Inspired Innovations

In Nature's Wild Ideas, Kristy Hamilton goes behind the scenes of some of our most unexpected innovations. She traverses frozen waterfalls, treks through cloudy forests, discovers nests in the Mojave desert, scours intertidal zones, and takes us to the deepest oceans and near volcanoes to introduce us to the animals and plants that have inspired everything from cargo routing systems to non-toxic glues, and the men and women who followed that first spark of "I wonder" all the way to its conclusion, sometimes against all odds.

Learning to SOAR (formerly titled: Thin Book of SOAR) is about a generative approach to strategic thinking, planning, and leading that invites any person at any level in an organization to create strategy and strategic plans through shared conversations, collaboration, and a commitment to action. SOAR stands for: strengths, opportunities, aspirations, and results. SOAR is a flexible framework and builds on the Appreciative Inquiry philosophy to provide a strategic dialogue process. Examples are provided on how to use SOAR at different organizational levels from individual coaching to teams,...

Biomimicry is rapidly transforming life on earth. Biomimics study nature's most successful ideas over the past 3.5 million years, and adapt them for human use. The results are revolutionizing how materials are invented and how we compute, heal ourselves, repair the environment, and feed the world. Janine Benyus takes listeners into the lab and in the field with maverick thinkers as they: discover miracle drugs by watching what chimps eat when they're sick; learn how to create by watching spiders weave fibers; and many more examples.

The myth of innovation is that brilliant ideas leap fully formed from the minds of geniuses. The reality is that most innovations come from a process of rigorous examination through which great ideas are identified and developed before being realized as new offerings and capabilities. This is not a book by designers for designers; this is a book for creative leaders seeking to infuse design thinking into every level of an organization's products or service to drive new alternatives for business and society.

The subject of “design thinking” is the rage at business schools, throughout corporations, and increasingly in the popular press - due in large part to work of IDEO, a leading design firm, and its celebrated CEO, Tim Brown, who uses this audiobook to reveal how the techniques and strategies of design belong at every level of business. Change by Design is an audiobook for creative leaders seeking to infuse design thinking into every level of an organization, product, or service to drive new alternatives for business and society.

As a Forbes Top 50 recognized leader and top 1% podcast host of the popular The Chris Voss Show Podcast, Chris Voss shares in this book a wealth of insightful stories, lessons, and experiences in leadership and character. With over 35 years of experience building successful multi-million dollar companies with very little capital, he reveals the strategies that he used to achieve business success, innovate new ideas, and overcome adversity. Through amazing stories of acquiring struggling companies and turning them around, as well as tales of innovation and resilience, Chris shares the vision...

Biomimicry, the science of employing nature to advance sustainable technology, is arguably one of the hottest new business concepts. At the center of this growing movement has been award-winning inventor and biomimetic entrepreneur Jay Harman.

Leadership is a set of abilities with which a lucky few are born. They're the natural relationship builders, master negotiators and persuaders, and agile and strategic thinkers. The good news for the rest of us is that those abilities can be developed. In The Leader's Brain: Enhance Your Leadership, Build Stronger Teams, Make Better Decisions, and Inspire Greater Innovation with Neuroscience, Wharton Neuroscience Initiative Director Michael Platt explains how.

In this compact business management audiobook, Mac Anderson and Tom Feltenstein take the listener through every step of change - from realization that change is a good thing, to implementing that change in every department, across all channels. Change Is Good...You Go First will facilitate and champion change in any working environment and comes in an easily digestible format, including well-organized lists and objectives to help your team achieve its goals.

⚡Unlock Your Energy: Transform Your Health with ‘The Good Energy & Metabolic Meals’. Inspired by Dr. Casey Means's innovative work in metabolic health, this guide offers a practical roadmap to transform your well-being through the power of food. What Makes This Book Unique? 🌟 Personal & Practical Perspective: Embark on a life-changing journey with recipes that heal, inspired by personal triumph over chronic illness. The author’s personal experiences and actionable strategies to boost energy, combat chronic fatigue, and manage health through nutrition will resonate with you, ...

When Guy, a genius in self-learning artificial intelligence, loses his beloved wife Laura in tragic circumstances, he cannot find solace. To recover, Guy uses his talent. Taking advantage of the wealth of information stored about her, Guy works to bring Laura back to life in cyberspace. The project succeeds beyond expectations. The virtual character he created looks, speaks and behaves exactly like Laura down to the finest detail. But to his astonishment, Guy discovers that the virtual Laura has her own desires and intentions, and is determined to fulfill them. For his independence to live ...

Whether you're a leader looking to engage your team, a professional seeking to infuse your career with new life, or an individual striving to get more out of your time on earth, Safe Danger offers the tools and insights you’ve been missing. Discover how to embrace the unexpected, fuel your creativity, and inspire those around you with the transformative power of "Safe Danger."

Rick Allen’s story is one of the most extraordinary in rock history. As the drummer of Def Leppard, he rose from the industrial landscape of Sheffield in the late 1970s to the height of global superstardom with albums like Pyromania and Hysteria. Then, on New Year’s Eve 1984, his life changed forever when a car accident claimed his left arm. What could have ended his career instead became the turning point that defined him. Allen not only survived—he reinvented drumming itself, pioneering a custom hybrid kit that allowed him to keep playing at the highest level. This definitive ...

Firebrand conservative columnist, commentator, Internet entrepreneur, and number-one New York Times best-selling author Michelle Malkin tells the fascinating, little-known stories of the inventors who have contributed to American exceptionalism and technological progress.

9X Best-Selling & Award-Winning Author and Podcaster; Leadership, HR, Innovation, Future of Work, Diversity and Inclusion, and Workplace Culture Global Thought Leader; Chair/Professor of Organizational Leadership; Change/OD/HR/Social Impact Consultant; Ranked in the top 20 of global researchers in the following topic areas - "Future of Work," "Global Leadership," "Organizational Development, "Public Service Motivation," and "Social Impact" (Google Scholar); ScholarGPS has ranked him the #18 scholar in the world for job satisfaction research. In Energizing Innovation: Inspiring Peak ...

Ginger Baker redefined rock drumming, fusing jazz sophistication, African polyrhythms, and unrelenting drive into a revolutionary approach that influenced generations of musicians. Ginger Baker: Genius, Conflict, and the Art of Rhythm delves deep into the life of one of the most formidable drummers in modern music history, from his Blitz-era London upbringing to his later years in South Africa. This definitive biography balances technical mastery with personal complexity, providing readers with both insight into Baker’s groundbreaking performances and a clear understanding of the human ...

Master the Art of Mindful Leadership and Transform Your Life! Are you struggling to navigate the complexities of leadership? Do you often find yourself overwhelmed by challenges and unable to align your personal and professional goals? Imagine if you could overcome these obstacles and lead with confidence, purpose, and innovation. In "How to Master Mindful Leadership Techniques," you will learn how to thrive in challenges, realign your life with purpose, and excel in transformative leadership tactics. This book is your ultimate guide to becoming a leader who inspires and drives team ...

** Newly Edited for a Better Kindle Experience ** (If you don't like quotes or are averse to complimentary illustration/diagrams don't buy this) If you enjoy humorous treatments of important topics and quick reads DO! Know more. Understand better. Discover greater satisfaction in life with this fast-paced, humorous conversation that will get you up to speed in no time. Despite covering all of human history in an engaging manner, it remains a quick read. Based on keynote speeches delivered internationally, this book provides an entertaining, down-to-earth account. This isn't just another ...

Invisible Innovators: Coaches Who Quietly Changed the Game The spotlight rarely shines on them. Their names aren’t etched in stadiums or shouted in commercials. Yet without their ideas, the sports we love would look completely different. Invisible Innovators uncovers the untold stories of fifteen coaches from around the world who transformed football, basketball, soccer, and beyond. They weren’t always glamorous, but they were pioneers — men who trusted youth before it was fashionable, who brought science into training, who invented systems that others later claimed. Inside, you’ll ...

Discover the remarkable journey of Sigal Magen, where creativity and AI collide to forge new paths. From reimagining biblical tales to composing songs and teaching poetry through AI visuals, Sigal’s story highlights the powerful synergy between art and technology. As a visionary author, painter and composer, Sigal bridges the worlds of innovation and imagination, inspiring others to explore the limitless possibilities of AI. Bridging Worlds is a call to embrace creativity, connect with technology, and craft a future fueled by human ingenuity.