Innovators on Tap

Innovators on Tap

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Innovators on Tap episodes

  • Find A Way To Win
    For the 5th episode of Season 2 of Innovators on Tap, we explore the importance finding a way to win by examining the philosophies of Serena Williams, the Wright Brothers, AirBnB, Netflix, and Apple.
    17 min
  • Embrace The Brutal Truths
    For the fourth episode of Season 2 of Innovators on Tap, we explore the importance of the brutal truths, why the debate condition is much more effective than traditional brainstorming, and how you can become more comfortable with radical candor.
    13 min
  • Lead, Don't Manage
    For the third episode of Season 2 of Innovators on Tap, we explore why you can't manage innovation, you have to lead it. You also will be exposed to questions to see if you are more of a manager or a leader.
    15 min
  • BONUS: Innovation In Uncertain Times w/ Mike Broeker
    As the coronavirus continues to impact our lives in a profound way, many people are curious on how to find opportunities during this crisis.
    So, last week, I hosted a webinar that dove into that exact topic.
    My guest on the webinar was Mike Broeker, deputy athletic director for Marquette University.
    More than 150 people tuned in and we were amazed by the number of thoughtful questions we received during the Q&A portion. 
    Unfortunately, we weren’t able to answer all the questions during the webinar - so we created a bonus podcast episode that addressed the questions that we didn’t have time for during the event, and a few more that occurred to Mike during our conversation.
    If you weren’t able to watch the webinar - don’t worry - this episode will still be relevant for you as we discuss how to lead during a crisis, how to adjust to a new normal, and what you can do to deal with the stress of this situation.
    Webinar: https://alumni.marquette.edu/beyondmu-archive-050420
    The Innovator’s Spirit Book: https://give.marquette.edu/innovators-spirit
    35 min
  • Solve Problems That Create Value

    Welcome to season 2 of Innovators on Tap!

    This season will explore many of the concepts outlined in Chuck’s new book The Innovator’s Spirit.

    For episode 2, we explore the hard part of innovation: solving problems and creating real value. We also explore the concept of features vs. benefits, Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla, and why thinking like a customer is key to innovation.

    If you have an opinion on these topics, please feel free to email us through the contact page. The best ideas often stem from the intersection of different points of view.

    You can follow the podcast and host Chuck Swoboda on Twitter for further exploration and discussion on innovation.

    14 min
  • Uncover Your Innovator's Spirit

    Welcome to Season 2 of Innovators on Tap!

    This season will explore many of the concepts outlined in Chuck’s new book The Innovator’s Spirit.

    For episode 1, we explore what the Innovator’s Spirit is all about, the power of Fermi questions, and how you can get comfortable with failure, change, and the pursuit of the impossible.

    If you have an opinion on these topics, please feel free to email us through the contact page. The best ideas often stem from the intersection of different points of view.

    You can follow the podcast and host Chuck Swoboda on Twitter for further exploration and discussion on innovation.

    14 min
  • Finding Opportunity in Crisis
    Chuck Swoboda discusses how to find opportunity in crisis and takes a look at the example of Higher Education as we hear how students, staff, and the entire industry is responding to COVID-19.
    20 min
  • For A Successful Career, Develop Yourself And Embrace Opportunity
    Are you a career planner? Or career zig-zagger? Either way, you'll likely want some advice that can help you professionally. Well, that's what this episode is all about. But if you're looking for conventional career advice, you won't find it here. Instead, we picked the 10 best personal development quotes from 10 different guests on the podcast so far that will help you - and by extension your career. Enjoy!
    14 min
  • Innovation as a Mindset Live! w/ Chris Luecke

    Chuck Swoboda sits down with Chris Luecke, Account Executive at Rockwell Automation and Host of Manufacturing Happy Hour. They discuss the how to give the best feedback, their own definition of innovation, and how large organizations can embrace innovation and risk.

    36 min
  • Make It Personal w/ Kenton Lee
    Chuck Swoboda sits down with Kenton Lee, inventor of The Shoe That Grows and Founder of Because International. They discuss the benefits of making things personal, the problem with experts, the power of practical compassion, and the difference between founding a company & running it.
    41 min

About Innovators on Tap

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Innovators on Tap is a podcast that encourages you to challenge the status quo, think about what’s possible, and pursue the impossible.