From 'Epic Disruptions': 5 Lessons in Innovation from Julia Child
24 Sep 2025
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Innovation takes grit and disciplined experimentation. Julia Child’s quest for the perfect baguette shows how breakthroughs happen—and offers lessons for every leader.

Learn more in Scott D. Anthony’s 'Epic Disruptions': https://s.hbr.org/41UgHmi

From 'Epic Disruptions': 5 Lessons in Innovation from Julia Child 24 Sep 2025 --- Innovation takes grit and disciplined experimentation. Julia Child’s quest for the perfect baguette shows how breakthroughs happen—and offers lessons for every leader. Learn more in Scott D. Anthony’s 'Epic Disruptions': https://s.hbr.org/41UgHmi

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