Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to share the successful experience of Lilly Research Laboratories (LRL) in engaging senior leaders in developing the next generation of leaders. Design/methodology/approach – The paper describes the principles and approach used by LRL. It provides a...

Purpose – Natural science principles allow a novel way to gain insight into human organizations. The paper aims to highlight this by using the format of a conversation. Design/methodology/approach – The authors discuss six key concepts from the science of evolutionary ecology selected by the...

Purpose – In many organizations, professionals who were once in supportive roles or considered subject matter experts are now expected to take a consulting role in order to facilitate change in their area of expertise. Most, whilst skilled and knowledgeable in their field, have no training in...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to help readers consider the value of identifying the values, beliefs, and vested interests of someone they wish to influence and to frame their idea, request, or call to action in a way that will make sense in the other person's internal model of the...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to suggest a set of leadership practices that can help to build and sustain a culture of innovation. Design/methodology/approach – The article is based on the authors' many years of consulting and facilitating learning experiences in innovation...

"Why do teams settle for bad ideas or kill good ones? Popular consultant Kim Barnes's unique process of Constructive Debate shows how teams can create better ideas and outcomes by eliminating obstacles to honest discussion, creativity, and collaboration"--

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to demonstrate how to build and maintain an active network of innovators inside a large organization. Design/methodology/approach – The paper describes the process used by a senior manager at a large pharmaceutical company in France to create a flexible...