaboration,  Corporate Innovation

    • 22 min
    Ian Morrison Part 2 of The Second Curve

    Ian Morrison Part 2 of The Second Curve

    Ian and the host, Aidan McCullen, explore how companies past and present have navigated the transition from the 'first curve' - a state of established practices and security - to the 'second curve' of innovation and adaptation in the face of new technologies and markets. They discuss examples of organisations like HR Block, SGI (Silicon Graphics), and Volvo, and how they've managed to pivot or struggled with these shifts.
    Ian offers profound insights into the societal move towards a knowledge economy, the importance of venture capital in disruptive innovation, consumer empowerment, and the geographical shift in economic power towards the Asia-Pacific region. Furthermore, they discuss the importance of organisational culture in adapting to change, the challenges of measuring success on the second curve, and the personal and societal impacts of these transitions.
    The conversation concludes by emphasising the need for individuals and organisations to embrace uncertainty, leverage existing competencies, and prepare for a future that prioritises hyper-effectiveness and adaptive skills. 
     
    00:00 Introduction to the Second Curve
    00:31 Understanding the Shift from First to Second Curve
    00:56 The Impact of the Second Curve on Organizations
    01:44 The Second Curve and the Post-Industrial Economy
    02:10 The Role of Knowledge in the Second Curve
    02:48 The Power of Disruptive Innovation
    03:03 The Shift in Consumer Power
    03:34 The Geographic Transformation of the Second Curve
    04:36 The Importance of People in the Second Curve
    05:31 The Second Curve Mindset
    06:25 The Dilemma of the Second Curve
    09:02 The Role of Technology in the Second Curve
    15:06 The Impact of the Second Curve on Individuals
    18:24 The Future of the Second Curve
    48:19 Conclusion: Embracing the Second Curve
     
    Find ian here: http://ianmorrison.com
     

    • 50 min
    If Health is Wealth, America's Working Mothers Are Living in Extreme Poverty with Ann Somers Hogg

    If Health is Wealth, America's Working Mothers Are Living in Extreme Poverty with Ann Somers Hogg

    Working mothers are disproportionately bearing the burden of poor physical and mental health outcomes, on top of economic burdens amplified by parenthood. But this isn’t just an individual issue. What impacts the mother has negative ripple effects for children, families, employers, and our nation as a whole. In recent years, this burden has increased, along with women’s likelihood of dying after childbirth. The infographic below highlights the gravity of these burdens and the national toll this stress on working mothers creates. Working mothers are plagued by depression, anxiety, and burnout at higher rates than both working fathers and coworkers without children. Mental health issues are the leading cause of maternal mortality, which the CDC recently identified as preventable in 84% of cases. Health issues are compounded by economic distress, such as the cost of childcare, which has risen 214% since 1990, while average family income has only risen 143%. Missed days from work due to mental distress cost the economy over $47 billion.
    Find the report here: 
    https://www.christenseninstitute.org/blog/the-hug-that-americas-mothers-need-now/

    • 29 min
    Ideation from Within with Kaihan Krippendorff

    Ideation from Within with Kaihan Krippendorff

    Ideation from Within with Kaihan Krippendorff Harnessing Inner Innovation: The IDEAS Framework with Kaihan Krippendorff This episode of the Corporate Explorer Field Book, presented by Wazoku, features an insightful discussion with Kaihan Krippendorff, a renowned innovation strategist. Krippendorff introduces the IDEAS framework, a method developed over 15 years to foster breakthrough ideas within large corporations.
    The framework is an acronym for Imagine, Dissect, Expand, Analyze, and Sell, representing five types of conversations critical to nurturing a culture of innovation.
    He emphasizes the framework's practicality by sharing his experience of conducting hundreds of workshops, generating billions in revenue through the innovative ideas it has produced. Krippendorff also explores common barriers to innovation and offers strategies to overcome them, making it a valuable resource for leaders aiming to drive internal innovation and create a sustainable innovation ecosystem.
    Chapters:
     
    00:00 Introduction to Corporate Explorer and Wazoku
    00:37 Ideation From Within: Generating Breakthrough Ideas
    01:08 Kaihan Krippendorff's IDEAS Framework Unveiled
    02:04 The Power of Conversations in Ideation
    02:42 The Evolution and Impact of the IDEAS Framework
    04:51 Exploring the IDEAS Framework in Detail
    09:23 Overcoming Barriers with the IDEAS Framework
    13:03 Concluding Remarks and Where to Find Kaihan
    13:33 Closing and Recap of Wazoku's Mission
     
    Find Kaihan here.
    That series with Kaihan is here on YouTube:
    https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMxiNrgE29RLWDfWatSwogqFqLQVytkWO&si=k8umYt_1eh0aXolb

    • 14 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
94 Ratings

94 Ratings

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Excellent Content!

Aidan is a very inspiring and engaging individual. I enjoy listening to some of his podcasts in my spare time.

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Best of its kind

Every guest Aidan has on is someone I want to spend time with. For anyone involved in change or innovation, or just anyone emotionally invested in what they do, I would highly recommend the Innovation Show. It’s got me reading more, writing more, thinking more and stressing less.

bernie brod ,

Innovation show

Excellent podcast. Very informative

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