Podcast appearances and mentions of Stephen Shapiro

In this engaging conversation, Patrick Fitzmaurice chats with Stephen Shapiro - a Hall of Fame speaker, author of 7 books, with over 20 years in leadership and innovation. They explore what it really takes to drive meaningful change in today's fast-moving world. From building a stable foundation to unleashing innovation through tools like Personality Poker, Stephen challenges conventional thinking and shares powerful insights from his latest book, Pivotal. Whether you're leading a team, a transformation, or an entire organization, this discussion will give you fresh perspective on how stability fuels innovation - and how leaders can harness both to stay ahead.Takeaways include:How to identify your organization's true differentiatorsWhy agility fails without a stable baseThe surprising role of AI in innovation strategyHow creative hobbies can fuel better leadershipWhy emotional connection beats efficiency every time#ChangeLeadership #Innovation #StephenShapiro #PivotalThinking #OrganizationalGrowth #ChangeCultivators #LeadershipStrategy #AIinBusiness

Hey there, and welcome back!If you're wondering why your feed suddenly says Personality Poker instead of Invisible Solutions, don't worry—you're in the right place.I'm Stephen Shapiro, and I wanted to personally let you know that this podcast has officially been rebranded to Personality Poker as of May 2025.So why the change?Well, Invisible Solutions was all about reframing problems—and that's still a huge part of what I do. But over time, one tool has consistently created the biggest impact in the shortest amount of time: Personality Poker.It's not just a game. It's a fast, fun, and powerful way to understand yourself, your team, and how to build collaboration that leads to real innovation.And that's what this show is all about moving forward—creating high-performing teams through better self-awareness, stronger partnerships, and smarter collaboration.So if you're a leader, a team member, or just someone who wants to work better with others—you're going to love where we're headed.Thanks for being here, and thank you for sticking with me through this exciting evolution.Be sure to follow or subscribe, because new episodes are coming soon—and we're just getting started. Learn more, play the game, and unlock your team's full potential at PersonalityPoker.comBrought to you by Stephen Shapiro—helping people and organizations create high-performing collaboration, innovation, and teams since 2001.

In this debut episode, you'll discover:♠️ What Personality Poker is—and how it's radically different from traditional personality assessments♦️ How a high-performance Formula One pit crew inspired the creation of the game♣️ Why your innovation style matters, and how it affects team dynamics and success♥️ The four phases of innovation and how they align with the four suits in a deck of cards

SummaryIn this conversation, Roger Osorio speaks with Stephen Shapiro about his journey from a consultant at Accenture to a leading expert in innovation and speaking. They discuss the evolution of Shapiro's career, the importance of publishing and selling books, and how to define value in speaking engagements. Shapiro shares insights on building innovation communities, the role of professional associations, and the concept of stability in an uncertain world as presented in his book 'Pivotal'. The conversation emphasizes the importance of meandering with purpose and connecting diverse experiences to foster creativity and innovation.TakeawaysThe journey to innovation often starts with a passion for change.Publishing a book can be a strategic move to enhance your speaking career.Selling is as important as writing when it comes to books.Value in speaking engagements is often defined by the impact made, not just the fee charged.Building a community of passionate individuals can drive innovation within organizations.Professional associations provide valuable networking opportunities for speakers.Stability in uncertain times can be achieved by focusing on what shouldn't change.Meandering with purpose allows for adaptability in personal and professional growth.Connecting diverse experiences can lead to innovative breakthroughs.Expertise can sometimes hinder true innovation; fresh perspectives are crucial.About Stephen ShapiroStephen started his innovation work over 25 years ago while launching and leading Accenture's 20,000-person innovation practice.Since then, he has written seven books on innovation, including Best Practices Are Stupid, which was named the best innovation and creativity book of 2011 by Porchlight and was an international #1 business best seller. His latest book, PIVOTAL: Creating Stability in an Uncertain World launched in June 2024. He is also the creator of Personality Poker®, a card game used worldwide to develop high-performing innovation teams. Stephen has presented at conferences in over 50 countries, and in 2015 was inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame.He is also a Senior Fellow with The Conference Board.When he's not working with organizations helping them make the impossible possible, he enjoys dabbling in magic!Links:https://www.stephenshapiro.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shapiroinnovatesSound Bites"You never know who's listening.""You need that core group.""Meander with purpose."Keywordsinnovation, reinvention, speaking career, book publishing, value definition, professional associations, stability, creativity, community building, personal growth

Have you ever wondered how to harness the power of innovation to drive business growth and effectively convey transformative ideas through engaging content? This episode of Fordify LIVE! The Business Growth Show features the renowned Stephen Shapiro, a Hall of Fame keynote speaker and innovation expert. Stephen's expertise in innovation and business growth has helped countless companies redefine their strategies and achieve competitive advantages. Stephen Shapiro has spent decades redefining the art of innovation and helping companies both big and small achieve competitive advantages through fresh thinking. In this episode, Ford Saeks and Stephen Shapiro discuss how authentic and innovative content can drive business growth. They delve into Stephen's journey from working at Accenture to becoming a leading voice in business innovation, where he now helps organizations think differently and act strategically. Stephen's business philosophy revolves around the power of asking better questions, focusing on what doesn't change, and leveraging timeless principles of innovation. These elements are crucial in today's fast-paced business environment but are often overlooked. Stephen emphasizes the importance of clarity in times of uncertainty and how his latest book, Pivotal, aims to provide stability in chaotic environments. Ford and Stephen dive into the significance of understanding the real problems businesses face versus perceived issues. By focusing on what is timeless and making larger investments in those areas, organizations can achieve greater returns. This approach builds trust and connects with audiences on a deeper level than traditional methods. By showcasing genuine success stories, businesses can create content that truly reflects their brand's impact. Their conversation also explores the practical aspects of innovation for businesses. Stephen shares insights on how his team handles the entire process, making it seamless for organizations. From managing logistics to final implementation, his approach ensures that the final product is both high-quality and delivered promptly. This efficiency allows businesses to use innovative strategies as an ongoing approach to attract and engage their audience. Stephen's approach has garnered the trust of well-known brands and has proven to be effective in enhancing their development and storytelling efforts. By focusing on the human side of business, his methods reveal insights and solutions that written words simply can't capture. This episode provides valuable insights for anyone looking to enhance their marketing efforts with authentic and innovative strategies. Anyone in the business industry looking to enhance their marketing efforts with authentic innovation will find valuable insights in this episode. You'll discover how to effectively use strategic thinking to communicate your brand's story and connect with your audience on a deeper level. Watch the full interview on YouTube. Don't miss future episodes! Join Fordify LIVE! every Wednesday at 11 AM Central on your favorite social platforms and catch The Business Growth Show Podcast every Thursday for a weekly dose of business growth wisdom. About the Guest Stephen Shapiro is a renowned Hall of Fame speaker known for his expertise in innovation culture, collaboration, and open innovation. He has delivered keynote speeches and advisory services to some of the world's most prominent organizations, including NASA, Marriott, 3M, Procter & Gamble, and USAA. Stephen's dynamic and high-energy presentations inspire teams to rethink their approach to business challenges and foster a culture of innovation. With a background at Accenture, where he co-led the business process reengineering practice, Stephen founded and led a 20,000-person process and innovation practice focused on growth and job creation. He has authored several influential books on innovation, including 24/7 Innovation, Goal-Free Living, The Little Book of Big Innovation Ideas, Personality Poker, Best Practices are Stupid, and Invisible Solutions. Stephen continues to be a sought-after speaker and advisor, helping organizations around the globe enhance their innovation capabilities and achieve sustainable growth. Learn more about Stephen Shapiro at StephenShapiro.com. About Ford Saeks Ford Saeks, a Business Growth Accelerator with over 20 years of experience, has redefined the formula for success, generating over a billion dollars in sales worldwide for companies ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500s. As the President and CEO of Prime Concepts Group, Inc., Ford specializes in helping businesses attract loyal and repeat customers, expand brand awareness, and ignite innovation. A tenacious and innovative powerhouse, Ford has founded over ten companies, authored five books, been awarded three U.S. patents, and received numerous industry awards. His expertise extends to AI prompt engineering, where he is renowned for training AI to craft compelling content that drives engagement and results. Ford recently showcased this expertise at the prestigious “Unleash AI for Business Summit,” discussing how ChatGPT is revolutionizing operations, marketing & sales, and the customer experience. Learn more about Ford Saeks at ProfitRichResults.com and watch his TV Show at Fordify.tv.

Welcome to episode #950 of Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast. Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast - Episode #950. My good friend, Stephen Shapiro, is not one to take the standard approach to anything. As the former leader of Accenture's business process reengineering practice, he realized that optimizing business efficiency was leading to layoffs - a direction he didn't want to pursue. So, instead of continuing on that path, Stephen pivoted. He built Accenture's 20,000-person innovation practice and refocused his efforts on growth and job creation. From there, Stephen became a full-time speaker and author, helping organizations from 3M to Nike rethink how they tackle innovation. In our latest conversation (he has been on the show multiple times), Stephen shares insights from his new book, Pivotal - Creating Stability In An Uncertain World. It's all about anchoring yourself in what shouldn't change, even as everything else spins around. He likens it to a basketball pivot - one foot stays planted while the other moves, creating both stability and flexibility. Stephen argues that, too often, businesses are caught chasing the next shiny thing, while what truly matters gets neglected. Instead of scattering resources, Stephen suggests that organizations focus on deepening their core strengths and identifying their differentiators. It's the planted foot - the foundation - that holds the key to long-term success. We also discuss the importance of creating a culture that supports slow, thoughtful innovation, rather than the kind of chaotic sprinting that leaves teams burned out. Companies like Apple are great examples, doubling down on services and ecosystems that reinforce their unique strengths. Stephen emphasized that the best innovation isn't always fast - it's about having the patience to focus on the right direction. He is also the author of many other books (here are two other that I love: Invisible Solutions, Best Practices Are Stupid) and his game, Personality Poker. Enjoy the conversation... Running time: 1:01:44. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Six Pixels of Separation. Feel free to connect to me directly on Facebook here: Mitch Joel on Facebook. Check out ThinkersOne. or you can connect on LinkedIn. ...or on Twitter. Here is my conversation with Stephen Shapiro. Pivotal - Creating Stability In An Uncertain World. Invisible Solutions. Best Practices Are Stupid. Personality Poker. Follow Stephen on LinkedIn. Follow Stephen on YouTube. This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'. Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction. (02:44) - Innovate Where You Differentiate. (05:29) - The Four Ds of Innovation. (10:37) - Navigating Trends and Placing Bets. (36:36) - The Role of Culture in Driving Innovation. (38:52) - The Importance of Slow Innovation. (49:49) - Embracing Distinctive, Desirable, and Durable Qualities.(52:29) - Creating Value and Delivering Memorable Experiences.

The only constant thing in life is change, and that's why mastering innovation is a must in the business world. But how can you innovate when it comes to things that do not ever change? Penny Zenker answers this question with speaker and author Stephen Shapiro. They discuss the 5 Ds of differentiation to make your business constantly relevant in a market full of uncertain and ever-changing trends. Stephen also discusses why differentiation goes beyond tangible products and explains his concept of goal-free living.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast

Stephen Shapiro: Engineering a Speaking Business Stephen Shapiro is an engineer turned renowned speaker and consultant who helps organizations cultivate a culture of innovation and creative problem-solving. With a dynamic and engaging style, he delivers practical strategies to drive business growth and transformation. For those of who are considering becoming speakers, you probably have a lot of questions. How do you get speaking engagements? How do you figure out pricing? How do you make the jump to full time speaker? So many questions, so let's see what Stephen has to say. To get in touch with Jamie, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/shapiroinnovates/. __ TEACH THE GEEK (http://teachthegeek.com) Subscribe and rate on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Follow @teachthegeek (Twitter) and @_teachthegeek_ (IG) Get Public Speaking Tips for STEM Professionals at http://teachthegeek.com/tips.

Join us on the xMonks Drive for an enlightening conversation with Stephen Shapiro, author of "Best Practices Are Stupid" "Pivotal" and many more bestsellers.Discover 40 innovative strategies that challenge conventional thinking. Stephen redefines innovation, emphasizing relevance over quantity of ideas. He shares a powerful basketball analogy, highlighting the importance of a stable foundation—the "planted foot"—in business pivots.We also dive into midlife crises, exploring how staying connected to foundational experiences can prevent stagnation. Stephen's approach of "meandering with purpose" offers a fresh perspective on navigating life's twists and turns.Tune in for insights that will transform your approach to both business and personal growth. Click to listen now and unlock the secrets to innovation and purposeful living!Follow us on our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xmonks.ecosystem/Follow me On YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHsytOG-7i57hrSwB7fNkcwFollow me On LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gauravaroragrv/

Master innovation during uncertainty! Stephen Shapiro's Pivotal teaches you to create stability while embracing change. Learn his secrets to business success in a chaotic world. For more, visit the blog posts: https://frankbuck.org/stephen-shapiro/

Would you like to learn how to create stability in your organization while the tech landscape is constantly changing? Today's guest, Stephen Shapiro, will share his insights and experiences about using “Pivotal Strategies” to strengthen your tech company.  Stephen is a leading keynote speaker, author, and advisor on innovation.  He has two decades of practical innovation experience, including a 15-year tenure at Accenture, where he created and led a 20,000-person innovation practice. Stephen has just released a new book titled “Pivotal: Creating Stability in an Uncertain World.”  Today he will be sharing some insights from his latest book and the motivation behind the book. Stephen talks about the importance of understanding your organization's unique strengths and leveraging them as differentiators.  He suggests “doubling down” on what sets you apart to create maximum impact and value. During our conversation, Stephen also explains that pivoting is essential, but it's equally important to ensure a stable foundation.  Excessive pivoting can lead to burnout, confusion, and lack of alignment within your organization. Today on the Tech Leader Talk podcast: - Using a basketball metaphor to illustrate the concept of pivoting - Negative impact of excessive change in the workplace - Identifying your differentiators - Pivoting with purpose - How to create stability in an uncertain world "Instead of trying to figure out what's next, what do you do great that you should double down on."  Stephen Shapiro Stephen's new book: Pivotal: Creating Stability in an Uncertain World - https://www.amazon.com/Pivotal-Creating-Stability-Uncertain-World-ebook/dp/B0CW1C6HKX Connect with Stephen Shapiro: Website:  https://stephenshapiro.com/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/shapiroinnovates/ Thanks for listening! Be sure to get your free copy of Steve's latest book, Cracking the Patent Code, and discover his proven system for identifying and protecting your most valuable inventions. Get the book at https://stevesponseller.com/book.

Hear the perspectives of 3 of Carbondale's past mayors. Curated by Historical Society Board President, Stephen Shapiro. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carbondale/message

Stephen Shapiro cultivates innovation by showing leaders and their teams how to approach, tackle and solve their business challenges. Applying the knowledge he has accrued over decades in the industry, Stephen is able to see what others can't: opportunities to improve innovation models and the cultures that support them. The first innovation opportunity Stephen spotted was the opportunity to innovate within his own life. Halfway through his 15-year tenure at Accenture, while co-leading the company's business process reengineering practice (focused on business efficiency), he realized he no longer wanted to be responsible for people losing their jobs. So he did exactly the opposite by building Accenture's thriving 20,000-person process and innovation practice focused on growth and job creation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shaun-jay/support

“You have to live spherically—in many directions. Never lose your childish enthusiasm—and things will come your way.” —Federico Fellini This week's delightful guest, Madeleine Dore, reminded me of this wonderful quote while reading her book, one that I know you will love as much as I did: I Didn't Do The Thing Today: Letting Go of Productivity Guilt. We talk about widening the measure and meaning of a day beyond our to-do lists, discovering the call of a new topic, shaping a big idea “blob of clay,” how she collects all the great quotes and stories for her book, why she sees herself as more of a guinea pig than an expert (and freelancer valuing independence even more than business owner), and how she decides when to sunset a project, rather than “maintaining something at all costs.” This crossover episode originally aired on the Free Time podcast on April 25, 2023. More About Madeleine: Madeleine Dore is a writer and interviewer exploring how we can broaden the definition of a day well spent. As a labor of love, Madeleine spent over five years asking creative thinkers how they navigate their days on her popular blog Extraordinary Routines and podcast Routines & Ruts. The lessons culminated in her first book, I Didn't Do The Thing Today: Letting Go of Productivity Guilt. Madeleine continues to write, speak and ask questions—but mostly tries to hold things lightly.

“You have to live spherically—in many directions. Never lose your childish enthusiasm—and things will come your way.” —Federico Fellini This week's delightful guest, Madeleine Dore, reminded me of this wonderful quote while reading her book, one that I know you will love as much as I did: I Didn't Do The Thing Today: Letting Go of Productivity Guilt. We talk about widening the measure and meaning of a day beyond our to-do lists, discovering the call of a new topic, shaping a big idea “blob of clay,” how she collects all the great quotes and stories for her book, why she sees herself as more of a guinea pig than an expert (and freelancer valuing independence even more than business owner), and how she decides when to sunset a project, rather than “maintaining something at all costs.” More About Madeleine: Madeleine Dore is a writer and interviewer exploring how we can broaden the definition of a day well spent. As a labor of love, Madeleine spent over five years asking creative thinkers how they navigate their days on her popular blog Extraordinary Routines and podcast Routines & Ruts. The lessons culminated in her first book, I Didn't Do The Thing Today: Letting Go of Productivity Guilt. Madeleine continues to write, speak and ask questions—but mostly tries to hold things lightly.

IN EPISODE 128: Innovation isn't about producing more ideas. It's about focusing more on the right ideas. In Episode 95, innovation expert Stephen Shapiro provides a roadmap for achieving breakthrough innovation by revealing the invisible solutions that are hiding in plain sight. He outlines a four-part process to create new ideas ("FAST") and how organizations can become future-ready innovators by reframing problems, asking the right questions and broadening their range of expertise. From baggage carousels to cardiology breakthroughs, Stephen explains how the biggest innovations are right in front of us - if we're willing to reveal them.  ABOUT STEPHEN SHAPIRO: Stephen Shapiro helps leaders and their teams cultivate innovation by building the models and cultures that support breakthrough ideas and solutions. Stephen formerly led a 20,000 person innovation practice for Accenture, has worked with major brands like Nike, P&G, Microsoft and 3M, was inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame, and is the author of six books, most recently: ⁠Invisible Solutions: 25 Lenses that Reframe and Help Solve Difficult Business Problems.⁠ LINKS: ⁠Website ⁠| ⁠Book

Stephen discussed key strategies to innovating any company, including: Why is asking for ideas a BAD thing!?  Expertise is the enemy of innovation. Huh?? Innovate better for YOUR company (ask the right questions…experiment better…) 

Stephen Shapiro is a quintessential Free Timer. Throughout his 20+ year self-employment tenure, he has run a variety of experiments to optimize for freedom and joy. To name just a few: working one hour a day (for years!), clearing space for 15 weeks of travel and/or vacation each year, and week-long hotel stays for focused work sprints.  We also talk about the “existential meltdown” that led to a business model redesign, and why he doesn't need or want to build a team right now, beyond an extended network of specialists, and why he'd rather sell 10 copies of his next book to the right readers (potential clients) than 10,000 copies to the masses. More About Stephen Shapiro: Stephen cultivates innovation by showing leaders and their teams how to approach, tackle and solve their business challenges. He sees what others can't: opportunities to improve innovation models and the cultures that support them. He is the author of six books, including Goal-Free Living, The Little Book of Big Innovation Ideas, Personality Poker, Best Practices are Stupid, and his latest, Invisible Solutions: 25 Lenses that Reframe and Help Solve Difficult Business Problems.

In this episode I speak with Stephen Shapiro, international speaker on innovation, creator of the innovation practice at Accenture and author of, "Invisible Solutions,," and saxophonist whose wakeup call was realizing his love for performing and focusing on giving his audiences what they want and need to make their lives better. https://stephenshapiro.com/

Dark Side of the Library Podcast Episode #78: Dark Adult Non-Fiction Coming Out September 2022  (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you)   American Demon: Eliot Ness and the Hunt for America's Jack the Ripper, by Daniel Stashower (Sep 6) https://amzn.to/3PzqhlO   The Art of Darkness: A Treasury of the Morbid, Melancholic and Macabre, by S. Elizabeth (Sep 6) https://amzn.to/3xHDkeY   The Art and Making of The Boys, by Peter Aperlo  (Sep 27) https://amzn.to/3B6BLcD   The Book of Mysteries of the Unexplained, by Publications International Ltd.  (Sep 1) https://amzn.to/3RInPeO   The Book of Phobias and Manias: A History of Obsession, by Kate Summerscale (Sep 27) https://amzn.to/3OPO0xy Burn a Black Candle: An Italian-American Grimoire, by Dee Norman (Sep 13) https://amzn.to/3OVKu4E   Death for Dinner Cookbook: 60 Gorey-Good, Plant-Based Drinks, Meals, and Munchies Inspired by Your Favorite Horror Films, by Zach Neil (Sep 6) https://amzn.to/3xnqPUH   Decolonizing the Undead: Rethinking Zombies in World-Literature, Film, and Media, by Stephen Shapiro (and others) (Sep 22) https://amzn.to/3ztNGim Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Embroidery, by Thunder Bay Press (Sep 2022) https://amzn.to/3A3EuTv   A Haunted History of Invisible Women: True Stories of America's Ghosts, by Leanna Renee Hieber and Andrea James (Sep 27) https://amzn.to/3oJwEIa An Illustrated History of Ghosts, by Adam Allsuch Boardman (Sep 6) https://amzn.to/3BGeLBK   The Little Book of Horrors: A Celebration of the Spookiest Night of the Year, by Orange Hippo (Sep 6) https://amzn.to/3tx75N1 Masters of Make-Up Effects: A Century of Practical Magic, by Howard Berger (Author), Marshall Julius  (Author), & 2 more, by Howard Berger (Author), Marshall Julius  (Author), & 2 more (Sep 13)  https://amzn.to/3aTKm7V   Moonage Daydream: The Life & Times of Ziggy Stardust, by David Bowie (Author), Mick Rock (Photographer) (Sep 20) https://amzn.to/3coe8lx   The Stephen King Ultimate Companion: A Complete Exploration of His Work, Life, and Influences, by Bev Vincent ( Sep 13) https://amzn.to/3RESXf8   The Tarot Spellbook: 78 Witchy Ways to Use Your Tarot Deck for Magick and Manifestation, by Sam Magdaleno (Sep 13) https://amzn.to/3bvg77x   The United States of Cryptids: A Tour of American Myths and Monsters, by J. W. Ocker  (Sep 27) https://amzn.to/3INHENT   Werewolf Pack Magick: A Shapeshifter's Book of Shadows, by Denny Sargent (Sep 8) https://amzn.to/3vEYc54   What Remains: Life, Death and the Human Art of Undertaking, by Rupert Callender (Sep 15) https://amzn.to/3zmslr2   The Witch's Cookbook: 50 Wickedly Delicious Witchcraft-Inspired Recipes, by Fortuna Noir (Sep 13) https://amzn.to/3vC7ij2   Follow Dark Side of the Library on Facebook and on Instagram! And our Amazon Live Channel! Dark Side of the Library Website

This is the premiere of Season 6 of THE DEAL WITH DANNY BROWN.  Our guest today is Stephen Shapiro, the co-founder of Westside Estates Agency which is a powerful high end boutique brokerage.  He co-founded WEA with Kurt Rappaport, who is arguably the highest producing residential agent in the history of real estate.   For the past 40 years Stephen has been a dominating force in the ultra high end housing market in Los Angeles.  He is a trusted advisor to many billionaires and high profile clients and has been instrumental in some of the most significant ultra high end sales in Beverly Hills, Bel-Air and Malibu including the Brad Grey estate on Carolwood for $72M, the Casey Wasserman Estate on Foothill for $70M and the exclusive Bel-Air Hotel which sold for $250M.  He been involved with so many high profile deals it would be hard to count them all.  Stephen is a true master of his craft and has seen it all and done it all at the highest level.  In this episode, we discuss his view on large teams losing touch with their customers, and the ridiculous culture of TV real estate agents and social media wannabes.  You will also hear the behind the scenes dirt on some of the largest, high profile real estate deals in the history of Los Angeles.  You do not want to miss this episode!  School is in session.     www.weahomes.com   @stephenshapirohomes   @dannybrownla   www.dannybrownla.com

IN EPISODE 95: Innovation isn't about producing more ideas. It's about focusing more on the right ideas. In Episode 95, innovation expert Stephen Shapiro provides a roadmap for achieving breakthrough innovation by revealing the invisible solutions that are hiding in plain sight. He outlines a four-part process to create new ideas ("FAST") and how organizations can become future-ready innovators by reframing problems, asking the right questions and broadening their range of expertise. From baggage carousels to cardiology breakthroughs, Stephen explains how the biggest innovations are right in front of us - if we're willing to reveal them. ABOUT STEPHEN SHAPIRO: Stephen Shapiro helps leaders and their teams cultivate innovation by building the models and cultures that support breakthrough ideas and solutions. Stephen formerly led a 20,000 person innovation practice for Accenture, has worked with major brands like Nike, P&G, Microsoft and 3M, was inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame, and is the author of six books, most recently: Invisible Solutions: 25 Lenses that Reframe and Help Solve Difficult Business Problems. LINKS: Website | Book

Tom Fox asks Stephen Shapiro what makes him so passionate about innovation. He replies, “It is the key for economic growth for companies, for individuals and society.” Twenty-five years ago, Stephen launched a successful innovation practice at Accenture that focused on value creation and growth. He left Accenture in 2001, but his ongoing work is still all about innovation. Tom Fox welcomes him to this week's show to discuss his patented FAST innovation process.  FAST Innovation Tom asks Stephen to describe his FAST innovation approach. Processes need to be repeatable and predictable, Stephen says. FAST stands for Focus, Ask, Shift and Test. People usually think of the mass production of ideas and suggestions when they think about innovation. However, true innovation requires you to determine where to focus your limited energy and resources on what is most important. Then, ask more goal-specific questions that would enable you to deliver better solutions. Finally, test these solutions to bring them to market. Culture of Innovation How do you build a culture of innovation, Tom asks Stephen. How did you build it in a massive company like Accenture? Culture is important because that becomes the norms, beliefs, and behaviors that people take on, Stephen replies. Most companies are on one of three levels: they see innovation either as an event, a process, or a system. A culture of innovation allows employees to work more flexibly as they know the rules and how to execute them seamlessly. Asking Better Questions “Innovation isn't about the idea, it's not about the solution; it's actually about the value it ultimately creates,” Stephen tells listeners. He is passionate about creating something of value and then selling it in a way that people become excited about it. He tells Tom about the books he authored and highlights key takeaways from his recent book Invisible Solutions. The book is based on a tool that Stephen developed; “its purpose is to help people stop looking for answers and to look for better questions,” he remarks. The process of reframing allows you to look at the problem from a different angle. Better questions lead to better solutions. Talent Acquisition and Retention Stephen's white paper, How We Created a 20,000-Person Culture of Innovation at Accenture… and You Can Do It Too, advocates training masters and having them push the innovation message throughout the organization. Innovation -and compliance- has to be for people by people, Tom and Stephen agree. Hiring strategy is part and parcel of this. Hire for divergent thinking, Stephen advises. “People have different perspectives, different experiences, different personalities and when we embrace that and appreciate what each person brings to the table, then we can create a powerful culture of innovation.” If your company creates a culture of innovation with strong values, you'll attract and keep top-level talent. People prefer to work at companies where it feels like their work matters and their individual, unique talents are recognized and appreciated. They want to work for companies where they are evaluated based on their skill set and are rewarded appropriately. Read full show notes at Innovation in Compliance. Resources  Stephen Shapiro | LinkedIn | Twitter  Website | Personality Poker | Invisible Solutions  White Paper: How We Created a 20,000-Person Culture of Innovation at Accenture… and You Can Do It Too

As a leading keynote speaker, author, and advisor on innovation, Stephen Shapiro has developed a proven approach for increasing speed, reducing risk, and improving innovation Return On Investment tenfold. For the past 20 years, Stephen has been helping organizations accelerate the way they innovate by helping them create a culture of innovation at 24/7 Innovation. In 2020, Stephen founded the Invisible Solutions Institute, which provides powerful tools, processes, and frameworks for creating a culture of innovation and instilling a systematic approach to problem-solving. Shapiro turns heads, opens minds, and captivates audiences with his provocative results-focused content. He has shared his message in over 50 countries, and his work has been featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, and many more top-rated news outlets. For any organization that requires rapid and predictable change – from developing new products/services to creating new business models – Stephen's challenge-centered philosophy promises to accelerate innovation. Read the show notes here: https://arcbound.com/podcasts/  Links: Homepage: Arcbound.com Services/Work with Us: https://arcbound.com/work-with-us/ About: https://arcbound.com/about/ Founders Corner: https://arcbound.com/category/founders-corner/ Connect: https://arcbound.com/connect/

It's time to continue the rewind and our 40 Speaking Lessons from 400 Episodes series for Episode 402 of The Speaker Lab Podcast! For Part 3 we are looking back at 10 more incredible lessons from our very own podcast guests. Living out the lessons shared by these seasoned speakers will not only strengthen you as a speaker but take your business and vision for the future to the next level. It's time to add to your list from Episodes 400 and 401! As you set your goals and put in the sweat equity, these pillars of success will help guide your way! Whether you're just starting, or need a refresh on what will set you apart in the industry, this episode is for you. Enjoy! Here are 10 (more!) key lessons to help you become a better speaker: 21. Harness the power of the freedom compass (Michael Hyatt, Ep. 246) 22. A strong personal brand will set you apart from the competition (Rick Clemons, Ep. 241) 23. There's no magic solution to get in front of event planners (Josh McGhee, Ep. 245) 24. Why you have to lovingly punch your audience in the gut (Todd Henry, Ep. 224) 25. It's important to craft an experience for your audience (Stephen Shapiro, Ep. 179) 26. Be okay with sharing the real you (Michael Barber, Ep. 195) 27. Exposure is the key to success (Matthew Kimberly, Ep. 273) 28. How to prepare right before you get on stage (Melanie Deziel, Ep. 192) 29. Show your audience you're an expert, not just a speaker (Thomas Frank, Ep. 214) 30. There's a difference between being a good baker and running a good bakery (Erick Rheam, Ep. 247) Don't miss our book giveaway! We're giving away 40 copies of The Successful Speaker to celebrate 400 episodes. CLICK HERE and enter your info to get started!

A single keynote won't incite change, but it can start the ball rolling. Companies are starting to demand programs that take a keynote's lessons deeper, investing resources in building long term relationships with thought leadership. To discuss the way keynote speaking has changed since the onset of COVID-19, I've invited two of the best speakers in the business to share their insights and talk about how they've navigated this new era of thought leadership speaking.  David Burkus is a best-selling author of Lead From Anywhere: The Essential Guide to Managing Remote Teams and internationally renowned keynote speaker, using forward thinking ideas to help leaders and teams do their best work. Stephen Shapiro is the author of Invisible Solutions: 25 Lenses that Reframe and Help Solve Difficult Business Problems, and a Hall of Fame Speaker helping organizations keep up with the increasing pace of change. David and Stephen share how they've changed their keynote services to meet the needs of a remote clientele, and what it's like to have their business moving to more than 50% non-speaking generated revenue. They share how they are creating webinars, master classes, and certification programs, that take the ideas in their keynote and make them have a longer lasting effect. We discuss the benefits of virtual speaking, such as no longer being restricted by travel and time zones, as well as being able to offer bookended solutions that make a good keynote serve as an introduction to an ongoing engagement - instead of the end of one. In addition, we look at the drawbacks of being remote, such as difficulties networking and building community. Our guests offer great insight into how to create long lasting relationships through gamification, competition, and other online tools. This conversation offers incredible information on pushing your keynote beyond a single transaction, and into a long-lasting relationship! Three Key Takeaways: * Build your keynote as a bookended experience, using speaking as a lead-in to a multiple-week challenge, and adding a debrief at the end in order to create greater engagement. * Companies want more than an inspiring keynote. They want thought leadership that will take your insights and ideas and make them actionable for every employee. * You can create networking and community in virtual thought leadership events by providing tools that allow the audience to engage with the content, and each other both during and after the event.

On this episode of Zer0 Books Archives, Will and Craig of Acid Horizon are joined by Stephen Shapiro and Philip Barnard to discuss their translation of Guery's and Deluele's The Productive Body. The Productive Body was a remarkably influential text that was foundational to Foucault's treatment of the body in works such as Discipline and Punish. Yet, it remained relatively unknown in the anglophone world. This book attempts to unpack Marx's conception of the division of labor, large-scale industry, and cooperation with the goal showing how capitalist production breaks down the body and reformulates it, producing something new and essential – the productive body.Support Zer0 Books on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/zerobooksSubscribe: http://bit.ly/SubZeroBooksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZeroBooks/Twitter: https://twitter.com/zer0books-----Other links:The book: https://www.johnhuntpublishing.com/zer0-books/our-books/productive-bodyWill's blog: http://www.revoltingbodies.comCheck out the projects of some of the new contributors to Zer0 Books:Acid HorizonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/acidhorizonpo...iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/acidhorizonMerch: crit-drip.comProfane IlluminationsTwitter: https://twitter.com/profaneshowThe Horror VanguardPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/horrorvanguardiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Buddies Without OrgansWebsite: https://buddieswithout.org/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...Xenogothic: https://xenogothic.com/

From a young age, we're all taught that setting and achieving goals is the way to live a happy and fulfilling life. Stephen Shapiro says that this stops us from enjoying life right now, only to later discover that our achievements rarely create lasting fulfillment. How can you ditch your goals and enjoy life where you are while still being successful and pursuing your passions? Take a listen to find out. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

MIDI Medical Product Development's CEO, Gregory Montalbano speaks with Stephen Shapiro from eHealth Ventures. Steve is the co-founder of eHealth Ventures which is a consortium of world-class health care organizations and investors looking for disruptive digital health companies. After four years eHealth Ventures, located in Tel Aviv Israel, has become one of the world's top leading global incubators, currently supporting fourteen innovative digital health start-ups and emerging companies. Steve is a pioneer in the computer service, wireless, social media, and digital health sectors with a long history and experience ranging from start-up to successful exit. On this podcast, Greg and Steve will be discussing in detail what eHealth Ventures is all about.

The PHD aka Stephen Shapiro aka Max Shapiro's real estate titan father takes Jordan and Max on an all day Westlake Village eating adventure filled with lemon sushi rolls, bacon cornbread in a skillet, a surprising pepperoni pizza, and the cutest Italian butter cakes you ever did see. Plus, Jordan learns about the Sherman Oaks housing market, Stephen learns about his son's sex life, and Max deals with not being able to enjoy the fruits of Stephen's labor.

If you're a consultant or member of a C-suite, you take a different approach to writing a book than an academic or fiction writer. Your primary goals are to increase your business and to help your clients increase theirs. That means you need to see your book not as an end product but as one aspect of your overall business strategy. You want to implement a holistic approach that integrates innovative business tools with a book's content. Traditional and hybrid publishers published Steven Shapiro's books. He also published independently and is an expert on leading from a holistic perspective. He's a generalist in the best sense, for he brings what he's learned from a range of businesses to each new consulting position. Unlike some authors, who move from subject to subject in each new book, Stephen advises going deeper in a way that creates more value for the reader. He also feels strongly that a book's purpose is not about royalties; it is about impact. A book's impact has a ripple effect on all the other services and products one offers. If you want to explore the possibility of getting the maximum impact from a book and build your business, study this podcast carefully. Listen in to this episode of Writing to Get Business to discover • How can an author best choose between traditional, independent, and hybrid publishing? • What are the advantages of writing and publishing books for particular clients? • Why can a brand color be a powerful marketing tool? • What are the three basic realms of products and services? • When is it better to create a new product instead of a new book? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the Jeffs talk with Stephen Shapiro, a 2015 Speaker Hall of Fame inductee and author of six books. Listen as they dig into can't-miss topics for innovation, including: Stephen's five categories and 25 lenses for reframing problems and challengesGetting a company culture of innovation to stickThe differences between open innovation and external innovationStephen ShapiroFollow Us on Facebook, Instagram, or TwitterGet in touch InnovationJunkie.com 

On today's episode, we look into ways of "cloning" someone digitally. In particular, we discuss how to take the knowledge from someone's brain and convert it into workable tools. The  problem statement we start with is, "How can we create software that is so great that customers will be mad if we take it away?"My guest problem solver is Adam Leffert, a freelance, C#,  .Net Software Architect and Developer based in the Boston area. And he is the creator of the Invisible Solutions® Tools.We use the Invisible Solutions® Lenses Chatbot as an example. This conversational tool asks you questions that walk you through the process of finding the best lenses to apply to your problem. We discuss the design principles behind the tool and then we use the lenses to identify ways to enhance the software.The lenses we primarily used are:#14: EMOTION - What emotion do we want people to feel? In this case, anger if the software is taken away.#6: ANALOGY - Who else has solved a similar problem? How do medical chat bots help diagnose illnesses?#3: REDUCE - What if we reduced the size of the problem set? What if instead of focusing on all 25 lenses, how can we go deeper into the 10 lenses that are used most often and have the widest applicability? This is related to lens #1: LEVERAGE.#11: RESEQUENCE - How can we change the timing of the work? How can we get input earlier in the process of developing the software? How can we communicate asynchronously?#24: VARIATIONS - Instead of designing for the exception, how can we design to handle the exception?#4: ELIMINATE - What can we remove from the software to make it easier to use and/or easier to develop?Learn more about the Invisible Solutions® Tools and take advantage of trial access to the Lens Browser. The Chat Bot that we discussed during this episode is still under development.To download the lenses, go to www.GetTheLenses.com 

In today's episode, we're chatting with Stephen Shapiro about innovation and how it applies to not only full-blown organizations but also expert-based businesses. Innovation at its core is all about a cultural change and asking yourself the right questions. Stephen shares with us his lessons, trials, and triumphs navigating the world of an expert, sheds light on his business model, and shares how his 25 lenses can help smoke out the simplest, innovative ideas that lead to the largest results. If you're looking to go deeper in your business and with your clients while always staying on the cutting-edge of innovation, this episode is for you. Enjoy! Show Notes: ✅ Learn More about Stephen here: https://stephenshapiro.com/ ✅ Get Access to Stephen's Book, Invisible Solutions: https://stephenshapiro.com/invisible-solutions/

As the world continues to change, have you or your organization stopped to think about the principles of innovation? How are you viewing the opportunities and challenges ahead of you? Are you using the right lens? This week we speak with an Innovation Instigator and author Stephen Shapiro about the important principles of innovation. Link to Stephen's book: https://www.amazon.com/Invisible-Solutions-Difficult-Business-Problems/dp/164543186X Our music was provided by Bevin Luna you can find her music at www.bevinluna.com or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jgPLib9fuDaiPMouc8cLN?si=d6llCQ-wQ22SaGIe5FDD9g

In this episode we chat to Stephen L. Shapiro from University of South Carolina about how regulation influences the behaviour of daily fantasy sports and sport gambling consumers.We discuss the article Stephen and co-authors Joris Drayer and Brendan Dwyer published about the topic "An examination of consumer reactance to daily fantasy sport and sport gambling regulatory restrictions". 

Stephen M. Shapiro started his innovation journey when he founded and led a 20,000 person process and innovation practice during his 15 year tenure at Accenture. Since leaving the consulting firm, he has authored six books on innovation, including Best Practices are Stupid. He also developed Personality Poker®, a powerful card game that helps create high-performing teams. He is a regular columnist for Inc.com. He has presented to audiences in 50 countries and in 2015, he was inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame. In his spare time, he geeks out on magic. In this ‘Expert Interview' – Stephen shared with Phil and Inner Circle members how to innovate and find ways to be at the cutting edge of the hearing care industry by applying different lenses to the problems and opportunities we face. Highlights: “It's not about change for change's sake. It's not about novelty for novelty's sake.” “It really is about moving the organization in a way that keeps you relevant in the minds of your customers, your clients, consumers, so that at the end of the day you have a valuable proposition to the market.” “If we had more data, what would we do with that data to help us target people that are at risk that don't even know they're at risk yet?” “Even during recessions, those premium products, those premium services always excel. And in fact, we find that in some cases they do even better in tough economic times.” Visit Stephen's website: https://stephenshapiro.com Buy Stephen's book: https://www.amazon.com/Invisible-Solutions-Difficult-Business-Problems/dp/164543186X If you'd like to read the full highlights, check out this article on the Orange & Gray website: https://orange-gray.com/stephen-shapiros-advice-on-how-to-innovate-be-at-the-cutting-edge-of-the-hearing-care-industry/ Find out more about how “Inner Circle” members are transforming their hearing care practice with the help of the Orange & Gray team: https://orange-gray.com/inner-circle/

Many people advise us to think about our destination, our end-goal, that sometimes, we miss out on the many opportunities that come our way. The author of Invisible Solutions, Stephen Shapiro, joins John Livesay in this episode to share with us the different lenses he's created to allow us to see the solutions that are right in front of our face but are in fact invisible. One to emphasize how we should focus on the direction we're going, he tells us some great insights, tips, and tricks towards becoming a lot more successful—from the importance of branding to learning how to ask the right questions. He also shares what a performance paradox is about and how we can use it to our best advantage.

The following is a conversation between Steven Shapiro, Author of Invisible Solutions: 25 Lenses that Reframe and Help Solve Difficult Business Problems, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving. To find better solutions, you need to first ask better questions because the questions you ask will determine which solutions you'll see, and which ones will remain hidden. That is a topic of a fascinating new book by Stephen Shapiro, titled Invisible Solutions: 25 Lenses that Reframe and Help Solve Difficult Business Problems.

Full Transcript Below Jenn DeWall: Hi, everyone. Welcome to The Leadership Habit podcast. It's your host Jenn DeWall. And in today's episode, we interview innovation thought leader Stephen Shapiro. You might remember him from a past episode that we did about a year ago, but for the refresh, Stephen cultivates innovation by showing leaders and […] The post Episode 46: Find the Invisible Solutions to Innovation Challenges with Stephen Shapiro appeared first on Crestcom International.

Amir talks with speaker, author, and advisor, Stephen Shapiro, about different ways we can proactively approach innovation by asking better questions to find “invisible” solutions to seemingly unsolvable problems. For more: theghannadgroup.com/blog/ttlpodcast-098Guest LinksWebsite: stephenshapiro.com/Book(s): stephenshapiro.com/books/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shapiroinnovatesFacebook: facebook.com/ShapiroinnovatesTwitter: twitter.com/stephenshapiroYouTube: youtube.com/user/247innovation——————————The Transformative LeaderWebsite: theghannadgroup.com/Buy the book: theghannadgroup.com/store/the-transformative-leaderCulture Transformation Guide (FREE): theghannadgroup.com/culture-ebookLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/aaghannad/Facebook: www.facebook.com/AmirGhannad/Twitter: twitter.com/AmirGhannadEmail: amir@theghannadgroup.comThe Transformative Leader PodcastWebpage: theghannadgroup.com/podcastEmail (guest inquiries welcome): naveed@theghannadgroup.com

Stephen Shapiro offers expert advice for shifting your thinking to uncover innovative solutions. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The biggest red flag in problem-solving2) How to work with—not around—constraints3) How an emphasis on solutions hinders usSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep589 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT STEPHEN — For over 20 years, Stephen Shapiro has presented his provocative strategies on innovation to audiences in 50 countries. During his 15-year tenure with the consulting firm Accenture, he led a 20,000-person innovation practice. He is the author of six books, including his latest: Invisible Solutions: 25 Lenses that Reframe and Help Solve Difficult Business Problems. His Personality Poker® system has been used around the world to create high-performing innovation teams. In 2015 he was inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame. • Stephen's book: Invisible Solutions: 25 Lenses that Reframe and Help Solve Difficult Business Problems • Stephen's website: InvisibleSolutionsBook.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Tool: SaneBox • Book: The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement by Eliyahu Goldratt • Book: Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman! (Adventures of a Curious Character) by Richard Feynman • Past episode: 410: The Scientific Way to Find, Filter, and Fast-Track Meaningfully Unique Ideas with Doug Hall — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Rise. Build your team's learning library–the fast and fun way–with Rise.com/awesome. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week's guest is involved in the innovation game for as long as I've been around. Stephen Shapiro is a leading speaker and author on innovation, who previously lead a 20,000-person innovation practice at Accenture. We will discuss creativity, reframing questions, and how diverse personalities can come together to create a thriving innovation team. Creativity […]

In this episode we interview innovation expert and speaker, Stephen Shapiro. Stephen cultivates innovation by showing leaders and their teams how to approach, tackle, and solve their business challenges. Applying the knowledge he has accrued over decades in the industry, Stephen is able to see what others can't, opportunities to improve innovation models and the […] The post Episode 10: Cultivating Innovation with Stephen Shapiro appeared first on Crestcom International.

Innovation expert and keynote speaker, Stephen Shapiro, talks about speaking as a CEO, to starting over as a solo speaker and working for several different industries without veering off focus!

Steve Jobs said that innovation is what differentiates leaders from followers, but Stephen Shapiro says innovation is all about being relevant. That's why he's my guest on The Relevant Leadership Podcast. Stephen helps us understand what innovation is, how it works, the process you need to take and how you can be more innovative. Find out more about Stephen and his upcoming book, Invisible Solutions, at https://stephenshapiro.com/

Erika joins Stephen Shapiro, best-selling author on the topic of innovation, to discuss his insights into the nature of innovation and how leaders can best support this key skill in their teams and organizations.

Welcome to episode #589 of Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast.  Here it is: Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast - Episode #589 - Host: Mitch Joel. Here's another individual that I have known for many years and - for some silly reason - has never been on this show. When I think about innovation and how to drive change for brands, I think about the work that Stephen Shapiro is doing. Stephen has spent decades showing business leaders and their teams how to approach, tackle and solve their business challenges. His core focus has always been showing brands opportunities to improve innovation models and the cultures that support them. The first innovation opportunity Stephen spotted was the opportunity to innovate within his own life. Halfway through his 15 year tenure at Accenture, while leading the company's business process reengineering practice, he realized he no longer wanted to be responsible for people losing their jobs. So he did exactly the opposite by building Accenture's thriving 20,000-person process and innovation practice, focused on growth and job creation. He then decided to become a noted bestselling author, thinker and consultant. He has published many great books including, 24/7 Innovation, Goal-Free Living, The Little Book of Big Innovation Ideas, Personality Poker and Best Practices Are Stupid. If that were not enough, He is also actively involved with Girl Starter. He is a judge and mentor on the television show (TLC), with the goal of encouraging and enabling your women to launch their own businesses. Enjoy the conversation... Running time: 50:56. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Subscribe over at iTunes. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Six Pixels of Separation. Feel free to connect to me directly on Facebook here: Mitch Joel on Facebook. or you can connect on LinkedIn. ...or on twitter. Six Pixels of Separation the book is now available. CTRL ALT Delete is now available too! Here is my conversation with Stephen Shapiro. Personality Poker. Best Practices Are Stupid. 24/7 Innovation. Goal-Free Living. The Little Book of Big Innovation Ideas. Girl Starter. Follow Stephen on Twitter. This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'. Download the Podcast here: Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast - Episode #589 - Host: Mitch Joel. Tags: 247 innovation accenture advertising advertising podcast audio best practices are stupid blog blogging brand branding business blog business book business leader business podcast business thinker david usher digital marketing digital marketing agency digital marketing blog digital media facebook girl starter goal free living google innovation innovation models innovation practice itunes j walter thompson jwt leadership leadership podcast management management podcast marketing marketing blog marketing podcast media mirum mirum agency mirum agency blog mirum blog mirum podcast personality poker social media stephen shapiro the little book of big innovation ideas tlc twitter wpp

Shannon Avana CEO of company Weight Loss Solutions, as well an entrepreneur of her own practice, Anxiety to Productivity.   She provides business coaching, specializing in anxiety and depression. As a writer, Shannon delivers the leading edge in weight loss in an understandable, enjoyable and relaxing way Stephen Shapiro has presented his provocative strategies on innovation culture and collaboration to audiences in 50 countries. During his 15-year tenure with the consulting firm Accenture, he created and led a 20,000-person innovation practice. He is the author of five books, including “Best Practices Are Stupid,” which was named the best innovation and creativity book of  2011.  Armand Morin Internet Strategist and Marketing Authority. He is an Internet marketing industry expert who has built a multimillion dollar international business. In 1996, he started with $1.83 in his pocket and no experience and has grown it into a multi-million dollar international business which has done business in over 100 countries around the world. Armand is also an international speaker and trainer and has shared the stage with people such as Donald Trump,  Richard Branson, Jay Conrad Levinson and many more  Darrin Landau life time entrepreneur who has built and run several small to medium sized businesses on both sides of the Canadian and US border. He started Merchant Cash USA, a Nevada corporation, with his business partner who resides in Las Vegas, Nevada.They provide funding capital to small businesses to be used for a multitude of purposes. He personally experienced first-hand the difficult task of raising capital to help grow his business

Shannon Avana CEO of company Weight Loss Solutions, as well an entrepreneur of her own practice, Anxiety to Productivity.   She provides business coaching, specializing in anxiety and depression. As a writer, Shannon delivers the leading edge in weight loss in an understandable, enjoyable and relaxing way Stephen Shapiro has presented his provocative strategies on innovation culture and collaboration to audiences in 50 countries. During his 15-year tenure with the consulting firm Accenture, he created and led a 20,000-person innovation practice. He is the author of five books, including “Best Practices Are Stupid,” which was named the best innovation and creativity book of  2011.  Armand Morin Internet Strategist and Marketing Authority. He is an Internet marketing industry expert who has built a multimillion dollar international business. In 1996, he started with $1.83 in his pocket and no experience and has grown it into a multi-million dollar international business which has done business in over 100 countries around the world. Armand is also an international speaker and trainer and has shared the stage with people such as Donald Trump,  Richard Branson, Jay Conrad Levinson and many more  Darrin Landau life time entrepreneur who has built and run several small to medium sized businesses on both sides of the Canadian and US border. He started Merchant Cash USA, a Nevada corporation, with his business partner who resides in Las Vegas, Nevada.They provide funding capital to small businesses to be used for a multitude of purposes. He personally experienced first-hand the difficult task of raising capital to help grow his business