Solve Next

In this podcast episode, Greg talks about the "Next System Architecture" and how organizations can prepare for the future. Discover the three key pillars: People, Process, and Platform. Learn the importance of having a clear vision, collecting relevant data, and defining metrics that drive innovation. Don't miss this essential guide to avoid getting stuck with current metrics and move towards tomorrow's success. You can't achieve Next with a Now system. Check it out. 🎧Episode 3 is now available on your favorite platforms: Spotify, YouTube, and Apple podcasts. 🔗Links to listen: Apple Podcast: https://n9.cl/x70qou  Spotify: https://n9.cl/mrusb  Youtube: https://n9.cl/lhm84 #SolveNext #MakeNextHappen #innovation #organizations #Podcast #Strategy #InnovationTools #BusinessPodcast #CultureOfInnovation #Leadership #FutureOfWork #NextSystem TechTrends #DigitalTransformation

Intellectual Capital encompasses the knowledge, skills, and proprietary technologies that set an organization apart. This vital asset is pivotal for navigating today’s competitive markets and driving strategic decision-making. When integrated with an organization’s operational processes, it transforms knowledge creation into a systemic practice, ensuring information is shared and applied across all levels, which, in turn, fosters an environment where innovation flourishes organically. The impact of effectively managing Intellectual Capital goes beyond the domain of knowledge. It enhances other forms of capital—Reputational, Social, Human, and Financial—by strengthening brand reputation, enhancing internal collaboration, and boosting financial health through innovative products and operational efficiencies. Google exemplifies this approach. Google’s success is largely due to its strategic use of Intellectual Capital. The company’s culture of openness in idea-sharing and problem-solving is enriched by its notable ‘20% time’ policy, which encourages employees to dedicate a portion of their work time to projects that fuel their passions. This fosters a culture of creativity and continuous learning, cycling knowledge enhancement and practical application back into the company’s know-how. Cases like this one demonstrate that Serious Capital transcends traditional financial metrics, advocating for a holistic ecosystem where diverse forms of capital collaborate to propel organizations forward.

We love this dare from Christopher Lochhead 🇺🇸 🇮🇱🎗️🏴☠️ : “Ask 5 people in your startup, 'what’s our strategy?’....🏴☠️😎" Why? Because the answers will reveal everything. At Solve Next, we believe in the power of systems and frameworks to beat uncertainty. Your vision and mission are your North Star, but your strategy is the map. If your team isn’t aligned, you’re wandering in the dark. So, take the dare. Ask your team. The insights might be the catalyst for your next big breakthrough. #Innovation #Strategy #Leadership #InnovationSystem #Frameworks #SolveNext #ThinkWrong #LeadersOfNext #MakeNextHappen

Why Performance Systems Fail at Innovation Ever wondered why your performance systems just can't seem to spark real innovation? Here's the deal: Performance systems are built for efficiency, executing known solutions to known problems. They’re all about minimizing risk, not embracing it. Innovation, on the other hand, thrives on experimentation and bold moves. It's about solving unknown problems in ways we've never tried before. And that requires a whole different game plan—a Next System. Greg breaks it down in Episode 3: To shift from now to next, we need a system that encourages risk-taking and creativity, not just efficiency. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcast. https://hubs.ly/Q02GkqtK0 #Innovation #NextSystem #PerformanceVsInnovation #ThinkNext #LeadersOfNext #InnovationSystems #PerformanceSystems

Imagine designing a dream house. Now, imagine you have the necessary budget at your disposal, but you don’t have a bulldozer, levels, surveyors, cranes, or any of the essential tools to build it. Without these, your vision will never become reality. Similarly, many organizations have great ideas and make brilliant plans to make them happen but fail to equip their teams to bring those ideas to life. With many things in life, it is obvious that to get the job done, you need the right tools. Yet, with innovation, time and time again, that is not the case. Ask yourself: Does your organization support innovation? Are you, as a leader, providing your team with the tools they need to succeed? Or are you asking them to take on innovation projects off the side of their desk, treating it as a hobby rather than a serious professional career path? Are you enabling them to focus on inventing what’s next so that your organization can thrive in the future? Equip your team with the right tools and create a future where your vision becomes reality. #Innovation #Leadership #SolveNext #Future #InnovationTools

Why can performance systems not generate innovation? In this episode, Greg explains that in the realm of performance, we execute known solutions to known problems, minimizing risks and maximizing efficiency. However, for innovation, we need to embrace experimentation and risk if we want to move from now to next. That kind of work requires a system of innovation - or a Next System. 🎧Episode 3 is now available on your favorite platforms: Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts. Links to listen: Apple Podcast: https://n9.cl/x70qou  Spotify: https://n9.cl/mrusb  Youtube: https://n9.cl/lhm84 #SolveNext #MakeNextHappen #innovation #organizations #Podcast #Strategy #InnovationTools #BusinessPodcast #CultureOfInnovation #Leadership #RiskTaking #NextSystem

Creating an Innovation Culture: Why Systems Beat Slogans Leaders love to talk about building a culture of innovation. They plaster motivational slogans on walls and hold endless brainstorming sessions. But let’s get real. True innovation requires a system, not just slogans.

How do you create a culture of innovation? In this episode, Greg emphasizes that culture results from implementing a system, not the starting point. 🎧Episode 3 is now available on your favorite platforms: Spotify, YouTube, and Apple podcasts. Links to listen: Youtube: https://n9.cl/lhm84  Spotify: https://n9.cl/mrusb  Apple Podcast: https://n9.cl/x70qou #SolveNext #MakeNextHappen #innovation #organizations #Podcast #Strategy #InnovationTools #BusinessPodcast #CultureOfInnovation #Leadership #WorkCulture

We are starting in 10 minutes. Join our CEO Nikolai Gregory Galle and our CTO Carlos López as they demonstrate two of our latest tools that will help you generate and validate impactful innovation opportunities. Join here: https://lnkd.in/eU9gAdZr

The importance of the right tools for innovation. This scenario illustrates a key point discussed by Greg in our podcast: The necessity of providing teams with the right tools to transform innovative ideas into real-world value. Greg explores the importance of understanding what tools are needed for success and how they can help organizations avoid the fate of companies like Kodak, which famously failed to innovate. Discover how you can apply these principles to your organization. 🎧Episode 2 is now available on your favorite platforms: Spotify, YouTube, and Apple podcasts. Links to listen: Youtube: https://lnkd.in/e5zSpD43  Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eBTm6yJH  Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/e9Sb7Wb7 #SolveNext #MakeNextHappen #innovation #corporate #organizations #Podcast #Strategy #InnovationProcess #InnovationTools #ideas #Kodak #InnovationSystems #Growth #NextCycle #NextTools