{"product_id":"the-innovative-mindset-isbn-9781119161288","title":"The Innovative Mindset","description":"\u003cb\u003eRedefine what it means to be innovative\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Innovative Mindset\u003c\/i\u003e calls the accepted definition of innovation into question, urging you to consider how innovation might function as a behavior that you perpetuate, rather than an inflexible theory or corporate-defined initiative. By asking yourself what it takes to be innovative—and by being honest with yourself about the answer—you can incorporate innovation into your life much in the same way that you would a behavior to help you lose weight, increase your strength, learn to play the piano, or improve your relationships. This groundbreaking text helps you identify what you need to do in order to become more innovative and less fearful, and assists in creating a regimen that transforms how you act. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInnovation has become one of the most popular buzz words of the Digital Age, and there is no better time to reevaluate the true meaning of a concept than when it is being touted by individuals and companies around the world. A fresh, practical understanding of innovation can revolutionize the way you think about work. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaster innovation by reexamining what it means and how you can implement it as a behavior\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore the transformative power of the Mindset of Discovery in poignant, up-to-date case studies and improvisation-based tenets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpark innovation, maximize productivity, and increase profitability as a result of implementing the Big Five behaviors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBoost performance as you foster and leverage your new approach towards innovation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Innovative Mindset\u003c\/i\u003e reevaluates the nature of innovation and shows how a change in perspective can lead to more dynamic, more successful endeavors. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Behavioral Innovation: Remembering the Human 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 The Brave New Workshop: A Journey of Fear and Discovery 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 The Mindset of Discovery: Improvisational Roots 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 The Art of Practice 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 The Mindset of Fear 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 The Anatomy of the Mindset of Discovery 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Building Your Innovation Fitness Plan 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Listening 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Deferring Judgment 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Declaring 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Reframing 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Jumping In 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 The Desire for Change 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJOHN SWEENEY\u003c\/b\u003e is the co-owner and executive producer of the Brave New Workshop, America’s oldest satirical comedy theatre. He uses his 20+ years of improvisational performance, speaking and training to influence human behavior and to create simple but groundbreaking tools that have ignited cultures of innovative behavior within such companies as Microsoft, PWC, General Mills, and UnitedHealth Group.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eELENA IMARETSKA\u003c\/b\u003e is vice president of New Products, Partnerships, and Sustainability for the corporate speaking and training business of the Brave New Workshop. She is the architect of the learning model and core curriculum of the organization’s offerings and has spent the past 8 years optimizing the business application of the improvisational approach to innovating, collaborating, and leading.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA corporate real estate consultant walks into the Brave New Workshop Comedy Theatre—and buys it. The punchline comes when his business innovation makes up for 10 percent annual losses and eventually catapults revenue far beyond what any theater should reasonably generate. His secret? \u003ci\u003eThe Innovative Mindset\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen the curtain goes up, improvisational comedy actors step into their role as master innovators because there isn’t a script. In business, it’s harder to know when innovation is needed and how to do it. In this groundbreaking guide, John Sweeney and Elena Imaretska show you how living in the improv actor’s mindset of discovery can lead to significant business productivity and profitability. By practicing the Big Five behaviors in your everyday life, you can become a better communicator, be more comfortable with risk, build your confidence, and reduce judging yourself and others—all traits that spark and fuel breakthrough innovations. Eradicate fear from your psyche and free yourself to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistract your inner negative voice and sell your innovation by listening\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse concrete skills and techniques to eliminate the personal bias hampering innovation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild innovation and drive change by declaring your point of view and sharing your opinions and ideas\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenerate insight and diverse points of view by reframing the same situation different ways\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure innovation happens by finding what’s useful in the barriers you encounter and moving forward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile this practical guide lets you integrate its lessons into your daily interactions with people right away, only through dedication to your innovation fitness plan and disciplined adherence to your practice regimen can you ultimately approach life head on with a fully developed mindset of discovery. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you want to change your industry or improve your business processes, the first step to finding a solution is \u003ci\u003eThe Innovative Mindset\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47990265217253,"sku":"NP9781119161288","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781119161288.jpg?v=1761787120","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-innovative-mindset-isbn-9781119161288","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}