Business Innovation & Leadership

During the expert session, Rody Vonk engages the audience through a live exercise using the Mentimeter app, a Q&A session, and sharing inspiring examples of innovation from various industries. He emphasizes the importance of an open-minded approach in brainstorming sessions and provides insights into effective techniques for generating innovative ideas. Additionally, he discusses the significance of teamwork and collaboration, as well as balancing exploitation and exploration in business processes. Throughout the session, Rody encourages the audience to challenge assumptions and embrace creativity as a crucial skill for future workforces.

• Recognize the Role of Leadership in Innovation
  Understand how a leader’s mindset can inspire curiosity and challenge conventional thinking.
• Learn Techniques to Break Down Resistance
  Discover practical approaches to address skepticism and create an environment open to change.
• Discover How to Engage Teams in Innovation
  Gain strategies to actively involve your team in generating and embracing new ideas.

Innovation is often seen as synonymous with groundbreaking technologies or industry-altering disruptions, but its true foundation lies in leadership and mindset. In today's fast-paced world, leaders play a crucial role in steering their teams towards thinking beyond conventional norms and embracing innovative approaches to tackle challenges. However, breaking free from traditional thought patterns and fostering a culture of innovation can be a daunting task.

Many teams tend to default to skepticism or adopt 'idea killer' attitudes when faced with new solutions. This session delves into the reasons behind such resistance and explores strategies for leaders to cultivate an environment of curiosity and experimentation. By understanding the psychological barriers to change, leaders can inspire their teams to become more open to novel ideas and approaches, thereby reducing resistance and enhancing engagement.

Rody will share practical insights and tips on how leaders can leverage design thinking principles and innovative leadership to transform team dynamics. This session will equip participants with the tools to foster a culture of continuous learning and experimentation, driving not only increased productivity but also meaningful and impactful outcomes. By the end of the session, attendees will have a clearer understanding of how to unlock the full potential of their teams through the power of innovative leadership.

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