How can innovators create new markets and significant economic and social value in emerging markets where there often seems like there is no opportunity? Understanding the theory of Jobs to Be Done can help.
Nov 15, 2018
Social Capital
A new book explores how to forge more connections between kids and retirees—at scale.
Nov 15, 2018
Social Capital
Why does education love standards? Because we assume that if we specify good standards, then expect the education system to meet them, consistent student outcomes will naturally follow. But unfortunately, reality usually...
Nov 14, 2018
The Ghanaian government is looking to invest in processing of cocoa to extract more value from the chocolate industry. That’s a good thing, but investing to create a vibrant market for Ghanaian chocolates is even bette...
Nov 8, 2018
Companies often focus on grabbing market share away from competitors, rather than searching for untapped demand. But as Sony proved in the 1950s, that untapped demand makes fertile ground for Disruptive Innovations.
Nov 8, 2018
Relationships matter. But networks alone are not a cure-all to the complex landscape of opportunity in America.
Nov 8, 2018
Tackling the root causes of poor health requires keen insight into patients' lives--and the ways in which a business model helps or hinders innovation.
Nov 6, 2018
It’s understandable, given the ineffectiveness of our current regulatory framework, that many lawmakers would like to burn the book. But if we want to spur innovation that drives student outcomes, a better answer is to...
Nov 6, 2018