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//BRIDGING THE CHASM FROM THEORY TO REALITY In my decade consulting with Fortune 500 companies, I've witnessed a persistent organizational contradiction that hinders innovation and growth. Let me share what I've observed: The Executive Tower Syndrome Corporate leadership often builds elaborate castles in the sky—detailed projections spanning years into the future, documented in pristine slide decks and executive summaries. This approach stems from a deeply human need: the desire to feel in command of an inherently unpredictable business landscape. What executives rarely acknowledge is how this controlled environment is built on shifting sands. Markets evolve, consumer preferences change, and technological disruptions emerge with increasing frequency. The Implementation Disconnect Meanwhile, at ground level, team structures embrace flexibility and adaptation. They're told to respond to change, iterate quickly, and deliver incremental value. Yet paradoxically, these teams operate within the rigid confines established by leadership's long-term fixed planning. This creates a fundamental contradiction: teams equipped with responsive methodologies are trapped within inflexible strategic parameters. The true value of adaptive approaches is neutralized when the destination is predetermined and non-negotiable. The Performance Theater This arrangement creates a convenient narrative structure. When initiatives succeed, the strategy was brilliant. When they fail, implementation was flawed. This narrative protects the planning process while creating a culture where delivery teams feel perpetually inadequate despite working within constraints they didn't establish. The most valuable insights about emerging opportunities typically come from those closest to customers and market realities—precisely the people with the least input into strategic direction. A Different Path Forward Consider this alternative approach: 1. Treat strategy as a collection of hypotheses rather than a fixed roadmap 2. Explicitly identify and rank which assumptions carry the most risk 3. Design small, rapid experiments to validate or invalidate key assumptions 4. Allow strategic direction to evolve based on validated learning The strongest organizations don't separate thinking from doing—they integrate them into a continuous cycle of learning, adaptation, and growth. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//THE MOST IMPRESSIVE AI DEMO I'VE SEEN IN A WHILE 🤯 This is next-level customer service that understands text, speech, images, and even live video. _It understands the context. _It understands your specific needs _It understands your personal preferences And now it can also take action for you. There will be AI agents everywhere, ready to help. P.S. Where would you like to have an assistant like this? video credits @ google ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//PLEASE, SOMEONE EXPLAIN?! How is it possible that this refrigerator from 1956 had more cool features than most fridges today? Same is going on with cars, bikes, etc. _Where is all the Innovation gone? _Why are so many products just boring? _Where are the inspirational real innovations? Our focus on productivity and optimization is causing us to lose the essence of great products. P.S. When was the last time you really been impressed by a new innovative product? ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//WHAT DRONES REALLY SHOULD DO TODAY... We've seen some crazy drone applications in the past. This is finally a use case that makes so much sense! What else can you think of? ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//CHINA IS NOW LEADING AUTOMOTIVE INNOVATION! - ALSO CHINA: This image tells the real story behind the headlines. Germany hasn't lost the innovation game, but we're at a critical juncture. While others race ahead with imperfect solutions, we remain caught in our perfectionist mindset. To reclaim leadership, we must: 1. Accelerate innovation processes 2. Remove bureaucratic barriers to innovation 3. Focus on output instead of perfection 4. Introduce rapid-fire methods German automotive excellence remains unmatched, but speed is now as crucial as precision. The wake-up call is clear: adapt our approach or watch others define the future of mobility. The time to act is NOW! ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//WHEN AI SHOWS CHILDREN THEIR FUTURE SELVES This is incredible. A teacher used AI to generate images of her students in the future. She wanted to motivate them and created images based on their ambitions. You can see the spark in their eyes 🥲 Watching these children glimpse their potential future selves is truly moving. The moment when possibility becomes tangible and dreams feel within reach. What a powerful way to help young minds visualize their goals! ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//WHEN SCIENCE FICTION BECOMES REALITY... Remember those hoverbikes from Star Wars that made us dream of zooming through forests on Endor? What once lived only in our imagination has now landed in our reality. Just witnessed the Volonaut Airbike in action - a personal hoverbike that looks straight out of a sci-fi film. The sleek design, hovering capabilities, and futuristic aesthetic aren't just movie magic anymore. It's fascinating how yesterday's science fiction consistently becomes today's innovation. From communicators (smartphones) to talking computers (voice assistants), and now personal flight vehicles - the line between imagination and reality continues to blur. What sci-fi technology are you most excited to see become reality next? P.S. I still would prefer my normal motorbike. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//AMAZING RIVER CLEANING INNOVATIONS I’m really excited about all the cool new solutions popping up to tackle river pollution! It's honestly inspiring to see everything from AI robots scooping up trash to floating barriers catching debris and fancy filtration systems getting rid of microplastics. These innovations are so important for bringing back our ecosystems and making sure everyone has access to clean water. A huge shoutout to all the amazing people and projects working hard for a cleaner, healthier future! What do you think? Should we push for even more initiatives and innovations like this? ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//PROOF THAT SMART INNOVATIONS DON'T HAVE TO BE COMPLEX We've been sold a myth that innovation requires complexity. That breakthrough solutions demand cutting-edge technology, massive R&D budgets, or genius-level thinking. The truth? The most revolutionary innovations are often shockingly simple. Consider: _Post-it Notes came from a "failed" adhesive that didn't stick well enough _Uber simply connected people with cars to people who needed rides _Wordle became a global phenomenon with just 5 letters and basic colors What appears complex in retrospect was elegant simplicity in execution. The most powerful innovations don't add complexity—they remove it. They don't require massive technical breakthroughs—they find new applications for existing technology. I've noticed that when teams feel stuck, they typically reach for more complexity. > More features. > More options. > More technology. But what if the solution is to strip away? To find the elegant core of the problem? The next time you're searching for innovation, ask yourself: "What's the simplest possible solution here?" Your breakthrough might be hiding in plain sight. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//NOTHING WILL KILL A GREAT EMPLOYEE FASTER THAN WATCHING YOU TOLERATE A BAD ONE I made the classic leadership mistake. For months, I tolerated a team member who consistently missed deadlines, created toxic friction, and delivered subpar work. "They're going through something personal," I'd rationalize. "It'll improve with time." Meanwhile, my top performers were watching every excuse I made. Every second chance I gave. Every standard I compromised. Then one Friday, my star employee resigned. During our exit interview, they said something I'll never forget: "When you tolerate mediocrity, you communicate to everyone else that their excellence doesn't matter." The truth hit me like a freight train. By trying to be "understanding" with one person, I'd completely disrespected another. Great employees don't leave companies. They leave environments where their exceptional work means nothing because poor performance carries no consequences. The most compassionate thing you can do as a leader isn't keeping everyone happy. It's maintaining standards that make excellence meaningful. P.S. What leadership lesson did you learn the hard way? ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//HERE'S THE BRUTAL TRUTH: 100 DAYS OF TRYING BEATS TALENT EVERY DAMN TIME I've watched so-called "naturally gifted" people get absolutely steamrolled by the consistent grinder. The harsh reality? 99% of people will quit before they see results. They'll talk about "not having the right genes" or "missing that natural spark." Meanwhile, the person showing up day after day - making mistakes, looking foolish, stumbling forward - is quietly building an unstoppable momentum. Talent gives you a head start. Consistency gives you the finish line. That "overnight success" you're jealous of? They were grinding in the dark while you were sleeping. When I started my business, I wasn't the smartest or most connected. But I committed to 100 days of focused effort while my competitors came and went. Three years later, they're still wondering about my "secret." The secret is there is no secret. Just the willingness to be terrible at something long enough to become great at it. P.S. 99% will quit. Will you? ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc

//SOMETIMES ALL YOU NEED IS A LITTLE BREAK 👇 Corporate wellness programs hate this one simple trick: just... stop and lie down sometimes? Found my new productivity guru - this kid who decided rain isn't an interruption, it's an invitation to lie down in the middle of it! While I'm protecting my laptop from water damage, this tiny human is living their best life. P.S. Who else is secretly jealous of this level of work-life balance? 🌧️😂 Have a nice Sunday! ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//STEVE JOBS REFLECTS ON HIS BIGGEST WEAKNESS When asked about his greatest weakness, Steve Jobs didn't hesitate: "I think all of us need to be on guard against arrogance, which knocks at the door whenever you're successful." In this rare moment of vulnerability, Jobs reflects on being fired from Apple at 30, only to return 12 years later. Rather than harboring bitterness, he saw it as "maybe the best thing that ever happened to me." Without that painful setback, Pixar wouldn't exist. His perspective on life's unpredictable nature is profound: "Life is always mysterious and surprising, and you never know what's around the next corner." Three counterintuitive lessons from Jobs' journey: 1. Success breeds the very weakness that can destroy it: arrogance 2. Your greatest failure might enable your greatest innovation 3. The "circle of life" matters more than sweet revenge What unexpected corner has life taken you around that ultimately proved valuable? ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//VALUE YOUR TALENTED PEOPLE In every organization, one of the most critical decisions is who to promote. As a leader, your responsibility is to identify and develop the best talent in your organization. The process of promoting someone should be carefully thought out, as it can have a significant impact on the team's productivity and the company's success. However, when you promote the wrong people, you begin to lose your best people. Simple fact. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//SELL ME THIS PEN - SOLVED! Jordan Belfort (aka the Wolf of Wall Street) on what everybody gets wrong about selling products. The key to selling is to find out what your clients need before pitching your products and services. Actually, this is exactly the key problem of innovation development. People are trying to build something they believe must be a fit - without ever having it tested with real customers. 🤦🏼 P.S. This is exactly what we help our partners achieve with our innovation factory. Reach out if you're interested in doing innovation right, efficiently, and without wasting resources unnecessarily :-) ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//STEVE JOBS TOOK 18 SECONDS TO THINK ABOUT HIS ANSWER TO THIS GREAT QUESTION We're obsessed with quick responses in today's fast-paced world. But true wisdom often requires patience. When asked what he learned at Apple that he was applying at NeXT, Steve Jobs didn't rush. He paused for a full 18 seconds - an eternity in conversation - before delivering this profound insight: "I now take a longer term view on people. When I see something not being done right, my first reaction isn't to go fix it. It's to say: We're building a team here and we're gonna do great stuff for the next decade, not just the next year. So what do I need to do to help so that the person that's screwing up learns?" This perspective shift is everything. The best leaders don't just solve immediate problems - they invest in people's growth. Next time you're tempted to swoop in and "fix" something, ask yourself: what would happen if I invested those 18 seconds in thinking about the long game instead? P.S. Great leadership isn't about having all the answers. Sometimes it's about having the patience to ask better questions. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//THAT ONE EMPLOYEE WHO CAN RUN YOUR BUSINESS BETTER THAN YOU CAN Ever watched a skilled sheepdog at work? I just saw the most incredible video of a border collie effortlessly controlling an entire flock of sheep in seconds - while its owner simply stood back and watched in awe. It got me thinking about those rare employees who just "get it." The ones who can: _Intuitively understand your vision without micromanagement _Anticipate problems before they arise _Execute with precision that sometimes exceeds your own _Work independently with minimal direction These natural leaders don't need constant instructions. They've mastered their craft through years of practice, just like that sheepdog. They understand the big picture and execute flawlessly. The question isn't how to control these exceptional team members - it's how to empower them. When you find this kind of talent, your job shifts from manager to enabler. Have you worked with someone like this? Or are you that person on your team? I'd love to hear your stories in the comments. Credits @ seanthesheepman on tiktok ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow @Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//SOMETIMES YOU JUST NEED THE RIGHT TOOL 🔥 Your journey is not defined by your circumstances or abilities, but by the choices you make. Picture yourself as a fearless turtle armed with the right tools. Enrich yourself by seeking knowledge and connecting with those who are smarter than you. Surround yourself with excellence and allies who bring out the best in you. The right environment and direction can propel you beyond your limits, pushing you to innovate, adapt, and overcome obstacles. Remember, every choice you make counts and shapes your path. They are the "skateboard" to your growth. All you need is a little push to soar high! 🚀 ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//FREE ENERGY MICRO POWER PLANT 🔥 Turbulent has created a compact hydroelectric turbine harnessing river whirlpools to generate clean electricity without the need for dams. This eco-friendly hydropower technology is a perfect fit for variable renewable energy, delivering round-the-clock power in mini- and micro-grids with the added bonus of dispatchability. Using an innovative low-pressure design, they developed a new kind of turbine that will not harm the local ecosystem. Rivers are a powerful natural resource, and the aim is to harness their energy while enhancing the aquatic habitat. What do you think? videocredit @ tipbandit credit @ turbolent hydro ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//CANCER KILLING NANOBOT INNOVATION 👏 Swedish scientists developed a nanorobot to kill cancer cells. This Robot’s weapon is hidden in a nanostructure & exposed only in the tumor microenvironment, sparing healthy cells. “If you were to administer it as a drug, it would indiscriminately start killing cells in the body, which would not be good. To get around this problem, we have hidden the weapon inside a nanostructure built from DNA.” says Professor Björn Högberg at the Department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics, Karolinska Institutet P.S. This is the kind of innovation we need to work on! credits @ Brood AI ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.