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The Innovation Show

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.

  1. HACE 4 H · CONTENIDO EXTRA

    The Harmony of Ra and Horus: Bridging Exploit and Explore

    The Harmony of Ra and Horus: Bridging Exploit and Explore F Scott Fitzgerald once wrote, “The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposing ideas in mind at the same time and still retain the ability to function.” In times of turbulence, leaders must balance the two opposing ideas of exploit and explore. Ra and Horus, two pivotal figures in Egyptian mythology, symbolise the dual forces of power and intuition, rationality and creativity. Together as Ra-Horakhty, they embody a unification of opposites. In organisational terms, this metaphor captures the balance between exploitation — the optimisation of current capabilities — and exploration — the pursuit of new possibilities. Inspired by my recent conversation with Mike Tushman and Charles O’Reilly and James March’s seminal work on organisational learning, this post explores how integrating these dual forces fosters ambidexterity, enabling organisations to thrive in both the present and the future. Ra: The Organisational Force of Exploitation In mythology, Ra is the sun god, embodying power, creation, and rationality. He represents the structured, predictable cycle of the sun, providing stability and light. In organisations, Ra reflects the principles of exploitation, ensuring that current strengths are refined and utilised to their fullest potential. Organisational Ra includes: Execution and Strategy: Teams that deliver results through clear processes and focused strategies. Operational Efficiency: Optimisation of resources, ensuring stability and short-term profitability. Leadership and Structure: Leaders who prioritise alignment with organisational goals and mitigate risk. Ra aligns with the conscious mind, driving focus, clarity, and execution. However, organisations overly reliant on Ra risk stagnation, becoming trapped in suboptimal routines that limit innovation. Horus: The Organisational Force of Exploration The Eye of Horus symbolises protection, health, and restoration in ancient Egypt. According to myth, Horus lost his left eye in a battle with Seth, and it was magically restored by Hathor. This restoration came to symbolise healing and the process of becoming whole. Horus, the falcon-headed god, represents creativity and vision, capturing the spirit of exploration and long-term growth. Organisational Horus includes: Innovation and Creativity: Teams that explore bold ideas, embrace uncertainty, and foster breakthroughs. Empathy and Culture: Efforts that nurture human-centred design and foster a supportive organisational culture. Long-Term Vision: Leadership that anticipates future challenges and invests in experimentation. Horus represents the subconscious mind, fostering emotional intelligence and adaptability. However, without Ra’s structure, organisations driven solely by Horus risk lacking focus and direction. Ra-Horakhty: Uniting Exploitation and Exploration In Egyptian mythology, Ra-Horakhty — “Ra, who is Horus of the Two Horizons” — represents the unification of these complementary forces. The rising sun (Horus) and the setting sun (Ra) reflect a cyclical harmony, where opposites merge to create a greater whole. In organisations, Ra-Horakhty serves as a metaphor for ambidexterity — the ability to balance exploitation (Ra) with exploration (Horus). This balance is essential for thriving in both stable and volatile environments. Organisational Ra-Horakhty includes: Unified Leadership: Leaders who can integrate operational efficiency with visionary strategy. Ambidextrous Teams: Structures that enable both incremental improvements and bold innovations. Cultural Harmony: A mindset that values both stability and adaptability, blending logic with creativity. The Balance Between Exploitation and Exploration Scholars like James March, Tushman, O’Reilly and Binns highlights the organisational challenge of balancing exploitation and exploration: Exploitation: Refining current capabilities t

    5 min
  2. Michael Tushman and Charles O'Reilly - Mastering Ambidexterity: Core And Explore

    HACE 6 DÍAS

    Michael Tushman and Charles O'Reilly - Mastering Ambidexterity: Core And Explore

    🎥 Mastering Ambidexterity: How to Balance Core and Explore with Michael Tushman & Charles O'Reilly What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The challenges of balancing innovation and efficiency. How Microsoft transformed its culture under Satya Nadella using the LEASH Model. The role of Corporate Explorers in driving change. Practical tools and strategies for structural ambidexterity. In this episode of the Corporate Explorer series, Charles O'Reilly III and Mike Tushman delve into the concept of corporate ambidexterity, focusing on how to balance core (exploit) and explore businesses. They emphasize the creation of separate units with distinct architectures, metrics, and cultures. The discussion explores the critical role of organizational culture and the 'LEASH' model for driving cultural transformation. Using Microsoft under Satya Nadella as a case study, they demonstrate how consistent behavior reinforcement can drive successful cultural change. This episode is essential for leaders aiming to navigate the complexities of innovation within established firms.   00:00 Introduction to Ambidexterity 00:25 Challenges in Implementing Ambidexterity 00:59 Corporate Explorer Series Overview 01:36 Guest Introduction: Charles O'Reilly and Mike Tushman 02:05 Core and Explore: Research and Insights 03:57 The Role of Culture in Ambidexterity 06:14 Microsoft's Cultural Transformation 07:32 The LEASH Model Explained 09:23 Satya Nadella's Leadership at Microsoft 16:51 Linking Personal and Organizational Renewal 18:35 Closing Remarks and Resources 💡 Learn More: Check out related episodes with Tushman & O’Reilly 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMxiNrgE29RLJmEfThOicSPPH972VP0U7  Engage with Us: https://theinnovationshow.io Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-innovation-show/  #Ambidexterity #Innovation #Leadership #OrganizationalChange #CorporateExplorer

    19 min

  3. 13 NOV · CONTENIDO EXTRA

    Technological Taylorism: How Modern AI is Reshaping the Future of Work

    Technological Taylorism: How Modern AI is Reshaping the Future of Work In this episode, we delve into the concept of Technological Taylorism and how the advent of AI and automation is restructuring the workforce. We revisit Frederick Taylor’s principles of scientific management and examine their relevance in today's job market. The discussion covers the rise in workplace surveillance, the transformation of jobs into piecemeal tasks, and the increasing vulnerability of freelance and middle management roles. The episode also explores the larger implications of AI on job creation, economic growth, and the potential for a technological singularity. Featuring insights from experts like Paul Daugherty and Yossi Sheffi, this thought-provoking discussion questions the future of labor in an efficient, data-driven world. 00:00 Introduction: Technological Taylorism and the Future of Work 00:32 The Legacy of Frederick Taylor's Scientific Management 01:31 Modern Workforce Surveillance and AI 03:04 The Rise of Freelancers and Automation 05:39 Creative Destruction in the Digital Age 08:13 The Future of Work: Concerns and Predictions 10:24 Conclusion: Human + Machine Paradigm   Technological Taylorism: The Automation of Efficiency and the Future of Work The philosopher and media theorist Marshall McLuhan contends that "we shape our tools, and thereafter our tools shape us", The idea suggests that we create and adapt to technologies. These technologies, in turn, shape our behaviours, perceptions, and ultimately, our societies. This goes for any technology from the stopwatch to the advanced artificial intelligence.  I hope I am wrong... In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Frederick Taylor introduced a management approach that would fundamentally change the industrial world. With tools as basic as a pen, ledger, and stopwatch, Taylor meticulously observed and recorded the activities of factory workers, aiming to enhance efficiency through what he termed "scientific management." This system dissected every action into its basic elements. Taylor's analysis led to the precise timing and reorganization of each task to maximize speed and efficiency. Initially, these changes led to significant productivity gains, but they also stripped workers of their autonomy and sense of craftsmanship. Understandably, Taylorism reduced skilled artisans to interchangeable cogs in a mechanized process. Fast forward to today, and Taylor's shadow looms large over modern workforce management. Today's management practices have evolved to slice jobs into ever-smaller tasks. In 2019, The Wall Street Journal highlighted a significant shift towards workplace surveillance, labelling employees as "workforce data generators." This marked a new phase in management's scientific approach, now armed with AI-driven tools far beyond Taylor's  stopwatch. The COVID-19 pandemic and the shift to remote work turbocharged the use of these surveillance tools. A 2021 study by Gartner revealed that the adoption of technologies like facial recognition among employers had doubled to 60% during the pandemic, with predictions of continued growth. This surge in monitoring tools reflects a crisis-induced rush towards greater control, reminiscent of Taylor's response to perceived inefficiencies. The narrative has been that a surefire way to protect yourself in an age of AI is to have a complex, human job. However, when you really examine any complex job it is just a Gordian knot of simple tasks, tasks that can be cheese sliced apart. Consider, AI-powered project management software that eliminates middle management by automating tasks. Once it has unbundled jobs into tasks, it then assembles freelance teams. While these freelancers initially benefit, the software soon learns from their work, and gradually replaces them too.  Freelancers are increasingly becoming a significant part of the workforce. A 2022 study by Upwork found that 38% of Americans engaged in f

    11 min
  4. Paul R. Daugherty - Radically Human

    10 NOV

    Paul R. Daugherty - Radically Human

    Paul Daugherty - Radically Human In this episode, we dive deep with Paul Daugherty, Senior Technology Advisor to Accenture and author of 'Radically Human' and 'Human + Machine'. We explore the evolution of artificial intelligence, its impact on businesses, and how companies can navigate the AI-driven landscape using the IDEAS framework. Paul shares insights into human-centered AI, the importance of trust, and how organizations can reimagine work in the age of AI.  00:00 Introduction to Human-Centered AI 00:49 Guest Introduction: Paul Daugherty 01:45 Context of the Books: Human + Machine and Radically Human 03:06 Research Insights: AI's Impact on Business Performance 04:38 Pandemic as an Accelerant for Technology Adoption 06:23 Tech Vision 2024: Key Trends and Predictions 09:47 Challenges and Opportunities for CTOs 18:26 The Digital Core: Modernizing for the AI Era 24:47 Every Company is a Technology Company 28:30 Phases of Intelligent Technology 35:23 The Digital Divide: A Growing Concern 36:14 Supporting Displaced Workers 38:30 The Trust Gap in the Workforce 41:37 The IDEAS Framework: An Overview 46:49 Deep Learning and Its Limitations 53:14 The Role of Data in AI 59:56 Machine Teaching and Human-Machine Hybrids 01:02:03 Innovating in the Cloud 01:05:18 Strategic Approaches: Forever Beta and Colabbing 01:07:44 The Importance of Trust 01:08:47 Conclusion and Contact Information

    1 h y 9 min

  5. 6 NOV · CONTENIDO EXTRA

    The AI Dilemma: Struggle or Shortcuts

    In a world of instant gratification and AI shortcuts, are we losing sight of the value of struggle? 🤔 Join us as we explore the importance of embracing challenges and the deeper connection forged through effort and perseverance. From personal anecdotes in sports to the insights of Naomi S. Baron, Albert Camus, Andrew Huberman, and Yuval Noah Harari, we uncover the transformative power of struggle in learning, creativity, and personal growth.  Discover why "passing through the desert of boredom" is crucial for laying down neural pathways and achieving meaningful results. We'll also delve into the impact of AI on education and organizations, and how bypassing the struggle can lead to a sense of detachment and diminished ownership. Don't miss this thought-provoking exploration of why struggle is not just essential for success, but also for finding deeper meaning in our achievements. 💡  🔗 Check out the full article here: https://thethursdaythought.substack.com/publish/posts/detail/151286406?referrer=%2Fp%2Fthe-ai-dilemma-struggle-or-shortcuts   Find the Reinvention Summit here  https://www.thereinventionsummit.com

    9 min

  6. 31 OCT

    Naomi S. Baron - Who Wrote This? How AI and the Lure of Efficiency Threaten Human Writing

    AI's Influence on Creativity, Writing, and Learning: A Deep Dive with Naomi S. Baron   Join us in this insightful episode as we explore the profound impact of artificial intelligence on writing, creativity, and education with renowned linguist and author Naomi S. Baron. Delve into key discussions from her book, 'Who Wrote This: How AI and the Lure of Efficiency Threaten Human Writing,' highlighting both the potential benefits and ethical dilemmas of AI-generated content. Discover the complexity of copyright issues in the AI era, the importance of maintaining manual skills and personal touch in professional fields, and the significance of mental challenges in fostering authentic creativity. Learn about AI breakthroughs, such as AlphaFold in medicine, and real-world experiments like Google's Notebook LLM. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in the evolving role of AI in our lives, the protection of human authorship, and the vital interplay between technology and the human mind.   00:00 Introduction to AI Writing Tools 00:52 Meet the Expert: Naomi S. Baron 01:28 AI's Impact on Authorship and Creativity 03:08 The Deep Dive Experiment 06:05 Legal and Ethical Concerns 14:24 The Value of Human Creativity 28:46 The Struggle and Reward of Creativity 31:48 The Creative Struggle: Is It Necessary? 32:45 Artistic Mastery: From Bach to Picasso 35:44 Innovation and Discipline: Insights from Peter Compo 36:38 The Impact of AI on Education and Skills 42:13 The Importance of Personal Voice in Writing 44:35 The Physicality of Reading and Writing 54:35 The Future of Jobs in the Age of AI 01:01:51 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

    1 h y 4 min

  7. 30 OCT · CONTENIDO EXTRA

    Navigating Change: The Hidden Scents, Sausages and Trip Wires

    In this week’s Thursday Thought, we explore the crucial role of 'Helpful Cassandras'—individuals with heightened perceptions of change within business environments. Drawing on analogies from nature, quotes from visionaries like Warren Buffet and Andy Grove, and the concept of 'Umwelt' by Jakob von Uexküll, we discuss how different sensory frameworks shape our understanding of market shifts and disruptions. The episode highlights the importance of recognizing and supporting these perceptive individuals to stay ahead of crises and seize new opportunities. Don't miss out on the launch of The Reinvention Summit, featuring a workshop led by Rita McGrath on early warnings and trend detection.   00:00 Introduction: Focus on the Playing Field 00:30 The Role of Helpful Cassandras 00:46 Developing Organizational Antennas 01:53 Understanding Umwelt in Business 03:14 Rodents: Masters of Olfactory Perception 04:26 Economic Signals: Smelling the Sausage 06:45 The Cassandra Story: Andy Grove and the Helpful Cassandras 09:16 Embracing Early Warnings 10:51 Conclusion: Join The Reinvention Summit   https://www.thereinventionsummit.com   Article: Navigating Change: The Hidden Scents, Sausages and Trip Wires  “Games are won by players who focus on the playing field - not by those whose eyes are glued to the scoreboard.” - Warren Buffet. Just as different species perceive their environments in unique ways, individuals within a business environment experience and interpret the world around them through their subjective lenses. Some of these individuals—like modern-day Cassandras—are particularly attuned to early signs of change or disruption, but their warnings are often ignored. Using the analogy of rodents' heightened sense of smell, we explore how these Helpful Cassandras can guide companies away from crisis or towards new opportunities.yet are frequently overlooked. Embracing their foresight is crucial to navigating an uncertain future. "The capacity of an organization to read its environment somewhere out there, which requires hiring some people whose sole job is to pay attention to the things that we're not paying attention to. If you think about any system, any [00:01:00] creature has only certain antennas. Which means that those antennas allow them to be in touch with this part of the world and not that part of the world. And they get in trouble when the world suddenly has something as a threat to them that they have no antennas for. So it's very important in an organization to develop the capacity here to have these kind of emergent antennas. And or to have at least parts of things that are paying attention to what people are not paying attention to, because, in most every case, when a crisis is coming, there are people who know nobody wants to listen to them because things are going well. And you certainly don't help your career by talking about them. So I think organizations, if they want to really be on the edge of things, have to build in as capacity here to surveil parts of environment. That it has not been paying very much attention to." - Stan Deetz, Innovation Show 559  Jakob von Uexküll was a pioneering biologist interested in how living beings perceive their environments. [00:02:00] He argued that organisms experience life through species-specific, subjective reference frames he called Umwelt (The German word for environment). Each species experiences the world through its own unique sensory lens. A tick, for instance, uses the smell of butyric acid to locate a mammalian host, while a star-nosed mole relies on touch to navigate underground. Despite sharing the same physical space, animals perceive their surroundings in vastly different ways. This idea of Umwelt applies not only to biology but also to how individuals in a business environment interpret signals of change. In the business world, we each operate with different sensory frameworks. Some colleagues are tuned into technological a

    12 min

  8. 26 OCT

    Stan Deetz - Leading Organizations through Transition Part 2

    Stan Deetz 2   Navigating Organizational Change: Insights on Leadership, Culture, and AI with Stan Deetz   In this comprehensive episode, join renowned expert Stan Deetz as we explore the complexities of organizational change. Delve into the challenges leaders face when reshaping deeply ingrained cultural assumptions and managing innovation. Discover the impact of language in fostering change, the role of visionary leadership, and the importance of addressing environmental factors before they become crises. Learn about the significant influence of AI on organizational structures and the critical need for maintaining tacit knowledge and genuine communication in a digital age. Gain valuable perspectives on the intersection of leadership, culture, and technology in transforming modern organizations.   00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back 00:09 The Ugly Truth About Transitions 00:51 Challenging Cultural Assumptions 02:24 The Metaphor of Left-Handedness 05:28 The Struggle of Change Agents 11:35 The Role of Founders in Shaping Culture 15:40 Generational Clashes in Organizations 23:22 The Importance of Praising Mistakes 26:42 Timing and Crisis in Organizational Change 29:49 The Need for Vision in Transformation 30:41 The Power of Vision in Leadership 34:12 The Role of Language in Organizational Change 35:15 Challenges in Communicating New Ideas 47:17 Tacit Knowledge and Organizational Wisdom 51:37 AI and the Future of Management 53:42 Concluding Thoughts and Future Discussions   Find Stan here:  https://www.standeetz.org   Innovation, Change Management, Organizational Culture, Leadership, Communication, Transition, Transformation, Vision, Language, Learning, Tacit Knowing, AI, Diversity, Neurodiversity, Organizational Change, Culture Change, Innovation Culture, Digital Transformation, Future of Work, Change Leadership, Aidan McCullen, Stan Deetz, Aristotle, George Bernard Shaw, Jack Welch, Braverman, Chomsky, Giddens, Weber

    57 min
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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.

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