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In this episode, join our host, Sarah Milligan, as she explores the potential impact of key legislative bills shaping Indiana's education landscape. Sarah and guest, Betsy Wiley, President and CEO of Institute for Quality Education discuss House Bills 1001, 1002, 1136, and 1636, which could transform education funding, regulation, and school choice options across the state. From the intricacies of creating a state budget to the challenges of ensuring school choice remains a priority, this episode is packed with valuable information for families, educators, and policymakers. Tune in to discover how the evolving legislative session and the push for universal school vouchers might influence the future of education in Indiana. Key takeaways:  Analysis of key education bills: House Bill 1001 (State Budget) House Bill 1002 (School Regulation Reduction) House Bill 1136 (School District Reform) House Bill 1636 (Dynamic Choice Scholarships) Challenges faced by IQE in advocating for school choice policies Opposition from defenders of the status quo The narrative that school choice diverts resources from public schools and addressing misconceptions Strategies by IQE to educate the public and legislators on the benefits of school choice Various methods for families to advocate for school choice, including contacting legislators and attending roundtables Advice for families on how to navigate school choice options   Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice For more information about school choice and the Indiana Choice Scholarship Program, visit our website at https://www.i4qed.org

On this episode of Education Matters, John Elcessar, Executive Director of Indiana Non-Public Education Association, Molly Collins, Executive Director of Policy and Government Affairs at IQE, and Cesar Roman, Director of Community Engagement for MySchoolOptions, dive deep into the transformative impact of the Indiana Choice Scholarship (Voucher) Program, highlighting its growth, the barriers families face, and the advocacy efforts aimed at achieving universal school choice. The discussion emphasizes the importance of awareness, community engagement, and the financial benefits of the program for both families and the state. Together, John, Molly and Cesar express their shared vision and optimism about the future of school choice and the potential for significant changes in the upcoming legislative session. Key Takeaways Origins of the program in 2009 (tax credit initiative) and expansion in 2011 (voucher program) Initial beneficiaries and current status (from 3,919 to 75,000 students) Simplification of processes and removal of obstacles Statewide collaborative efforts involving various stakeholders (organizations, schools, families) Preparation for the 2025 legislative session focusing on universal choice Ongoing grassroots efforts and community involvement Governor-elect, Mike Braun's, support for expanding universal vouchers Savings for Indiana's education budget and cost of achieving universal vouchers Indiana's historical leadership role in school choice initiatives Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice Learn more about IQE and MySchoolOptions: https://www.i4qed.org

This conversation explores the role of the Institute for Quality Education (IQE) and its Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) in providing educational opportunities for families in Indiana. The discussion highlights the importance of Giving Tuesday, the impact of SGOs on school choice, and personal stories that illustrate the program's significance. Both Mary and Lori share insights on how families can access scholarships and how donors can contribute to support education. Key Takeaways SGOs help families afford the school of their choice. Giving Tuesday has been a successful fundraising initiative for IQE. SGOs cover various educational costs beyond tuition. The SGO program can help cover pre-k education funding. The SGO creates opportunities for families with financial needs. Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice Learn more about IQE and MySchoolOptions: https://www.i4qed.org

Ashley Robbins, the executive director of FIRST Indiana Robotics, discusses the world of robotics and the impact it has on students. She explains that robotics provides a safe space for students to be creative and explore their interests, regardless of their background or social skills. The robotics teams are mentor-driven and consist of students with various roles, such as coding, mechanical design, and marketing. The competitions involve completing objectives and earning points, both on and off the field. Winning is not only based on robot performance but also on teamwork, innovation, and community outreach. The robotics programs have been growing in popularity, with over 350 teams in Indiana alone. Takeaways Robotics provides a safe space for students to explore their interests and be creative. Teams are mentor-driven and consist of students with various roles. Competitions involve completing objectives and earning points, both on and off the field. Winning is based on robot performance as well as teamwork, innovation, and community outreach. Robotics programs have been growing in popularity. First Indiana Robotics helps schools, parents, and community leaders start robotics teams to increase STEM access for students. Funding is available through grants and scholarships, and the organization assists in identifying funding sources. Legislation in Indiana has opened up funding for competitive K-12 robotics, allowing more schools and community programs to participate. The organization aims to expand access to robotics programs in all corners of the state and provide diverse representation in STEM fields. Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice Learn more about IQE and MySchoolOptions: https://www.i4qed.org 

In this conversation, Sarah, Derrell, and Marc discuss the educational landscape in Indiana, focusing on the work of 50 Can, a campaign aimed at improving educational opportunities for all children. They explore the impact of COVID-19 on school choice and parental satisfaction, the purpose and methodology of their recent study on educational options, and the importance of mental health support in schools. The discussion highlights the need for advocacy at the state level and the significance of understanding parents' perspectives on their children's education. The conversation explores the disparities in educational opportunities and resources available to families, particularly focusing on the impact of income levels on access to tutoring and extracurricular activities. The speakers discuss the importance of extended learning opportunities, the role of information asymmetry in parental engagement, and the varying satisfaction levels among different school types. They highlight the challenges faced by rural families in accessing educational resources and the innovative policy interventions being implemented in states like Indiana to improve educational outcomes. Takeaways The conversation starts with light-hearted ice breakers about favorite colors. 50Can aims to ensure every child has access to a great education regardless of their address. Advocacy at the state level is crucial for educational reform. COVID-19 has shifted the conversation towards school choice and parental needs. The study aims to collect data on educational opportunities and parental satisfaction. Mental health support in schools has become a priority for families post-COVID. Indiana ranks high in parental satisfaction with schools compared to the national average. There are significant gaps in educational support between low-income and higher-income families. The study's methodology involved surveying a representative sample of parents across states. Partnerships with local organizations were essential for contextualizing the study's findings. Raising the floor on educational disparities can benefit more people. Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice Learn more about IQE and MySchoolOptions: https://www.i4qed.org 

In this bonus episode, host Sarah Milligan welcomes Molly Collins, Executive Director of Policy and Government Affairs at Institute for Quality Education, and Jennifer Wagner, Vice President of Communications at Excel in Ed, to break down the big wins for school choice in the latest elections—both in Indiana and nationwide. They dive into how legislative support drives progress for school choice, unpack the bill-to-law process, and examine how the political landscape is shifting in favor of education options. The discussion covers generational shifts in attitudes, the role of demographics in school choice participation, and the challenges ahead for expanding access to quality education. With school choice now resonating with both parents and policymakers, Molly and Jennifer urge parents, educators and policymakers to keep pushing for educational freedom and innovation. Key Takeaways: Legislative Power: Legislative support is the secret sauce for advancing school choice and gaining traction across the political spectrum. The Power of Grassroots Advocacy: The power of personal stories and grassroots efforts can't be overstated. New Education Models: Micro-schools and other new models are gaining ground. Universal Vouchers: Growing momentum for universal vouchers that aim to give families more options, regardless of income. Generational Shifts: Younger generations are increasingly supportive of school choice and exploring alternative education options. Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice Learn more about IQE and MySchoolOptions: https://www.i4qed.org

Dr. Robin Koslowitz, a licensed clinical psychologist, discusses her book 'Post Traumatic Parenting' and the impact of trauma on parenting. She introduces the AIM model (Acceptance, Integration, and Meaning) to help parents break the cycle of trauma and create positive experiences. Dr. K emphasizes the importance of creating a parent mission statement to align actions with values. She also addresses the misconceptions about trauma and homeschooling, highlighting the need for mindful decision-making. Additionally, she discusses how teachers can identify children in need of extra attention due to trauma and the role of parents in supporting their children in traditional school settings. Traumatized children often hide their trauma and may appear fine on the surface. It is important for schools to understand and acknowledge both obvious and secret adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) that children may be going through. Good communication between parents and schools is crucial in supporting children with trauma. Teachers can create a signaling system for immediate attention and provide a safe space for children to calm down and express their feelings. Social and emotional learning, teaching children the science of themselves, can help prevent and address trauma. School choice allows parents to find a school that aligns with their values and provides the necessary support for their child's trauma. Takeaways The AIM model (Acceptance, Integration, and Meaning) can help parents break the cycle of trauma and create positive experiences for their children. Creating a parent mission statement can help align actions with values and provide a guiding framework for parenting. Homeschooling should be a mindful choice informed by trauma or a child's unique needs, rather than a knee-jerk reaction. Teachers can identify children in need of extra attention due to trauma by observing behavioral and emotional signs. Parents play a crucial role in supporting their children in traditional school settings by communicating with teachers and advocating for their child's needs. Traumatized children often hide their trauma and may appear fine on the surface. Good communication between parents and schools is crucial in supporting children with trauma. Teachers can create a signaling system for immediate attention and provide a safe space for children to calm down and express their feelings. Social and emotional learning, teaching children the science of themselves, can help prevent and address trauma. School choice allows parents to find a school that aligns with their values and provides the necessary support for their child's trauma. Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice Learn more about IQE and MySchoolOptions: https://www.i4qed.org 

In this episode, Tom Fisher, Vice President and Director of Litigation for Ed Choice, discusses the critical role of legal advocacy in the school choice movement. He shares insights from his experience as Solicitor General of Indiana, the challenges faced in defending school choice programs, and the importance of parental choice in education. Fisher highlights the successes of Indiana's voucher program and the ongoing legal battles across the nation, emphasizing the need for continued advocacy to protect educational options for families. The conversation highlights the evolution of school choice in Indiana, particularly through the voucher system, and its role in expanding educational opportunities for families. Betsy and Robert break down the common misconceptions about school vouchers and explain how these programs empower parents, particularly in underserved communities. They also discuss the future of school choice, the importance of charter schools and private schools, and the critical need for educational freedom. Takeaways Tom Fisher leads Ed Choice Legal Advocates, focusing on litigation for school choice. The partnership with the Institute for Justice has been pivotal in defending school choice. Fisher's background as Solicitor General provided valuable experience in education law. The Indiana Supreme Court's ruling was a significant victory for school choice advocates. Litigation in state supreme courts focuses on legal arguments rather than evidence. School choice programs face ongoing legal challenges in various states. Indiana's unique approach includes vouchers, ESAs, and tax credit scholarships. The success of voucher programs is linked to parental choice and responsibility. Micro schools are an emerging trend in education, offering personalized options. Fisher is optimistic about the future of school choice and its impact on families. Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice Learn more about IQE and MySchoolOptions: https://www.i4qed.org  Learn more about Tom's work at Ed Choice: https://www.edchoice.org 

In this episode of Education Matters with MySchoolOptions, host Cesar Roman is joined by two leading voices in the education policy arena: Betsy Wiley, President and CEO of the Institute for Quality Education, and Robert Enlow, President and CEO of Ed Choice. Together, they dive into the recent media debate surrounding the Indiana voucher program and school choice efforts across the country. The conversation highlights the evolution of school choice in Indiana, particularly through the voucher system, and its role in expanding educational opportunities for families. Betsy and Robert break down the common misconceptions about school vouchers and explain how these programs empower parents, particularly in underserved communities. They also discuss the future of school choice, the importance of charter schools and private schools, and the critical need for educational freedom. Takeaways School choice is rapidly growing, reshaping the landscape of education policy in the U.S. The Indiana voucher program, launched in 2011, has seen significant progress, offering more students access to diverse educational options. Vouchers allow funding to follow the student rather than being tied to the institution. Charter schools and private schools play a vital role in the school choice ecosystem, increasing diversity and innovation in education. Misconceptions about school vouchers often stem from misunderstanding how the system works and its benefits for families. The future of school choice in Indiana could see a move toward universal eligibility, providing every family the opportunity to choose the best education for their child. Milton Friedman's ideas on education continue to influence school choice advocates, pushing for innovation and entrepreneurship in education. Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice Learn more about IQE and MySchoolOptions: https://www.i4qed.org  Learn more about Robert's work at Ed Choice: https://www.edchoice.org 

In this week's episode Nick talks to Americo LemosAmerico Lemos joined IQE in January 2022, bringing with him extensive experience from his previous role on the executive team at GlobalFoundries, a leading semiconductor design and manufacturing company headquartered in New York. At GlobalFoundries, he served as the Senior Vice President of Business Development for Asia Pacific and China Country President, where he focused on enhancing the company's efficiency and growth in these vital regions. Prior to this, Lemos was the Senior Vice President at Qualcomm, overseeing its data center business. His career also includes a tenure as Vice President of Platform Engineering at Intel, where he led strategic partnerships with Chinese semiconductor companies from 2009 to 2015. Additionally, he has held senior positions at Texas Instruments, Quanta Computer in Taiwan, and Skyworks. Nick and Americo discuss his career and a deep dive intto the world of compound semi conductors.Americo's book choice was: Good To Great by Jim Collinshttps://www.wob.com/en-gb/books/jim-collins/good-to-great/9780712676090This content is issued by Zeus Capital Limited (“Zeus”) (Incorporated in England & Wales No. 4417845), which is authorised and regulated in the United Kingdom by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) for designated investment business, (Reg No. 224621) and is a member firm of the London Stock Exchange. This content is for information purposes only and neither the information contained, nor the opinions expressed within, constitute or are to be construed as an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell the securities or other instruments mentioned in it. Zeus shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, including lost profits arising in any way from the information contained in this material. This material is for the use of intended recipients only.

Dan is joined by Dr. Rodney Pelzel, he has over 20 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, with deep expertise in semiconductor materials engineering and the epitaxial growth of compound semiconductors. Dr. Pelzel joined IQE as a Production Engineer in 2000 and is now head of R&D and is tasked with creating unique… Read More

Sarah and returning guest Molly from IQE cover all the news that's fit to print about school choice around Indiana and the nation in this first news roundup segment! The two discuss the landscape of school choice in Indiana and the importance of policy and grassroots efforts in advancing school choice initiatives. They highlight the collaboration between policy and grassroots teams in achieving school choice expansions in the state. They also discuss the increasing attention and discussions around school choice in recent years, as well as the role of Indiana in paving the way for other states.  The conversation touches on the legislative process and the challenges of navigating different perspectives within the Republican Party. They also explore the cost savings of school choice programs and the positive outcomes of voucher programs in Indiana. Finally, they mention articles that discuss the cost of school choice and the different perspectives in the school choice debate.  The conversation explores the topic of school choice and its various aspects. The speakers emphasize that school choice does not demonize public schools but rather aims to provide parents with options for their children's education.  They discuss the importance of allowing parents to make decisions about their child's education and highlight the need for access to different types of schools. The conversation also touches on the misconception that school choice takes money away from public schools, emphasizing that the funds should follow the student. The speakers delve into the concept of micro schools and their benefits, particularly for rural communities. They conclude by noting that school choice is a dynamic and evolving movement that varies from state to state and will continue to expand and be implemented in the coming years. Read The Articles: In Arkansas, School Choice Is Encouraging Education Entrepreneurship U.S. Catholic school report highlights steady enrollment, disability accessibility, and school choice Opinion | Rural Republicans Embrace School Choice Tennessee House, Senate divided on school choice bill as governor aims for compromise School Choice Is Key to Ensuring Parents' Rights Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice

Mary Eaker, the executive director of the Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) program at IQE, shares her school choice journey and the evolution of the SGO program. She discusses the impact of school choice on students and families, as well as the challenges and misconceptions surrounding the concept. Mary emphasizes the importance of equitable access to quality education and the role of advocacy in achieving this goal. She also highlights the community-building aspect of the SGO program and the dedication of donors to supporting education options for students. Mary's passion and motivation stem from witnessing the success stories of students who have benefited from school choice. In this conversation, Mary and Sarah discuss the Indiana Tax Credit Scholarship Program and the role of Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs) in providing scholarships to students. They also touch on the eligibility criteria and the impact of the program on Indiana families. Additionally, they talk about the history of the Institute for Quality Education as an SGO and its mission to provide scholarships to students across the state. Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice

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This episode of the Passage to Profit Show features Tamara Ghandour from LaunchStreet, Rowena Scherer from eat2explore and Matt & Karen Riley from the Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo. Tamara Ghandour is the founder of LaunchStreet, creator of the IQE innovator assessment, author of Innovation is Everybody's Business and Podcast Host. Her break-through work on human-centric innovation can be seen in individuals, teams, and organizations across the globe. Tamara has helped thousands gain the competitive edge by unlocking the power of innovation. LaunchStreet is the go-to innovation partner for companies like Arrow Electronics, Schneider Electric, Disney, Red Robin, RICOH and US Army Research Labs when they want to create a culture of innovation that wins and develop innovative solutions for their biggest challenges. Through a combination of neuroscience, brain mechanics, behavioral and social psychology, experience, Tamara developed the IQE assessment and tools, the only tool that helps people discover their unique style of innovation so they can bring out the best in themselves and those around them. For many leaders and teams, its become the secret sauce for igniting peak performance and developing high-performing teams that innovate and win. Read more at: https://www.gotolaunchstreet.com/Visit the Entrepreneur Presenters for June 5, 2022 at their Websites:Rowena Scherer is the founder of eat2explore, the only award-winning experiential cooking kit designed to bring cultural education alive through the exploration of world cuisines. Start a tradition of cooking, learning and dining together with their monthly country exploration cooking kits! eat2explore provides the hard-to-find, shelf-stable ingredients with both cooking and educational tools; you provide the fun! eat2explore is not just about putting another meal on the table; it’s about carving out time for family, learning tangible cooking skills, exploring world cuisine & cultures, and cultivating sustainable consumption habits at an early age. You can subscribe to their monthly featured country box or mix and match to build your own package, shop on your own time at places and with ingredients you love and kick off your edible educational journey as a family or a group. Read more at: https://eat2explore.com/Matt & Karen Riley are the founders of Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo, an annual national collective community event which started in 2019, connecting people with some of the finest holistic practitioners, wellness experts & businesses in the Northeast. The Expo is a New Jersey based event committed to the expansion and conscious evolution of the new human potential – featuring exhibitors in the areas of crystals, aura photography, reiki, meditation, natural herbs, organic skin care, soaps, visionary art work, candles, hypnotherapy, psychic readings, essential oils, angelic inspirations, higher learning, sound healing, henna tattoo, inspirational authors, oracle cards, jewelry, mindset coaching, and more. The 2023 event will be held at the NJ Convention and Exposition Center, March 3-5th 2023. Read more at: https://www.heartofonenessholisticexpo.com/ Visit

This episode of the Passage to Profit Show features Tamara Ghandour from LaunchStreet, Rowena Scherer from eat2explore and Matt & Karen Riley from the Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo. Tamara Ghandour is the founder of LaunchStreet, creator of the IQE innovator assessment, author of Innovation is Everybody's Business and Podcast Host. Her break-through work on human-centric innovation can be seen in individuals, teams, and organizations across the globe. Tamara has helped thousands gain the competitive edge by unlocking the power of innovation. LaunchStreet is the go-to innovation partner for companies like Arrow Electronics, Schneider Electric, Disney, Red Robin, RICOH and US Army Research Labs when they want to create a culture of innovation that wins and develop innovative solutions for their biggest challenges. Through a combination of neuroscience, brain mechanics, behavioral and social psychology, experience, Tamara developed the IQE assessment and tools, the only tool that helps people discover their unique style of innovation so they can bring out the best in themselves and those around them. For many leaders and teams, its become the secret sauce for igniting peak performance and developing high-performing teams that innovate and win. Read more at: https://www.gotolaunchstreet.com/Visit the Entrepreneur Presenters for June 5, 2022 at their Websites:Rowena Scherer is the founder of eat2explore, the only award-winning experiential cooking kit designed to bring cultural education alive through the exploration of world cuisines. Start a tradition of cooking, learning and dining together with their monthly country exploration cooking kits! eat2explore provides the hard-to-find, shelf-stable ingredients with both cooking and educational tools; you provide the fun! eat2explore is not just about putting another meal on the table; it’s about carving out time for family, learning tangible cooking skills, exploring world cuisine & cultures, and cultivating sustainable consumption habits at an early age. You can subscribe to their monthly featured country box or mix and match to build your own package, shop on your own time at places and with ingredients you love and kick off your edible educational journey as a family or a group. Read more at: https://eat2explore.com/Matt & Karen Riley are the founders of Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo, an annual national collective community event which started in 2019, connecting people with some of the finest holistic practitioners, wellness experts & businesses in the Northeast. The Expo is a New Jersey based event committed to the expansion and conscious evolution of the new human potential – featuring exhibitors in the areas of crystals, aura photography, reiki, meditation, natural herbs, organic skin care, soaps, visionary art work, candles, hypnotherapy, psychic readings, essential oils, angelic inspirations, higher learning, sound healing, henna tattoo, inspirational authors, oracle cards, jewelry, mindset coaching, and more. The 2023 event will be held at the NJ Convention and Exposition Center, March 3-5th 2023. Read more at: https://www.heartofonenessholisticexpo.com/ Visit

This week's insights are all about going big, putting failure behind you, getting motivated and being transparent. I also share some insights around getting buy-in from legacy thinkers and the power of empathy. The Everyday Innovators came for a diverse set of experiences, backgrounds and Everyday Innovator styles. Juliana Whitney (Instinctual Inquisitive)  in the cannabis industry,  Jason O. Harris (Inquisitive Imaginative) Air Force and commercial airline pilot, Tamara Ghandour (Experiential Risk Taker) founder of LaunchStreet and creator of the IQE assessment, and Thor Olof Philogene (Inquisitive Tweaker) founder of a technology company in the market research space. I'm going to share my big insights and experiments and in doing so I hope you find ways to take what you are learning and transfer it into action. Click and listen to any of the episodes.  Tamara's Everyday Innovator style: Risk Taker Experiential Discover your Everyday Innovator Style Check out our sponsor Howdy Puppy Code 'Tamara' for 20% off your order Everyday Innovators Online Facebook Group Innovation is Everybody's Business Book

Tamara is a sought after keynote speaker and advisor thanks to her unique ability to make innovation accessible and tangible for everyone. Through a combination of neuroscience, brain mechanics, behavioral and social psychology, experience, Tamara developed the IQE assessment and tools, the only tool that helps people discover their unique style of innovation so they can bring out the best in themselves and those around them. For many leaders and teams its become the secret sauce for igniting peak performance and develop high-performing teams that innovate and win.Drawing on eye-opening data from her proprietary Innovation Quotient Edge Assessment, her latest book, Innovation is Everybody's Business,  is for those looking for solutions to the daily pain of “how do I prove my worth,” a reality for many people whether they work in the C-Suite or on the front-lines. This book will resonate with those that recognize that being more innovative is their ticket to being indispensable. It is also for leaders under pressure to build a culture of innovation but don't know how. As organizations face pressure to innovate, the accountability for making it happen falls on senior and mid-level leaders. They are told what to do, but not how to do it. This book will give them a tool to build a team of innovators who make an impact every day in big and small ways.Tamara's company, LaunchStreet, is the go-to innovation partner for companies like Arrow Electronics, Schneider Electric, Disney, Red Robin, RICOH and US Army Research Labs when they want to create a culture of innovation that wins and develop innovative solutions for their biggest challenges. Her IQE system has helped ignite, scale and sustain innovation inside and out organizations of all sizes. Most importantly her work helps everyone realize their innovation capabilities and apply it daily.For IQE: https://www.gotolaunchstreet.com/innovation-training-programs/whats-your-innovation-type/For Everyday Innovators Digital Magazine: https://innovate.gotolaunchstreet.com/everyday-innovators-digital-magazineFor social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EverydayInnovatorsLaunchStreetLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/innovationtamaraghandour/Instagram @everydayinnovators twitter @launchstreet

Are you ready to get out of your own way? In this episode I interview Tamara Ghandour. Here is a little about her.The impact of Tamara's break-through work on human-centric innovation can be seen in individuals, teams, and organizations across the globe. As the creator of the proprietary Innovation Quotient Edge (IQE) assessment, host of the popular business podcast – Inside LaunchStreet, and the president of LaunchStreet Consultancy, Tamara has helped thousands gain the competitive edge by unlocking the power of innovation. With 25 plus years of business experience, Tamara knows what it takes to truly drive innovation and growth in an ever-changing marketplace.Tamara is a sought after keynote speaker and advisor thanks to her unique ability to make innovation accessible and tangible for everyone. Through a combination of neuroscience, brain mechanics, behavioral and social psychology, experience, Tamara developed the IQE assessment and tools, the only tool that helps people discover their unique style of innovation so they can bring out the best in themselves and those around them. For many leaders and teams its become the secret sauce for igniting peak performance and develop high-performing teams that innovate and win.Drawing on eye-opening data from her proprietary Innovation Quotient Edge Assessment, her latest book, Innovation is Everybody's Business,  is for those looking for solutions to the daily pain of “how do I prove my worth,” a reality for many people whether they work in the C-Suite or on the front-lines. This book will resonate with those that recognize that being more innovative is their ticket to being indispensable. It is also for leaders under pressure to build a culture of innovation but don't know how. As organizations face pressure to innovate, the accountability for making it happen falls on senior and mid-level leaders. They are told what to do, but not how to do it. This book will give them a tool to build a team of innovators who make an impact every day in big and small ways.Tamara's company, LaunchStreet, is the go-to innovation partner for companies like Arrow Electronics, Schneider Electric, Disney, Red Robin, RICOH and US Army Research Labs when they want to create a culture of innovation that wins and develop innovative solutions for their biggest challenges. Her IQE system has helped ignite, scale and sustain innovation inside and out organizations of all sizes. Most importantly her work helps everyone realize their innovation capabilities and apply it daily.At 27 she was the youngest person ever named to leadership in a leading global advertising agency. If you've walked the aisles of Target you've pushed your cart past products and brands that have benefited from Tamara's innovative approach – everything from Cheerios and Johnsonville Sausage to Procter & Gamble and Clorox. She has run multi-million dollar businesses and launched a few of her own, learning from her successes and, most importantly, her failures. Tamara has been featured on the TODAY SHOW, EO FIRE Podcast, the New York Times, Denver Business Journal, NBC 9News and on radio stations across the country. As a kid in computer camp, Tamara won the “I'll try anything once” award – a motto she still lives by.As a kid in computer camp, Tamara won the “I'll try anything once” award – a motto she still lives by. Below are ways you can connect with her:https://www.gotolaunchstreet.com/innovation-training-programs/whats-your-innovation-type/For Everyday Innovators Digital Magazine: https://innovate.gotolaunchstreet.com/everyday-innovators-digital-magazineFor social: Facebook: ht

Emotionally intelligent leadership, understanding what makes you stand out, mindset, and approach to creating ground-breaking work. These are just a few of the things my guest Kevin Allen and I discuss. Kevin has had a wildly successful career both creating advertising campaigns that changed industries and leading teams to great success. He is the embodiment of true leadership, everyday innovation, and seeking to make an impact on the people in his community, both personally and professionally. I learned a lot in this interview and I know you will too.  Kevin Allen was the creative mind behind the iconic "priceless Mastercard" campaign, the founder of EI games, an award-winning online leadership development platform that focuses on emotional intelligence, and the author of The Case of the Missing Cutlery: a leadership guide for the rising star.   Discover your Everyday Innovator Style Everyday Innovators Digital Magazine Everyday Innovators Online Academy – Join the global community Become a sought-after Everyday Innovator coach and trainer. If you are looking to be a high-demand coach or trainer that commands top dollars, this training is for you. Add the IQE and the Everyday Innovator method to your toolbox.  Innovation is Everybody's Business Book

Do you look at kids and think, "they are so naturally creative?" Yet somehow as adults, we've lost our way, and most of us would describe ourselves as missing the creative bone that only the select few possess. Interesting that as kids we all have it, yet as adults-only a select few do. Why is this? Well, it's because creativity, or as we say here at LaunchStreet, being an innovator, is actually a skill we all have, but over the years it gets minimized, ignored, or even taught out of us. My guest today, Shafik Mina believes that not only is everyone creative but that it's a skill we must teach and foster in our kids so that they develop strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration skills in the future. And, as he shares, some of the things they do in Crayola Imagine Arts Academy and Mad Science translate into strong leadership. Check out both Crayola Imagine Arts Academy and Mad Science. These programs serve an incredibly important role in fostering creativity in tomorrow's leaders. Discover your Everyday Innovator Style Everyday Innovators Digital Magazine Everyday Innovators Online Academy – Join the global community Become a sought-after Everyday Innovator coach and trainer. If you are looking to be a high-demand coach or trainer that commands top dollars, this training is for you. Add the IQE and the Everyday Innovator method to your toolbox.  Innovation is Everybody's Business Book    

Today's episode is going to help you avoid being derailed by difficult people who stall or slow down your work. Whether you like it or not, you will lead, manage or be on a team with difficult people. Aside from being annoyed, what do you do? What I've learned in my 25 plus years of work is that what you can't do is ignore them. In fact, as an innovator, you need to get them on board or get them out. But trying to move forward by ignoring or brushing their difficultness under the rug won't work. In fact, it will work against you. Our guest today, Jonno White is dedicated to creating strong relationships at work that move and business forward. We dig into what to do with difficult people, and situations, and how to not let things fester to the point of no return.  Check out Jonno White's book, Step Up or Step Out. As we talk about in the podcast and he goes into detail in his book, you can manage a difficult person to either get on board or get out in just 4 weeks.  Jonno White's website also includes the 7 questions and other things we discussed.  Discover your Everyday Innovator Style Everyday Innovators Digital Magazine Everyday Innovators Online Academy – Join the global community Become a sought-after Everyday Innovator coach and trainer. If you are looking to be a high-demand coach or trainer that commands top dollars, this training is for you. Add the IQE and the Everyday Innovator method to your toolbox.  Innovation is Everybody's Business Book

Have you ever looked at someone who risks it all for big rewards and thought, "wow, I wish I was more of a willingness to take risks like them. I tend to play it safe!" Here's the thing, risk isn't an all or none skill, it's actually a muscle you build over time. Now, if you are thinking, I don't need more risk in my life, I'd like you to be open to a new perspective. In this episode I'm going to suggest a few reasons why we all need to dial up our risk muscles. I'm also going to share some activities you can do to begin to flex and strengthen your risk muscles.   This podcast is the recording of one of my weekly 10-minute bursts of innovation. If you'd like to join the conversation live, click here.    Discover your Everyday Innovator Style Everyday Innovators Digital Magazine Everyday Innovators Online Academy – Join the global community Become a sought after Everyday Innovator coach and trainer. If you are looking to be a high-demand coach or trainer that commands top dollars, this training is for you. Add the IQE and the Everyday Innovator method to your toolbox.  Innovation is Everybody's Business Book  

A lot has changed personally and professionally in the past year. New technology has automated many functions humans used to be responsible for, the internet gives people instant access and global choice for just about anything, and teams have become virtual, as a way of doing business. In order to stay on the forefront of these massive shifts, it's also important we open our minds to the latest trends and technology. This episode with my guest, Paul Ace, will help you do just that. We dig into the new business and customer model of "conversational commerce" that is gaining. alot of traction. Fortunately, Paul is on the forefront of it all. He also shares how he keeps his global and virtual team motivated and why he focuses on effectiveness, not efficiency. We also dig into how he ignites innovation and gathers ideas that keep his business moving forward. Take a moment to check out Paul's business, Amplify C-C. He might be able to help you get unstuck and grow. He's helped a lot of online business leaders amplify their businesses and could do the same for you. You know I'm all about getting into the Zone. It's where I get my best work done. Of course I've perfected the external triggers that get me into that creative and focused space, and my favorite is FocusatWill.com. No joke, every time I turn it on the distractions around me disappear and my energy and my mind just flow. Try it today! Discover your Everyday Innovator Style Everyday Innovators Digital Magazine Everyday Innovators Online Academy – Join the global community Become a sought after Everyday Innovator coach and trainer. If you are looking to be a high-demand coach or trainer that commands top dollars, this training is for you. Add the IQE and the Everyday Innovator method to your toolbox.  Innovation is Everybody's Business Book        

Do you ever feel like you are working hard, maybe even harder than you ever have, yet the results don't show it? It's as if your productivity is through the roof, but the outcomes are still lackluster. My guest today, Roy Redd, shares with me a concept he lives by called "Workability." In short it's finding what works, what gets results, and doing more of that, and getting rid of the busy work. Wouldn't that be nice?! Roy and I also dig into fear of failure really being fear of looking like a failure, our misperceptions of stress, and how he went from homeless to a successful business man.  You know I'm all about getting into the Zone. It's where I get my best work done. Of course I've perfected the external triggers that get me into that creative and focused space, and my favorite is FocusatWill.com. No joke, every time I turn it on the distractions around me disappear and my energy and my mind just flow. Try it today! Today's guest, Roy Redd is a real rock star. If you want to connect with him, get his book, book him to speak, or just continue to learn from a person that's out there doing it, go to his website. You'll find everything you need and more there.  Discover your Everyday Innovator Style Everyday Innovators Digital Magazine Everyday Innovators Online Academy - Join the global community Become a sought after Everyday Innovator coach and trainer. If you are looking to be a high-demand coach or trainer that commands top dollars, this training is for you. Add the IQE and the Everyday Innovator method to your toolbox.  Innovation is Everybody's Business Book

How much time do you waste trying to convince your doubters your ideas are right? Do you know how to facilitate a meeting or conversation to get the best results? Are all those meetings you and your team attend actually moving the business forward? What would it take to actually build a culture of innovation where people know how to connect and collaborate? Great news! My guest Douglas Ferguson and I talk about all of these things and more. He makes a compelling case for ignoring your doubters, building influencers and becoming a master facilitator.  Douglas Ferguson is the president of VoltageControl, an innovation consultancy focused on design thinking and giving you the skills you need to become a master facilitator. What's important to note here is that Douglas sees being a strong facilitator as an essential skill of success. After you listen to this episode I think you'll see why! And, don't to get my favorite motivational water bottle, HydroMate. It's a water drinking game changer.  Discover your Everyday Innovator Style Become a sought after Everyday Innovator coach and trainer. If you are looking to be a high-demand coach or trainer that commands top dollars, this training is for you. Add the IQE and the Everyday Innovator method to your toolbox.  Innovation is Everybody's Business Book  

Soft skills are not your technical skills that show up as a bullet point on your job description. They are the interpersonal or behavioral skills you actually rely on to do your job, live life, and get ahead. The ones that are hard to track but are equally, or more important. In fact, I'd argue that the technical skills you rely on to do your job are cost of entry and can become irrelevant. But, soft skills are lasting and critical. In this episode I'll share the 6 soft skills that lead to your success - innovation, resilience, communication, decisiveness, leadership, openness. These are the critical soft skills for success in our complex, rapidly changing times. I'll even give you a quick activity you can do to dial up your soft skills in these 6 areas.    Don't forget to get your Hydromate and drink up. When we are dehydrated we easily get exhausted and have mental fog. Being hydrated is foundational to your energy and your success.  Go to the podcast website and get your 6 Soft Skills to Success bonus. Use it to remind yourself, activate your soft skills, or share with your team.  I mentioned Indeed.com. This is one of the major talent and recruiting matching marketplaces. If you are looking for a new job, this may be a good place to start. I talked about Infinite Monkey Urban Winery and their once inciting question that lead to an industry revolution.  One of the exercise's I gave you is from motivational master, Mel Robbins. It's here 5 second countdown. Her website has more on this exercise and lots of other great activities. Discover your Everyday Innovator Style Become a sought after Everyday Innovator coach and trainer. If you are looking to be a high-demand coach or trainer that commands top dollars, this training is for you. Add the IQE and the Everyday Innovator method to your toolbox.  Innovation is Everybody's Business Book

Do you ever feel like you are not just working in your strengths, but actively against them? You are not alone. So many people feel that way. Maybe in school we were told we had to think and work a certain way, and that way didn't match our way. Or maybe a boss or work environment didn't allow you to bring your best self. Or perhaps you have been conforming to other people's ideas of what success looked like and you've lost sight of what might work for you? Well, if any of those resonate with you, this is the podcast episode for you. I'm going to dig into how you can rediscover your best self by rediscovering how you think and work, in the way that works for you. Here's a hint, it links to your unique Everyday Innovator style. Your best work environment begins on the inside, with you!  Don't forget to go get yourself a Hydromate water bottle. As I said, keeping your energy high and your mind and body healthy is foundational to reaching your full potential and being an Everyday Innovator.   This is the book I mentioned, Born To Run. A great read regardless of whether you love or hate running.  Discover your Everyday Innovator Style Become a sought after Everyday Innovator coach and trainer. If you are looking to be a high-demand coach or trainer that commands top dollars, this training is for you. Add the IQE and the Everyday Innovator method to your toolbox. 

The impact of Tamara's break-through work on human-centric innovation can be seen in individuals, teams, and organizations across the globe. As the creator of the proprietary Innovation Quotient Edge (IQE) assessment, host of the popular business podcast – Inside LaunchStreet, and the president of LaunchStreet Consultancy, Tamara has helped thousands gain the competitive edge by unlocking the power of innovation. With 25 plus years of business experience, Tamara knows what it takes to truly drive innovation and growth in an ever-changing marketplace. Tamara is a sought after keynote speaker and advisor thanks to her unique ability to make innovation accessible and tangible for everyone. Through a combination of neuroscience, brain mechanics, behavioral and social psychology, experience, Tamara developed the IQE assessment and tools, the only tool that helps people discover their unique style of innovation so they can bring out the best in themselves and those around them. For many leaders and teams its become the secret sauce for igniting peak performance and develop high-performing teams that innovate and win. Drawing on eye-opening data from her proprietary Innovation Quotient Edge Assessment, her latest book, Innovation is Everybody's Business, is for those looking for solutions to the daily pain of “how do I prove my worth,” a reality for many people whether they work in the C-Suite or on the front-lines. This book will resonate with those that recognize that being more innovative is their ticket to being indispensable. It is also for leaders under pressure to build a culture of innovation but don't know how. As organizations face pressure to innovate, the accountability for making it happen falls on senior and mid-level leaders. They are told what to do, but not how to do it. This book will give them a tool to build a team of innovators who make an impact every day in big and small ways. Tamara's company, LaunchStreet, is the go-to innovation partner for companies like Arrow Electronics, Schneider Electric, Disney, Red Robin, RICOH and US Army Research Labs when they want to create a culture of innovation that wins and develop innovative solutions for their biggest challenges. Her IQE system has helped ignite, scale and sustain innovation inside and out organizations of all sizes. Most importantly her work helps everyone realize their innovation capabilities and apply it daily. At 27 she was the youngest person ever named to leadership in a leading global advertising agency. If you've walked the aisles of Target you've pushed your cart past products and brands that have benefited from Tamara's innovative approach – everything from Cheerios and Johnsonville Sausage to Procter & Gamble and Clorox. She has run multi-million dollar businesses and launched a few of her own, learning from her successes and, most importantly, her failures. Tamara has been featured on the TODAY SHOW, EO FIRE Podcast, the New York Times, Denver Business Journal, NBC 9News and on radio stations across the country. As a kid in computer camp, Tamara won the “I'll try anything once” award – a motto she still lives by. As a kid in computer camp, Tamara won the “I'll try anything once” award – a motto she still lives by.

In the first podcast of 2021 Phil Smith, Chairman of IQE and former CEO and Chair of CISCO UK discusses plans to develop a “UK ARPA”. Including why its needed, difference in innovation culture between UK and USA, and what success would like like.

I used to believe that being innovative or considered an innovator was only for the select few. You know the ones with the blue streaks in their hair, the funky glasses and cool shoes. Turns out, I was totally wrong. Steve showed me the hard way that innovation is for everyone, even me (and you).  This is actually a flip interview where one of my IQE partners, Chris Chopyak is interviewing me for a Client she is working with.    Mentioned in this episode: Chris Chopyak's company - Arlosoul Innovation Quotient Edge for teams Everyday Innovators Online Academy

I used to believe that being innovative or considered an innovator was only for the select few. You know the ones with the blue streaks in their hair, the funky glasses and cool shoes. Turns out, I was totally wrong. Steve showed me the hard way that innovation is for everyone, even me (and you).  This is actually a flip interview where one of my IQE partners, Chris Chopyak is interviewing me for a Client she is working with. There are so many juicy nuggets in our conversation that I couldn't just let it sit on some corporate server for only a few to hear.    Mentioned in this episode: Chris Chopyak's company - Arlosoul Innovation Quotient Edge for teams Everyday Innovators Online Academy

This conversation will entertain and inspire you. My guest today is an author and innovation expert and she helps us reinvigorate our own businesses. Today we go ON THE INSIDE with someone who helps take businesses from good to great. Don't miss today's show.About Tamara GhandourWebsite:  https://www.gotolaunchstreet.com/Book:  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1529398150/Podcast:   https://www.gotolaunchstreet.com/inside-launchstreet-podcast/The impact of Tamara's break-through work on human-centric innovation can be seen in individuals, teams, and organizations across the globe. As the creator of the proprietary Innovation Quotient Edge (IQE) assessment, host of the popular business podcast – Inside LaunchStreet, and the president of LaunchStreet Consultancy, Tamara has helped thousands gain the competitive edge by unlocking the power of innovation. With 25 plus years of business experience, Tamara knows what it takes to truly drive innovation and growth in an ever-changing marketplace.Tamara is a sought after keynote speaker and advisor thanks to her unique ability to make innovation accessible and tangible for everyone. Through a combination of neuroscience, brain mechanics, behavioral and social psychology, experience, Tamara developed the IQE assessment and tools, the only tool that helps people discover their unique style of innovation so they can bring out the best in themselves and those around them. For many leaders and teams its become the secret sauce for igniting peak performance and develop high-performing teams that innovate and win.Drawing on eye-opening data from her proprietary Innovation Quotient Edge Assessment, her latest book, Innovation is Everybody's Business,  is for those looking for solutions to the daily pain of "how do I prove my worth," a reality for many people whether they work in the C-Suite or on the front-lines. This book will resonate with those that recognize that being more innovative is their ticket to being indispensable. It is also for leaders under pressure to build a culture of innovation but don't know how. As organizations face pressure to innovate, the accountability for making it happen falls on senior and mid-level leaders. They are told what to do, but not how to do it. This book will give them a tool to build a team of innovators who make an impact every day in big and small ways.Tamara's company, LaunchStreet, is the go-to innovation partner for companies like Arrow Electronics, Schneider Electric, Disney, Red Robin, RICOH and US Army Research Labs when they want to create a culture of innovation that wins and develop innovative solutions for their biggest challenges. Her IQE system has helped ignite, scale and sustain innovation inside and out organizations of all sizes. Most importantly her work helps everyone realize their innovation capabilities and apply it daily.

In today's episode fo the Idea to Value podcast, we speak with Tamara Ghandour, founder of Launch Street, author of INNOVATION IS EVERYBODY’S BUSINESS and developer of the IQE assessment. See the full episode at https://wp.me/p6pllj-1tQ  We speak about why some people find it so challenging to innovate, how to overcome these fears and the importance of understanding how your tribe works best together. Topics covered in today's episode: 00:02:30 - Why everyone needs to understand how they can be involved in innovation 00:03:30 - If you try to force everyone to innovate in the same way, you will fail 00:05:15 - Why our primal brain makes people fear failure and new ideas 00:09:10 - Are there people who cannot innovate? 00:11:30 - Building an innovation tribe 00:14:30 - The challenges which women experience in innovation 00:18:30 - How to communicate to get buy-in on innovation Links mentioned in today's episode: Launch Street: https://www.gotolaunchstreet.com/ Bonus: This episode was made possible by our premium innovation and creativity training. Take your innovation and creativity capabilities to the next level by investing in yourself now, at https://www.ideatovalue.com/all-access-pass-insider-secrets/ * Subscribe on iTunes to the Idea to Value Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/idea-to-value-creativity-innovation/id1199964981?mt=2 * Subscribe on Spotify to the Idea to Value Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4x1kANUSv7UJoCJ8GavUrN  * Subscribe on Stitcher to the Idea to Value Podcast: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=129437&refid=stpr * Subscribe on Google Podcasts to the Idea to Value Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9pZGVhdG92YWx1ZS5saWJzeW4uY29tL3Jzcw  Want to rapidly validate new ideas and innovative products and GROW your online business? These are the tools I actually use to run my online businesses (and you can too): * The best email management and campaigns system: ActiveCampaign (Free Trial) http://www.activecampaign.com/?_r=M17NLG2X  * Best value web hosting: BlueHost WordPress http://www.activecampaign.com/?_r=M17NLG2X  * Landing pages, Sales Pages and Lead collection: LeadPages (Free Trial) http://leadpages.pxf.io/c/1385771/390538/5673  * Sharing & List building: Sumo (Free) https://sumo.com/?src=partner_ideatovalue  * Payments, Shopping Cart, affiliate management and Upsell generator: ThriveCart https://improvides--checkout.thrivecart.com/thrivecart-standard-account/  * Video Webinars for sales: WebinarJam and Everwebinar ($1 Trial) https://nickskillicorn.krtra.com/t/lwIBaKzMP1oQ  * Membership for protecting content: Membermouse (Free Trial) http://affiliates.membermouse.com/idevaffiliate.php?id=735  * eLearning System for students: WP Courseware https://flyplugins.com/?fly=293  * Video Editing: Techsmith Camtasia http://techsmith.z6rjha.net/vvGPv  I have used all of the above products myself to build IdeatoValue and Improvides, which is why I can confidently recommend them. I may also receive affiliate payments for any business I bring to them using the links above. Copyright https://www.ideatovalue.com

My Future Business Interview with TAMARA GHANDOUR #innovation #changeleader #tamaraghandour Hi, and welcome to the show! On today's My Future Business Show I have the pleasure of spending time with book author, podcaster, keynote speaker and CEO at her innovation training company “Launch Street” TAMARA GHANDOUR. Tamara has been featured on the Today Show, the Entrepreneur on Fire Podcast, the New Your Times, Denver Business Journal, NBC, 9News, and across various radio stations across the country. Launch Street is the go-to innovation partner for companies like Arrow Electronics, Schneider Electrical, Disney, Red Robin, RICHOH, the US Army research laboratories, and many others. Tamara has authored a book about innovation, titled “Innovation Is Everybody's Business”, and has coupled it with an IQE assessment and supporting toolkit that helps people discover their unique style of innovation so they can bring out the best in themselves and those around them. An important takeaway, is recognizing that for many leaders and teams, the process of innovation can become the secret sauce for igniting peak performance and developing high-performing teams. During the call, Tamara shares her views on how fun and nature also play an important role in innovation, as does our mindset towards our own ability to bring about innovative changes. If we look, we can see the most amazing ideas in ourselves, and in the environment, that can serve as a catalyst for true innovation. One of the key points of the call, was when Tamara talked about the importance of valuing people, no matter what their status in an organization; and how the inclusion of a wide selection of different personalities and skill sets, can bring about transformational innovation. Everyone can contribute to the process of innovation, and should be encouraged to share their ideas. Believe that you have something to share that may help transform the business you work in, the team you're a part of, or the business you own. To get your copy of Tamara's book “Innovation Is Everybody's Business”, or to contact Tamara directly to learn more about innovation, click below. Thanks again Tamara, for being my guest on The My Future Business Show! Rick Nuske PS: To get in front of your best audience and stay there, click the book your interview button below. Thanks for joining us on the show today, and if you liked this call, support the show by clicking on our big red YouTube subscribe button below, and share us with your friends. 

Find out how the most established UK businesses are embracing digital transformation.Digital Masters: Transforming UK business is a three-part series hosted by Robert Miller from the Times business desk, in association with KPMGIn our final episode we look at how businesses are remaking agile in uncertain markets, and using tech and digital innovation to thrive through Brexit and beyond.Robert Miller is joined for a discussion by Tim Sarson, KPMG’s tax expert and Chris Meadows, Head of Marketing and Communications at IQE.We also visit the Waitrose farm in Hampshire to chat to Sam Watson-Jones and Ben Scott-Robinson, co-founders of the Small Robot Company. Their agri-tech startup is changing the game for farmers of the the future. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ideas that come from birds of a feather tend to die. Having the same people, with the same background, all looking at the same information isn't going to make that magical innovation genie appear. But, ideas that come from diversity in thinking, thrive. Marketing, consumer trends, and business expert Kelly McDonald shares with Inside LaunchStreet how to build a real culture around diversity. We all know the ‘why’ but Kelly digs into the ‘how’ and the business impact of the how.   Key Takeaways: [2:01] Kelly’s IQE assessment revealed she's an inquisitive risk taker. Listen in as Tamara explains how Kelly leverages her trigger points. [3:46] Get introduced to Kelly Mcdonald. [4:33] You might be surprised to know that Kelly was part of a water skiing show in her youth. She was a pyramid skier and then she started to MC the program. [6;36] Kelly’s book, How to Work with and Lead People Not like you, helps answer the question: Why is diversity in thinking so important to innovation? She believes that innovation starts with people thinking differently than you. The diversity of thought and experience shape the way that you solve problems and move the business forward. [8:23] Ideas that come from birds of a feather tend to die. How do you think about getting diversity within your company? Why is it so hard to do? Kelly shares an exercise to help with diversity. The assignment is for everyone to go around the room and share something about themselves. Learning something personal changes the way you see people, fosters better communication and the coming together of the team. [13:26] Kelly shares how diversity went wrong with Skinny Girl Cocktails. It proved to be wildly successful after being turned down at the beginning. Tamara reminds listeners that ideas are often shot down because the listener isn’t understanding your perspective. [18:30] What’s in a number? 606 versus 909. People can be looking at the same thing yet see things very differently. This is where the power of innovation lies. [19:36] Find out how businesses are like cities. [21:15] People are going to say the wrong things. We all say the wrong things sometimes. Kelly shares two stories where people could have chosen to be offended. Kelly shares the valuable advice that we should always assume good will. [28:22] Kelly and Tamara discuss how to respectfully see thing differently. Listen in to find out whether HOW or WHY is more powerful in understanding differing points of view. [36:12] What’s the one thing people love most about Kelly’s book? [41:18] Tamara reminds listeners that hard doesn’t mean wrong. She tells about how one of her advertising professors met with her to discuss a situation. His students were having a hard time seeing other’s perspectives. Find out why the teacher sent his students to Walmart and how some of their perspectives changed. [44:44] Kelly talks about the ROI of diversity. Kelly shares a success story about a struggling funeral home becoming a wedding venue. Two things happened. The young girl came up with a bizarre idea. And, the older owner took the time to listen and agreed to try it. It’s important to not dismiss what on the surface might strike us as odd. Tamara shares the success of Dollar Shave Club. Sometimes diversity is as simple as connecting with people outside of your world. [49:34] The birds of a feather flocking together cost Pepsi some money. They learned a valuable lesson about the diversity of thoughts. [51:58] Connect with Kelly at mcdonaldmarketing.com. Tamara suggests that listeners subscribe to Kelly’s newsletter. [53:12] What’s Kelly’s advice to team leaders to improve diversity? [57:53] Tamara encourages the inquisitive risk takers to pull back the layers and figure things out. Go to LaunchStreet and take the free portion of the IQE Assessment. Then, when you’re ready, subscribe and unlock the remainder of your power triggers. This will put you at the top of your innovation game.   If you are ready to: get buy-in from key decision makers on your next big idea be a high-impact, high-value member that ignites change foster a culture of innovation where everyone on your team is bringing innovative ideas that tackle challenges and seize opportunities... Join us on LaunchStreet — gotolaunchstreet.com   Mentioned in This Episode: Kelly’s books  

Want to know what it’s like to push the boundaries of an industry? To do what others are afraid to do? And to see the payoff a willingness to change and innovate? Me too! That’s why I had Brian Benstock of Paragon Honda on Inside LaunchStreet. He’s in the auto sales field, which hasn’t changed in longer than I can remember. But his business has and customers are flocking to him and competitors are trying to catch up. This is a great lesson in what’s possible, even in legacy industries.   Key Takeaways: [2:12] You might be surprised to know that Brian is a competitive runner. He loves the runner’s high. He compares running to managing a business. [4:06] Brian started selling cars in 1982. He has become known as a disrupter in the car selling industry. [5:19] How has Brian approached the clash of change versus legacy in the auto industry? [7:21] Did Brian set out to change the rules or did he set out to find the loopholes? Elon Musk pierced the franchise law by using electrification. Tamara points out that change is being forced on you. You can either create change, accept change, or fight against it. Brian discusses Uber and how that impacted both auto sales and the taxi system. In NYC, if you drive less than 11,000 miles, it’s cheaper to use Uber than to own or lease a car. Uber has given the consumer shared control over the process. You can pick the car you want, the drive you want, your destination and the price point. [10:59] Tamara thinks that shared control is the thing that is really going to force change. Brian talks about Netflix and how it’s changed TV watching. [12:19] Tamara discusses how most people want to force the way we’ve always done it. Tamara shares how she was involved with a newspaper and they just didn’t get that the consumers wanted other outlets rather than the traditional newspaper. She reminds us that we often look too myopic, not wide enough. [14:56] Listen in to find out what Brian meant when he said he wanted to be the Apple of Honda. Get introduced to the gang of four. [17:03] Google studies of North America showed 49 percent of people are willing to buy online. Tamara shares her experience about visiting the busy Peloton store. She asked the salesman if he sold a ton of bikes. The answer was no, they come here for the experience. They buy bikes online. [19:14] Brian has done some transformative things at his Honda shop. Brian shares how forty boxes of coffee arriving at his door made a powerful influence on his business. He’s a firm believer that the person who creates the least friction wins. Brian coined a term, the future is frictionless. He turned to Google to find out how to accomplish less friction. Google Voice Command is involved in making service appointments and getting the car to and from the dealership. [24:48] How has Google Voice Command impacted sales? Have other dealerships followed suit? [29:42] Brian and Tamara discuss Kodak’s fear of going online. They talk about making the process easy for the customer. [30:59] Why is there so much friction in business? Tamara shares that she was trying on dresses at the mall. She needed a smaller size. Instead of asking the store clerk for help, she went online and purchased it while in the dressing room. [33:30] Brian believes the car dealership will need to become a boutique. Currently, the franchise laws won’t allow much variation. Dealerships will have to change how cars are distributed. The dealers and the manufacturers have to start thinking as one. [36:31] Tamara reminds Inside LaunchStreet listeners that the rules and the regulations are often at odds with where the marketplace has gone. Brian talks about voice recognition and how the choices show up. The successful ones will begin to develop those phrases and adverbs that will show up and really dominate. [38:52] What trends and patterns should we be watching? Brian believes that voice technology is laying the infrastructure to make everything voice controlled. The next part of that is the car will be autonomous. On the horizon.is a car with no driver. [42:45] Connect with Brian on Brianbenstock.com or at Paragon Honda. [43:44] Brian encourages listeners to look outside of your business for answers. You need to think like a disrupter. Tamara and Brian discussed the fall of Blockbuster and Sears. When they quit adapting, they failed. [45:34] Tamara appreciated that Brian discussed innovation and the changes consumers are expecting. She encourages the listener to drive innovation. That starts with having an innovation toolkit at your fingertips. Go to LaunchStreet and pick up the IQE pro toolkit. It has the Innovation Quotient Edge Assessment and all the tools you need to put innovation into action daily.   If you are ready to: get buy-in from key decision makers on your next big idea be a high-impact, high-value member that ignites change foster a culture of innovation where everyone on your team is bringing innovative ideas that tackle challenges and seize opportunities... Join us on LaunchStreet — gotolaunchstreet.com   Mentioned in This Episode: Paragon Honda

What’s Your Innovation Quotient? - Interview with Tamara Kleinberg Steve: Welcome to all of our "Becoming Your Best" podcast listeners, wherever you might be in the world today. This is your host, Steve Shallenberger. And we have a very interesting guest with us today. Our guest has helped and inspired many people on how to improve their lives and be more effective. Welcome, Tamara Kleinberg. Tamara: Thank you so much for having me. Steve: Oh, we're excited to have you. And before we get started today, I'd like to tell you a little about Tamara's background. First of all, this is fun. She's part of an elite group of TED speakers for completing three Tough Muddlers. Tell us what a Tough Muddler is, Tamara. Tamara: Oh, they are these...I don't know if you've done one yet...but they are these extreme sport events. It's usually 12 to 16 miles, 20 obstacle courses, and things like getting dumped in water so cold you can't breathe and electric shock wires. It just...it tests your limits, both physical and mental, every time you do it. Steve: Lovely. Well, we know what the Spartan event is. We've had a number of our family members that have participated in that. I think quite similar. Tamara: I love Spartan events. Steve: Yeah, they're great. And Tamara's life is about breaking through the status quo for game-changing results. And I'll just tell you a little bit more about her. She is the founder of LaunchStreet, an online innovation program, and the creator of a proprietary Innovation Quotient Edge, which we'll talk a little bit about later in the program. It's the only assessment able to help you discover your unique innovator archetype, and we'll talk about that, so that you can innovate on demand. She is a sought-after keynote speaker, CrossFit addict, and a knee-high sock lover. She lives in the Colorado area, has two young children, a husband, and they are rocking and rolling. Tamara: Don't forget my dog. My dog would be very upset if you didn't mention her. Her name is Zoe, and she's a 90-pound mastiff. So she's part of the family. Steve: Well, that's perfect. Okay, well, Tamara, what was life like growing up for you? And what experiences helped you to see that you could be successful? Tamara: Yeah, that's such a great question to open with, you know? So I was telling you a little bit offline that we moved every four years of my life. And the reason for that was my dad was an entrepreneur. So we basically bounced from business to business, and that required moving as well. And while that sounds horrible to a lot of people, what I will tell you is it taught me how to talk to everybody, because I had to start over every four years. I became the queen of reinvention I think before I was 18 years old because I always had to. And, you know, I kinda looked back on my life, and, you know, I realized that that entrepreneurial spirit was inside of me very early on. My very first business was when I was 14 years old. I turned my teenage girl's dream closet into a business of renting clothing, and keep in mind, just to date myself, it was the 80s. So the clothing was bad, and it was before the Internet and [inaudible 00:03:19] could rent everything. But, you know, I was always looking for opportunities to just do things a little bit differently. I think a lot of us have that inside of us, that little spark, and it ignites every now and again. And sometimes we shut it down. And sometimes we let it grow. But in that case, I let it grow. And that summer, I had a ton of money. It was great. But, you know, you would...one of the things that you would ask in a previous thing was, you know, kinda what are some of those defining moments in your childhood. And I would tell you a quick story, because I think this really kinda set up how I viewed life and how I ultimately was able to achieve success. When I was in third grade, I got the most awesome homework, which was, you know, come back on Monday morning and tell the class what you wanna be when you grow up. And I was so excited. And that's the best homework you can give a third grader ever because the possibilities at that point in your life are endless. So, you know, I spent all weekend. I really...I took it very seriously. And I got back to school, and I stood up there, and I was the first to raise my hand. So I got up, you know, in front of that dirty chalkboard. And to see if my...you know, kids in front of me in those low tables, and I said, you know, "I'm Tamara. And when I grow up, I wanna be president of the United States." Steve: Woo-hoo! Tamara: And, you know, then I waited... Yeah. Well, that's what I was hoping for. Thank you. You know, I put my head down waiting for the like obvious standing ovation that was coming. But instead, I got laughter. And it wasn't actually the other kids. It was the teacher. Yeah. She looked to me, and she said, "Tamara, don't be silly. You can't be president of the United States. You weren't born here. You need to come up with a new dream." So I wasn't born here. I was born in Israel. But I...I was born on dual citizenship. And it doesn't matter. In third grade, that's not the point, right? Steve: Right, right. Tamara: You know, I went home in tears, and I went into my dad's office because he's working from home at the time. And I said, you know, "I was told that those are the rules. So I can't be president." I was so upset and ready to be very dramatic. And my dad is very brass tacks about everything. And he looked up at me, and he just said, "Well, Tamara, then go change the rules." I was like "Oh my God." Like that opened my eyes to everything in life. So I can't change the rules to be president. Frankly, at this point, I'm really glad I never pursued that path because it looks like a really hard job. But what it did teach me in life and what I've always applied is how can you go around those brick walls and those rules? How do you go under them, over them, through them? There's always a different way to accomplish what you wanna accomplish. And when I was in third grade, what I was really saying was I wanna make an impact on the world. That's really what I wanted. So when I thought about that in a different way, I was able to do different things and get to that goal. Steve: Oh, I love it. Oh, thanks for that background. And this is a great reminder too. We who have the opportunity to work with others, to give them encouragement, to give them hope, to... I love the assignment. You know, to stoke that curiosity and creativity and... Well, great going! That's terrific. Now, how about...you've been moving along. That was a great setback right there, a little challenge. But what's been some of the biggest challenges in your life or a challenge, just pick one, whether personal life or professional, and how did you handle it, and what was the impact? Tamara: Yeah. So, you know, I think we all have a lot of challenges. And sometimes there are tiny little ones that seem to add up over time. And other times there are, you know, big ones that are slapping us around and leaving a little bit of a sting on our face. And I know...I think when I look back, the biggest challenges have been these tiny little things that constantly added up. And, you know, it really led to...it was me always trying to push the limits and always trying to do something different and getting pushed back. And, you know, when I was...and so when I left university...I graduated from UC Berkeley and went out to New York City because I wanted to be in advertising and on Madison Avenue, which in the '90s was a big deal, you know, different now, but it was then. And I remember getting my first job there. And I was an administrative assistant. And that's not what I wanted to be. I wanted to be in account management. But because I didn't have an in, a connection, a referral...I was new to New York. I moved there not knowing anybody. I mean it was me and my apartment for the first six months of my time in New York City. And I had to take the job that I was provided because that's all I could get. I couldn't get the one in accounts because, you know, I didn't know anyone. However, once I got in, I was able to make my imprint and get to where I wanted to be. So, you know, it seemed like a really big challenge, and I had to look at it and go, "Well, how do I do it differently so that I get to my goal, but do it in a different way, because that path I thought I would get is just not open to me?" The beauty of it, though, the thing I learned, not just that, is I learned how hard it is to be an administrative assistant and how that is they are the gatekeepers to everything. So not only did I learn, you know, what I needed to do to get to where I was trying to be, but I also learned what it really meant to take on that role, which was not easy. But that's really all the challenges...every moment that I remember another time I was working at this, you know, prestigious brand strategy and innovation firm. And I used to get in trouble for going home at four because I would be done with my work, and I would do it well, but I was done because I figured out a different way to prioritize my workflow and not do it like everybody else and get even more accomplished in a shorter period of time. But I got in trouble for it. So, you know, I kind of kept having to push boundaries and I kept... What I learned along the way is I had to keep pushing back. I had to keep pushing back. It was my job to keep that flame going, nobody else's, because they were not gonna do it for me. Steve: Okay. Well, now, I just love it. I love the fact that Tamara is out there pushing the horizons, thinking about possibilities. This is one of the things that we need to do to reach our fullest potential. We just gotta reach down inside and say, "Wow, what is it out there that...where can I make my contribution? Where is my area of interest?" and go for it. Don't let things hold us back. And that might be in the different roles that we have in life. And so great going, Tamara. Tamara: Well, thank you so much. You know, I think this is kinda how life works, isn't it? Like it's...I saw this great quote on Facebook from Sylvester Stallone in what...a movie he's I think recently in. I didn't get to see the whole thing, because, you know, you're on Facebook, you scroll through. But, basically, it's like "Look, life is gonna slap you around harder than anybody else. And it's our job to get back up." And I think that's really how I've tried to lead through life. And when you tap your innovative mind, which we all have the power of doing... I know we don't always feel that way. But it's true. We can talk a little bit about the research that led to that and kinda, you know, the assessment that goes along with it. But when we approach things in a more innovative way, we're able to make a greater impact and go around some of those big barriers that we face. Steve: Okay, good. Well, let's talk about innovation. This is one of your specialties. And it plays such a huge role in our success in life. And I was just reading through my personal vision this morning, which I've had for 25 years. It's been inspiring for me. And on the personal level, one of the aspects was when I have setbacks and challenges, I think of options, options, and options. And then I move again. Tamara: I love that. Steve: Well, this is kind of it, innovation. So what's the greatest barrier to innovation? Let's really help our listeners out today of how we can get to a better place. Tamara: Yeah. So there's a couple of barriers that I wanna talk about here. And let me just back up by sharing my definition of innovation so we're all on the same page because I think oftentimes we think of it as a new product, new technology, or, you know, relegated to a certain point in time, exercise, the brainstorm with scented markers, you know, and [inaudible 00:11:08]. But that's really not it. What innovation is and the definition that I'd like, you know, us to move forward with is people each thinking differently about what's right in front of them to create differentiated value. And that really ultimately comes back to us in how we view things and shifting our own perspective and trying out new things. I think that one of the greatest barriers to innovation is thinking that we're not capable of it and that, you know, Greg down the hall with his blue streak in his hair and his funky glasses and, you know, going the cafes to work. He is the innovative guy. But it's really not me, whether that's because of my, you know, how I've been trained over life or my job description or just how I view myself. And that couldn't be more wrong. I think what we've discovered in our 20-plus years of work and research over here at LaunchStreet is that being innovative is actually universal. We all do it. But how we innovate is unique to each of us. But we gotta own that we're innovative people. You now, we all go to the movies, and we suspend belief, and we watch these crazy sci-fi movies, and we think nothing of it. Yet, we come home, and when we ask ourselves to work and we ask ourselves how to think differently about something, and we shut down. We got to bring that back up. Steve: Okay. Well, that's great, yeah. And I love your definition, thinking differently to get better results to how do we be... As you know, one of the things we talk about a lot is helping people become their best. And this is the thinking is we can do it. We can come up with ideas, and we are capable of it. So as we get into this process, Tamara, why do most ideas die before they even have a chance to get going, before someone leaves the conference room? Tamara: Yeah. There's a couple of reasons for it, and it's so sad, isn't it? I mean even asking the question sounds sad, like "Oh, ideas die." It's so sad, but they do, and they do for a couple of reasons. One is we confuse collaboration and consensus. So if we're working in a team, you know, we would have an idea that we wanna either bring forward or we have a problem we're trying to solve and we get together to form a solution for that, what we do by accident, in an effort to create collaboration, is we pull everybody together at the table. Now we've got everybody's opinion. And frankly, it's too many. And we need to replace consensus with collaboration, real collaboration, which I would define as the right people sitting at the table at the right time discussing the right things. That's not everybody. That's the appropriate people together. So that's number one is, you know, we end up doing this consensus decision-making, and that just waters everything down to nothing. Nobody is excited about it, and we leave with this blah, wet clay-looking idea. That's number one. The second thing is...and this was a really painful lesson that I learned along the way from someone who I called Mr. Mustache, because I don't remember his name, but he had a really big mustache. It moved before he spoke. And he shut down every one of my ideas in this meeting where I was presenting ideas. It was actually to Johnson & Johnson baby care. He worked for them at the time. And what I learned that day was that most ideas die because we don't have the language to champion them and get other people along for the journey with us. We assume that the idea is gonna stand on its own, like "Oh my god, this water bottle is so amazing. How could they say no to this?" But they do say no because they weren't along for the journey of the creation of it. And now we're throwing this one-way tennis ball, you know, across the court expecting them to pick it up. And they don't. What I have discovered, and we have a lot of these tools on our LaunchStreet on demand...I think it's part of the reasons why our clients come back year after year for more and more tools. We have this whole language of innovation method because what we discovered is that when you change your language, you change your outcome. But it is just really unfortunate to think the number of ideas that never see the light of day because we just don't know how to champion them. Steve: Okay. Oh, those are good thoughts. I'd be interested in your thoughts about this. What role...I'm just thinking that sometimes people don't have confidence in their ability to innovate, to be a creative force, and so they're a little shy about it. Would that also be a reason that an idea dies that they don't have enough confidence? Tamara: Yeah, you know, it's so interesting, and it's great that you really kinda brought that up to the surface. We don't give ourselves permission to innovate. So oftentimes...we hear this all the time, don't we? Like "Oh, they don't get it. They don't understand. They're not innovative enough." But what we forget is that we don't even give ourselves permission to innovate. So we...before we ever even say an idea out loud, we put layers of judgment on it. We say, "Well, that's not good enough. I mean who am I to share this? I don't have the experience. They'll never go for it. It'll never work. I'll sound stupid. I'll sound like I don't know what I'm talking about. Obviously, if it was a good idea, somebody else would have said it." So we talk ourselves out of bringing those ideas forward. And in doing that, we're shutting down all of that innovative thinking and keeping it inside. Yet, the question we have to ask ourselves is how do we expect to get to those breakthrough ideas or results in our work and life if we're not even giving ourselves permission to innovate? And, you know, when I keynote, I talk a lot about...we do this exercise when we're together in keynote that really brings this to life about how... It's really incredible. We self-sabotage before we even get it to the world. Steve: Right. Now, that's a great insight. If you don't mind let's talk a little about your innovator profile. I've noticed that in your information you have a unique IQE. Tell us what that is. And how can a person use it to get good results, to get innovative results that are helpful? Tamara: So the Innovation Quotient Edge or the IQE, as we call it for short, is the only proprietary tool that helps you understand how you innovate so that you can innovate on demand, so basically so you can tap your greatest asset, which is your innovative mind, as we talked about, that we all have. And part of the reason we decided to create this tool over at LaunchStreet was because we were tired of seeing people say, "I'm not innovative." It's so and so down the hall. Or "I just don't have it in me," or "I want to. It's in me, but I don't know how." And what we realized is if we can help people understand how they innovate, they're more likely to do more of it. I mean we do more of what works for us and less of what doesn't. We wanna tap our strength. And that's what this allows us to do. So we discovered there's nine triggers of innovation, and it's the combination of the top two that make your unique innovator archetype. And here is kind of the cool thing, and I'll use myself as an example. I am a risk-taker and an experiential. Those are my two things to come together for an archetype. And what that means is that the experiential side of me is I have to learn in motion. I have to innovate by doing. So if you ask me to think in theory and hypothesize and leave things on PowerPoint presentation, I shut down. And the funny part is that's how I used to work because that's how you're expected to work. That's how we're trained in our nine to five jobs to get stuff done. But I was actually working against myself, and it was showing up in my work. It wasn't innovative. I wasn't getting recognized for the value I was bringing to the table. I didn't have a strong enough voice because I wasn't playing to my strength. And then I flipped it around. Now when I build an idea out, I build it out with duct tape and scented markers because I need to see it in real life to be able to innovate. And I can now take things to the finish line. So when you understand how you innovate...it's plain and simple...you work smarter, not harder. And the cool part is if you stay in that...you know that zone we always talk about, that flow, you get to stay there longer because you're bringing that innovation to life. Steve: Well, very good. Now I'm gonna put you on the spot here, Tamara. Tamara: Uh-oh. Steve: Yeah. So what's an example? Share an example of someone that used this and the result that they got. Tamara: Yeah. Ooh, oh, this is like the Oprah question. I'm sitting on a couch, okay. So I'll give you actually an example of a company and some of the people inside their company, because there's two great examples out of this. So the company is called Footers Catering. It's one of the largest catering companies in Colorado. So they do very well. The founder, the president, Anthony, had his team take it. And two really interesting things came out of it. First, I'm gonna talk about Kara. So Kara is...one of her archetype is inquisitive. So that means she innovates by asking questions. For her innovations and the questions is not the answer. And you know her archetype because they're the one... You know them. It's 11:30. You got a quick meeting, and you're dying to get to lunch, and they're over there with their hand up like "I just have 10 more questions, just 10, I swear." But that's because they go deep. They pull back the layers of the onion and challenge assumptions. That's how they innovate. So when Kara recognized this, her team understood this about her, because they talked about their result. And now she's able to leverage that. Where before people saw it as kind of an annoyance, like "She's got 10 more questions," now she understands that's how she innovates. So she's empowered to ask the hard question, and her team understands it and actually...and expecting her to ask questions and is okay with it. So it really opened up her ability to add value to the team in a way that she wasn't able to do before. The second one is named Stephanie. And she's a futuristic. That's one of her two power triggers, which means that she's always 10 steps ahead. She's envisioning what it could be, what the possibilities are. She's solving today's challenges by creating tomorrow's opportunities. So she was in a role that was purely administrative. And she was dying on the vine. It was so hard for her. When she realized this, she and the president, Anthony, got together, and they created a new role for her where she's creating themes for their clients when they bring food to their events, whatever it is. So now she's been put in a role that's all about creating the future versus managing the past. And she is doing incredibly well. And the last I'll share with you is an entrepreneur who is outside of that realm who is a collaborative, which is all about pulling disparate people and ideas and experiences together to create innovation. And so they're all about the conversation, the team dynamic. They're very magnetic in that way, but it's because that's how they pull the data pieces together to create innovation. She had this business. She had a product. It was online. It's doing incredibly well. And she was so frustrated because she felt like this wasn't her vision, her dream. She was stuck in a silo in her house with no one to talk to. So when she realized that she was missing the thing that was feeding her soul, this collaborative innovator, she actually created an entire feedback loop with her customers. When they buy the product, they now have this opportunity to engage with her on a regular basis. Because of that, she's able to bring more and more innovation to the table because she created a business that matched how she innovates. She created a collaborative business instead of a solo business, which is what she was doing in the past. Steve: Okay. So that's excellent. So it helps both the individual and it helps the team of how to work better together. Tamara: That's exactly right. That interplay is really interesting. And what we see is when you understand how you innovate, you bring more of that to the table. And we you understand how other people innovate, you respect and seek out their opinion because now you've got a 360-degree view, different ways to tackle a challenge. The results are 10 times better. Steve: Okay. So, Tamara, what's one thing that our listeners can do right now to up their innovation quotient? Tamara: Well, the first thing I do is say go take the assessment and find out what you are. Like I said, there's nine triggers. That means there's 35 different unique combinations that could be you. If you go to gotolaunchstreet.com, that's the way to do it. But let me give your listeners, if it's okay with you, just a little something they can do right away in their everyday life that's one of my favorite innovative exercises. Can I have a minute to do that? Steve: Yes, yes. Tamara: Okay, excellent. So it's what I call geek out. So you mentioned in the very beginning that I'm a CrossFit addict, which is totally true and a knee-high sock lover. I'm wearing knee-high socks right now. I'm very proud to say. So one of the things, the challenges we have with being innovative is we look in our center, you know, in that same box with the same information with the same people over and over again, and then we don't get any result, and we get frustrated. A great way to bring innovation to your world is to go wide, go far out, and then bring that information back. The easiest way to do that is to think about how the innovative brands and products you love...how they do things and how they might solve your challenges. So for example, for me, I always think about...because I love CrossFit...how would they solve the challenge I'm having with the usability of my website. How would Southwest engage with customers in this challenge? How would Trader Joe's bring this idea [inaudible 00:24:26]. Suddenly, it becomes so easy to think differently when you put yourself in the shoes of the brands and the businesses that you love for being innovative. I mean do you have a few that you absolutely love that you could talk my ear off about? Steve: Yeah, sure. Tamara: Yeah, we all have them, right? So when you do that, it becomes super easy to be innovative because you just put yourself in their shoes. Steve: Okay. Well, that's great. I'm always amazed at how fast time goes. Our time is up. And so how can our listeners learn more about what you're doing, and how can they find out about your information? Tamara: Yeah. So the best way is to go to our website, gotolaunchstreet.com. So it's gotolaunchstreet.com. Or you can find us on social media. We're on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and it's all @LaunchStreet. Steve: Okay, that's terrific. Well, this is a great resource for people. Thank you, Tamara, for being part of our show today. Really excellent ideas. And you're just touching a lot of people. So we congratulate you on that and on making a difference in the world today. Tamara: Well, thank you for providing a platform to share with your listeners. It's a wonderful show. So I appreciate being on. Steve: Yeah, you bet. And to all of our listeners, never forget, you too make a difference every single day, your leadership, the light that you have as you work on these grows brighter and brighter, and it influences everyone around. So we congratulate you as you're in this journey as well. And I'm Steve Shallenberger with Becoming Your Best Global Leadership wishing you a great day. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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