Since the reorganization, the Daman Products Creative Team has launched a variety of new products that have significantly increased their sales. In fact, they have far surpassed their initial goals, with new product revenue of $4 million and counting.

Have you been doing strategic planning on an annual basis as a paper-pushing exercise? That will have to change. In the months to come, you’re going to have to make decisions very quickly on fundamental opportunities that may drive your earnings performance for the next decade or more, and you’ve got to be prepared to make these decisions in real time. When it comes to your organization’s future, scenario planning is one of the tools you must regularly refine to adapt as necessary. 

Ready for a rebirth of innovation? Learn the nine-stage gate process for activating innovation planning with your team. Insight has facilitated leaders in modifying and implementing the stage-gate invention process, as developed by Thomas D. Kuczmarski, author of Innovation: Leadership Strategies for the Competitive Edge.

In an era of escalating unpredictability driven by technological disruptions like AI and geopolitical upheavals, "Profit from Uncertainty" argues that true competitive advantage lies not in evading ambiguity but in harnessing it as a gateway to superior profits. Drawing on Paul J.H. Schoemaker's seminal book, the article distinguishes uncertainty—the realm of the truly unknowable—from calculable risks, urging managers to transcend human biases toward predictability through robust strategies such as scenario planning, options thinking, and dynamic monitoring.

You will always solve problems with instinctive energy. Problem solving requires instinct because it requires action. The most effective way to solve a problem is by using the four methods of creative problem solving that are your instinctive strengths.

Communities and their organizations are living, breathing and changing at all times. People and technology are the most unpredictable forces; both driving the sense of urgency to evolve and to think and do work differently and at faster rates of speed.

Remote work can be a game-changer when approached correctly. Kolbe Wisdom™ helps tailor workspaces to employees’ natural strengths, boosting productivity and connection. These tips make virtual teams thrive. Want to elevate your remote team?

Creativity isn’t random—it’s intentional! By fostering curiosity and structured processes, businesses can spark innovation and tackle challenges head-on. Unleash your team’s creative superpowers to stay ahead in a competitive world. Ready to invent the future? We must bring back the practice of Intentional Invention at all costs. Intentional Invention is the single most courageous and fearless act that people in our organizations, communities, and country can make to revive our roots and flourish to compete and thrive again.

Private and public leadership must organize and collaborate to successfully turnaround a neighborhood. Together, they must be facilitated to lead through the complexities of transforming each neighborhood within a city, especially to the point that most cities need to be transformed. Our process integrates the following practices to build collaborative partnerships to implement action plans that align to the fabric of the community which a neighborhood serves.

Imagine your team working at their peak, free from stress. Kolbe’s insights help reduce conative barriers by aligning tasks with natural strengths, preventing burnout, and boosting efficiency. Discover how to unlock the full potential of your team

Why do place and space matter? Discover how thoughtful design and the 12 principles of placemaking can transform communities and workplaces for connection and growth! Great neighborhoods begin with collaborative placemaking, where public spaces are reimagined to inspire connection and growth. By designing inclusive, vibrant environments, we create communities that attract and retain residents, fostering a sense of belonging. From parks to community hubs, thoughtful urban design drives social and economic vitality.

Ever wondered why some teams click effortlessly? Kolbe A™ Index coaching reveals individual strengths, aligning tasks with natural action modes to skyrocket engagement and productivity. It’s like finding the perfect puzzle piece for every role. Transform your team’s dynamic today!