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Innovation isn't just a tech team's job—it's a leadership imperative.
In manufacturing and product development, the real competitive edge comes from knowing how to modernize 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 losing what...

Joe Gifford
May 61 min read


Common innovation blockers
Have you ever wondered why some companies innovate effortlessly while others struggle to get off the ground? 🤔 The truth is, the path...

Joe Gifford
May 11 min read


3 easy steps to build a culture of innovation
Ever wondered why some companies seem to have an endless stream of groundbreaking ideas? 💡 It's not magic. It's a culture of...

Joe Gifford
Apr 251 min read


Innovation Fatigue
Years ago, at a company far, far away, I was leading a large innovation project, and we hit a wall 🧱. Innovation fatigue had set in....

Joe Gifford
Apr 221 min read


Why do some companies excel at innovation while others fall behind, stuck in their ways? 🤔
In my work with businesses eager to accelerate innovation, I've noticed that many get trapped in a cycle of repetitive ideation without...

Joe Gifford
Apr 191 min read


Innovation and cost reduction aren't just buzzwords...
—they're the lifeblood of any thriving business. 💡 In today's hypercompetitive landscape, businesses need to accelerate innovation not...

Joe Gifford
Apr 112 min read


Is innovation your strategic playground, but you're struggling with cost constraints? 🤔
Balancing innovation and cost efficiency is a challenge many face. Yet, it's precisely this balancing act that sparks the most...

Joe Gifford
Apr 82 min read


Innovation vs. Cost
Innovation versus cost: are they mutually exclusive? 🤔 In the fast-paced business world today, many perceive innovation and cost...

Joe Gifford
Mar 211 min read


Innovation in Water Treatment
Innovation in water treatment has a reputation for moving at a snail’s pace. But every now and then, a push—whether from new regulations...

Joe Gifford
Mar 181 min read


𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐣𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐜𝐭?🤹♂️
You're not alone. The dance between open innovation and patents is a classic conundrum. 🤔 But could they be the perfect pair? 💡 This...

Joe Gifford
Mar 151 min read


Leverage Intellectual Property
🔍 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐮𝐞𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧? If not, there's...

Joe Gifford
Mar 121 min read


Breaking out of the cycle
🚀 Are you stuck in the cycle of traditional problem-solving, unable to break through with fresh ideas? Innovation isn't just about...

Joe Gifford
Mar 71 min read


Why is innovation the ultimate competitve advantage in today's market? 🚀
In a rapidly changing world, staying ahead requires more than just keeping up. It demands a proactive approach to rethinking existing...

Joe Gifford
Feb 211 min read


Happy Anniversary: Lessons from work and marriage
26 years of marriage taught me a lot more than love and patience. ❤️ It taught me lessons that I carry into the workplace every day....

Joe Gifford
Feb 122 min read


Is innovation a sprint or a marathon?
In the fast-paced world of business, innovation is often treated like a race to the finish line. But is that really the best approach?...

Joe Gifford
Feb 41 min read


Fear can stifle innovation, but it doesn't have to!
Last night we were visited by Dr. S., and he rewrote yesterday's post. So here's another Seussian Tale for your enjoyment. Check out the...

Joe Gifford
Jan 291 min read


Ever notice how fear can slow us down?
𝗟𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆'𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗱...

Joe Gifford
Jan 281 min read


How can I communicate better?
Ever sat in a meeting and thought, Do they understand the words coming out of my mouth? 🤔 You're not alone. Communication is tricky,...

Joe Gifford
Jan 221 min read


Did you meet your business goals in 2024?
How did you do in areas of growth, innovation, profit, people? 🌱 Is it time to get rid of some junk? 🗑️ The end of the year is a time...

Joe Gifford
Jan 181 min read


🎯 Navigating the Future of Manufacturing: Top Trends to Watch in 2025
As someone who's had a foot in both the corporate and startup worlds for over three decades, I've seen how rapidly manufacturing...

Joe Gifford
Jan 152 min read
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