In today's episode, we explore how concepts from linguistics can impact innovation. In particular, we dive into the distinction between surface structure and deep structure. Understanding these concepts will help you be better at strategic alignment, innovation, and problem-solving.

In this episode, we first explore a myth of productivity. Although most organizations are busier than ever and they want to "do more with less," this is often the opposite of what is effective. Instead you want to "do less, get more." Focus on the leverage points of your business and you will get greater productivity.

During this, I also explore a provocative perspective: Before you can multiply, you must first learn to divide.

After setting the stage with these philosophies, I use them to tackle a user submitted question: How can I sell my digital product to as many people as possible?

This episode will open your mind and get you thinking in new and different ways.

In today's episode, we explore how changing just one word in a problem statement can unleash an entirely new range of possible solutions - including new business models.

If you really want to better understand how to use the lenses, this is one that you don't want to miss!

Today's episode is about a topic that is one of my favorites. During the pandemic, everyone keeps asking me, "How are you going to pivot your business?" My response is, "I'm not. I'm going to DIVOT."

What does it mean to divot? It means to go deeper into what you already do and offer.

I think you will find this to be a fascinating and thought-provoking episode.

What if a great way to find better solutions is to look for terrible ideas?

In this episode, I share several examples of how seemingly bad ideas become great ideas.

Also, I use 3 of the lenses to solve the problem: How can we provide 24/7 support globally to our customers without being available 24/7?

Everyone loves brainstorming. Right? Unfortunately, the way most teams run their sessions is ineffective and inefficient. But what if there is a better way? In todays' episode, we explore 5 tips for improving your brainstorming sessions. Move them from stupid to stupendous.

In Episode 9, I briefly talked about differentiation and why it is an important part of innovation.

In this episode we do an even deeper dive into the topic. And in particular I share my Innovation Targeting Matrix. The premise is that there are three levels of activities/opportunities - and they aren't all equal. When you better understand how to prioritize your innovation investments, you will get the biggest bang for your buck.

2020 was a year of crises and innovation. Challenges and opportunities. Last year we saw the rapid adoption of new virtual technologies during the pandemic. We saw a similar adoption of new technology during another crisis 40 years ago. This is the story of technological adoption, adaptation, and innovation.

Today we start by answering the question, "What if trying to innovate everywhere can negatively impact your innovation effort?"

And then we tackle a listener submitted question: "How can Santa more effectively deliver all of his packages in one night?" Yes, the North Pole is a listener of the podcast. :)

In this episode, I explore why some people are luckier than others - and how you can create luck.

Contrary to what some experts say, luck is not just about hard work. It requires something else.

I share a probabilistic model that explains why focusing on specific outcomes reduces the likelihood of success.

I then share how you can increase your creativity and luck through a very simple technique that can be done immediately and does not take any extra time.