How Kodak Fumbled the Future - A Case Study in Missed Disruption

In a cautionary tale that every founder needs to hear, we dissect one of the most spectacular falls from innovation grace - Kodak's transformation from photography pioneer to digital dinosaur. This episode reveals how even industry giants can stumble when they're unwilling to disrupt their own success. Explore the fascinating paradox of how Kodak actually invented the digital camera but failed to embrace it, choosing instead to protect their lucrative film business. We'll unpack crucial lessons about innovation blindness, the dangers of complacency, and why protecting your current success can be the fastest path to irrelevance. Learn practical strategies for staying ahead of disruption, identifying potential threats to your business model, and making the tough decisions necessary for long-term survival. Whether you're a startup founder or leading an established company, this episode delivers critical insights about embracing change, even when it means challenging your core business. Tune in to ensure your company doesn't become the next Kodak - because sometimes the biggest threat to your future success is your current success!