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Gary Hamel - Leading the Revolution Part 5


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In this episode of the Innovation Show, Aiden is joined once again by renowned business thinker Gary Hamel. Together, they delve into the transformative insights from Gary's book 'Leading the Revolution.' The discussion explores how deeply embedded principles of innovation and renewal can help companies navigate and flourish in turbulent industries. Case studies from industry giants like Cemex, UPS, and Charles Schwab illustrate how these companies have reinvented themselves by fostering organizational activism, customer-centricity, and rapid experimentation. Whether you are a leader looking to future-proof your organization or an innovation enthusiast, this episode offers valuable takeaways on institutionalizing change and sustaining growth.

 

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:24 Discussing the Book's Relevance

01:01 Gray-Haired Revolutionaries

02:14 Institutionalizing Activism

02:38 Case Studies: Charles Schwab, UPS, and Cemex

03:12 Challenges in Sustaining Growth

06:35 Reinvention and Resilience

12:33 UPS: From Trucking to Technology

22:29 Charles Schwab: Bricks and Clicks

35:04 Customer Sensitivity in Pricing Strategies

35:42 Southwest Airlines' Unique Approach

37:17 Innovating in Media: A Personal Story

38:38 Pro-Consumer Decisions in Companies

40:06 The Importance of Understanding Value

40:24 Apple's Retail Strategy

44:12 Promoting Innovation at Charles Schwab

48:09 The Numbers Game of Innovation

51:57 Cemex: Innovating in the Cement Industry

01:07:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

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