Impermanence is a natural process of constant change and mutation. Everything in this world has a start and an end point, which we are not in control of. Most of us tend to fear this at home and work.
We are living in a world where markets are constantly changing and competition is increasing. The notion that nothing lasts forever enables us to see different perspectives, innovate, and create change. Businesses who survive are those who not only adapt but innovate. Innovative businesses have leaders creating the culture of change.
Innovation has become a buzzword over the last 10 years, however the idea of the importance of it has been around for a lot longer. Peter Drucker, in his book Innovation and Entrepreneurship presented innovation as a discipline, and something to be practiced.
Most of us could better describe ‘an innovation’ or ‘someone who is innovative’ better than innovation itself. It can seem somewhat intangible, particularly in more traditional industries where things have been done in the same way for so long, but what if these very industries stand to gain the most?
Below I have shared Drucker’s insights on sources of innovation:
Successful innovation comes from your business strategy, to create a culture of innovation, new thinking and problem solving and ultimately accepting and embracing impermanence.
Interested in more on how to turn innovative ideas into a successful change project? Get in touch with me at roseanna.farish@alembicstrategy.com.
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