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𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 ‘𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆’ 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿, 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀. It doesn’t always come naturally, nor does it rank high on the priority list when deadlines and deliverables are looming.  The pressure to meet predefined outcomes can overshadow the importance of ideation, especially when solutions for reducing decision-making time are perceived as unnecessary if the process already seems well-defined. Recognizing this challenge, 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮’𝘀 '𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗿' 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗸𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗮𝗽 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆, ensuring that creativity becomes a continuous and integral part of their deliverables. 𝗔𝘁 Skalent INDIA 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻—𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗰𝘁 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘀. • 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 is the spark of original thought and knowledge that unleashes potential, fueling the generation of groundbreaking ideas. • 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, on the other hand, takes creativity a step further by channeling these ideas into actionable, practical solutions that drive impact. When used together, creativity and innovation become a powerful arsenal—one that equips organizations to rise above the ordinary and create the next big thing in today’s convenience-driven ecosystems. 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝘄𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 – • We helped create a 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 to embed originality into everyday work. • Usage of creativity as a tool for 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺-𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴. • Participants built the confidence to take 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸𝘀 and explore unconventional approaches. • 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 by aligning creativity with structured innovation. This wasn’t just a session—it was a movement toward 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, where innovation drives progress, and progress drives excellence. Skalent is proud to inspire and enable organizations to use 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 as their competitive advantage. 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗯𝗶𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿! #humanresources #Creativity #Innovation #LeadershipDevelopment #LearningAndDevelopment #FutureOfWork

Hello folks! Today I'm summarising the Guest Session #4 with Vladimir Oane (founder of Deepstash) in the "Breaking into product management" cohort aka Swag wala cohort " run by Shravan bhaiya! 💡 The Leader as Operator: Balancing Vision and Action: 👉 Great leaders don't just sit at the top issuing orders. They think like operators, ready to do the work alongside their teams. This requires a balance: ☝ Visionary: Setting the ambitious goal ☝ Operator: Breaking it down into actionable steps 👉 "Don't be fooled into thinking a big company and a big paycheck are the only paths to entrepreneurship," advises one experienced founder. "If you don't wake up excited by the challenges, it's time to explore!" 💡 Building Culture That Sticks: 👉 Company culture isn't about slogans – it's about your actions as a leader. If you embody respect, transparency, and a bit of healthy chaos, your team will follow. 💡 Deepstash: Knowledge in an Age of Distraction - 👉 One leader left a comfortable position to address a growing problem: 👉 Information overload and shrinking attention spans. The solution? A platform providing curated, digestible knowledge to build a foundation of understanding. 👉 "User interviews taught me a tough lesson," the founder admits. "B2B and consumer audiences are vastly different!" 💡 The AI Question: Threat or Opportunity? 👉 "Sure, attention spans are dwindling," the founder acknowledges, "But the need for deep understanding remains. Our mission is to adapt, using new tools to provide quality information that sticks." 👉 AI can enhance content structure, but it can never replace the human touch. Our focus is on empowering minds, building community, and embracing the journey of learning. 🔑 The Key takeaway - 👉 In a world of rapid change, we need leaders who are both dreamers and doers. It's about staying true to your core values while evolving to meet the times. The real reward? Not just in the outcomes, but in the journey of relentless growth and selfless action. Thank you Suraj & Shravan bhaiya for inviting Vlad to talk to us 😊 P.S. Deepstash is genuinely awesome! Having bite-sized information given to you in any topic of your liking, is a game changer! Thanks Suraj bhai to recommend this to me when we spoke for the first time! #artandproductmusings  #pm  #productmanagers  #productmanagement  #deepstash  #productivity #selfimprovement  #nextleap  #saas  #csuite #connections #breakingintoproductmanagement #theproductfolks  #insurjowithtpf  #productschool

🌟 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱-𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 🌟 Ever wondered what sets apart good leaders from great ones? In a recent Lenny Rachitsky's YouTube podcast with Kunal Shah, one of the most admired product leaders in India, I stumbled upon an insightful piece shedding light on the concept of Second-Order Thinking! 💡 Let's break it down in simple terms! 🧠 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁-𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: This is when we consider only the immediate consequences of our actions. It's like driving without looking beyond the next turn. Sure, it gets us somewhere, but are we reaching our destination efficiently? 💭 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱-𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: Ah, now here's where the magic happens! Second-order thinkers go beyond the obvious outcomes. They anticipate the ripple effects of their decisions, foreseeing potential challenges and opportunities down the road. 🌱 So, how does this apply to us as tech leaders? Imagine you're contemplating a new software update. First-order thinking might focus solely on its immediate impact on user experience. But hold on! Second-order thinking prompts you to consider scalability, security implications, and even market positioning. That's the game-changer! 🚀 By embracing second-order thinking, we elevate our leadership game. We navigate complexities with finesse, staying ahead of the curve in this fast-paced tech landscape. 👉 Curious to dive deeper? Please check my latest article at - https://lnkd.in/g8S7ivuB! Let's lead with vision, foresight, and a touch of Second-Order Thinking! Together, we'll innovate, adapt, and thrive in the ever-evolving world of technology. 💪💻 #TechLeadership #SecondOrderThinking #Innovation #TechStrategy #FutureReadyTech #LeadershipSkills #VKSContent #UnlimitedPotentialInside

Many aspire to be a leader. But not everyone is able to crack the code of what it takes to be a leader. To crack the code, we require mentorship by an established leader. I came cross this enlightening post by one of the leaders that I respect. Vinit Kumar Singh is an acknowledged Technology leader. In this post he explains the trait that distinguishes a visionary leader from others. Second-Order Thinking, as highlighted in the post, is a concept that goes beyond immediate outcomes and considers the broader implications of decisions. In the context of technology leadership, this approach is invaluable. When implementing a new software update, for example, a first-order thinker might focus solely on how it improves the user experience in the short term. However, a second-order thinker would consider not just the immediate benefits but also the long-term effects on scalability, security, and market positioning. This depth of thinking allows leaders to make more strategic and future-proof decisions. In the fast-paced and ever-evolving tech industry, Second-Order Thinking can be a game-changer. It enables leaders to anticipate challenges and opportunities, adapt to changing circumstances, and drive innovation. By embracing this mindset, tech leaders can stay ahead of the curve and lead their teams to success in a rapidly changing environment. Don't Forget to Share your Thoughts in the comments !!! #TechLeadership #SecondOrderThinking #Innovation #TechStrategy #FutureReadyTech #LeadershipSkills #VKSContent #UnlimitedPotentialInside

💡 Innovation isn’t about big budgets—it’s about a big mindset. In India, we call it Jugaad — creative problem-solving with minimal resources. Start today! Learn, adapt, and watch your impact grow. Here are 3 tips for driving innovation with a Jugaad mindset: 1⃣ Stay resourceful – Leverage what you have instead of waiting for perfect conditions. 2️⃣ Move fast, adapt faster – Test ideas quickly, learn from them, and keep iterating. 3️⃣ Simplify solutions – The most effective ideas are often the simplest. Thoughts? 🤔 #Innovation #Jugaad #AI #Leadership #BusinessCoach #Culture

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀, 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 💪 In life and business, it often feels like we're moving in reverse. But is that truly the case? In the video I'm sharing here, you’ll see me running backwards. At first glance, it might seem like I’m heading in the wrong direction, but that’s not the whole story. Just like in life, sometimes what looks like a step back is actually a step forward in disguise. When we zoom out, rethink, and reflect, we realize that those reverse steps may be what enhances our growth—whether it’s physical fitness, mental clarity, or business strategy. Research shows that unconventional movements, like walking backwards, engage different parts of our brain, sharpening our focus and adaptability. It strengthens muscles we didn’t know needed attention, just like unexpected challenges in business shape us in ways we can't foresee. This same philosophy applies to our 𝗔𝗜-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗼𝗳𝘁𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲. It’s designed not just to follow the usual path, but to push boundaries, challenge the norms, and offer innovative solutions that others might not have considered. Like those reverse steps, our AI software brings a fresh approach—automating, analyzing, and streamlining processes that enhance your business health in ways traditional methods simply can't. Don’t hesitate to take steps that seem unconventional. Sometimes, stepping back or trying something new is exactly what takes you closer to success. It’s about trusting that the journey, even when it feels out of sync, is guiding you in the right direction. Remember, growth doesn't always follow a straight line. It curves, twists, and sometimes moves backward—all while preparing you for the leap forward. So keep moving, even if it feels like you're in reverse. #Innovation #AI #LeadManagement #Growth #Motivation #TrustTheProcess #ForwardMomentum #BusinessTransformation #StayMotivated #StayAhead #LeadScoring #LeadOptimization #AIinBusiness #LeadGeneration #SuccessMindset #LeadAnalytics #BharatAI BharatAI Innovations

Resourcefulness, speed, and simplicity are the keys to driving innovation.

💡 Innovation thrives on #creative #thinking rather than just financial resources! 🚀 Embrace a #big #mindset, and watch how #small #ideas can lead to remarkable #changes. 👍 What #innovative #ideas do you believe could make a difference without a huge #budget? We’d love to hear your thoughts! #Innovation #CreativeThinking #BigMindset #SmallIdeasBigImpact #Entrepreneurship #Inspiration #ChangeMakers #BudgetFriendly #ThinkOutsideTheBox #Motivation #IdeasMatter #GrowthMindset #ty #tyt #tytly #tytlyinfotech

💡You can either Innovate or Disrupt, so stop asking your teams to do both! 🧨 They may be two sides of the progress coin, but expecting our teams to chase both is like pushing them into an identity crisis. 💡Innovation is the engine that keeps your current model humming, sharpening what exists for efficiency. 🧨 But disruption? It's the art of rendering what you know obsolete, daring to dream up an entirely new model. 💡Innovators: refine, enhance, and optimise our present. 🧨 Disruptors: envision, experiment, and craft our tomorrow. ⚖️ We may need the balance of both to move forward. As leaders, we must be clear about our goals. Asking our teams to innovate and disrupt simultaneously can lead to confusion and diluted efforts. Instead, let’s set clear, distinct objectives: 💡 Focus on innovation to elevate our current offerings. 🧨 Embrace disruption to redefine the playing field. 👉🏼 By aligning our teams with specific, achievable goals, we can drive more focused and effective outcomes. Let’s empower our teams to excel in one path at a time for maximum impact! 🏎️ Like building Mercedes EV beside a steady Mercedes gas car lineup, we need to be creating 'tomorrow teams', free to explore uncharted territories and devise solutions for problems that have yet to appear ❓The future is here. Are you focusing on What’s Next. 🚀 ISHIR has a proven process to help with Innovation Acceleration. We can help you Innovate or Disrupt, and save you the effort, provide you with future ready resources, talent, tools, experience and ultimately help you focus on What’s Next. Please DM me if you would like to talk about it ♻️ Repost if you think others in your network would appreciate this post 👍 Like it ✍️ Comment if this resonates? Or if you have a different opinion 🔔 Hit the Bell ✅ Follow me Rishi Khanna for more ✉️ DM me if I can be of any help. My inbox is open. #OrganisationalTransformation #Innovation #Disruption #TomorrowTeams #FutureState #digitaltransformation #Mercedes Mercedes-Benz USA BorderlessMind Digital Success Eric Soon Akshay Chopra Chetan Saxena Jordan Flathers Ashley Garvin Mamta Rani Umesh Chandra Mercedes-Benz AG

🚨 𝐈𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐝?  🚨 Feature Shock is a common pitfall in the journey of Innovation. It's what happens when we cram every imaginable feature into a single product, turning potential convenience into a confusing mess. It's a sign that we are more enamored with technology than attuned to what our customers truly need or want. This phenomenon isn't just about overwhelming interfaces or gadgets with too many buttons – it's about losing sight of user experience and value. In our rush to impress, we risk neglecting the simplicity that often defines genuinely great products. I invite you to share your stories of Feature Shock – whether you've overcome it or are struggling to navigate through it. Your experiences are invaluable and could help guide others toward more mindful and successful innovation strategies. Our March Innovation workshop is sold out; join our April session - https://lnkd.in/gMpeRQgA Source: Monetizing Innovation by Madhavan Ramanujam and Georg Tacke #innovation #innovationculture #leadership #technology #india #learning #training AgileWoW