Category: Innovative Mindsets

MAKING A SUCCESSFUL PIVOT THROUGH AN INNOVATIVE CULTURE

In our recent look at what it takes to make a successful pivot in your business during these uncertain times, we’ve had some conversations that dig into the mentality and perspective required to have an innovative culture that would allow you to make a successful pivot. We had the opportunity to speak with Trefor Armstrong who operates…

Contingency | Plan For Change + Use It To Evolve

Contingency by definition is an event or circumstance that is possible but cannot be predicted – so we can plan for disruption but not necessarily for the particulars. That’s ok, it sounds like life in general to us! We have all heard of having a contingency plan but they usually consist of reserves we can…

Pivot Your Business Through An Innovative Culture

In our recent look at what it takes to pivot your business during these uncertain times, we’ve had some conversations that dig into the mentality and perspective required to have an innovative culture that would allow you to make a successful pivot. We had the opportunity to speak with Zac Cutt who operates as a Research…

Georgian College creates face shields for front-line workers

Via the Alectra Centre for Research, Innovation and Commercialization (C-RIC), the Research and Innovation team at Georgian College is responding to the community’s need for medical face shields and other components. Until Ontario’s manufacturers can retool and fill demand, small fabrication shops like the C-RIC are filling the gap for this kind of medical equipment,…

DON’T LET ‘THE PERFECT’ BE THE ENEMY OF ‘THE POSSIBLE’

“Don’t let the perfect be the enemy of the possible.” Recent words overheard from a television broadcast, that are an adaptation of an idea contributed to the Chinese philosopher, Confucius. Confucius’ theory was “Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without.” In today’s business terms, perhaps this is best represented by the concept…

How to Foster A Culture of Innovation in a Large Company

Innovation is a driving force in modern business. While we haven’t reached the space-age era of the Jetsons quite yet, technology is constantly evolving. With each new update or improvement, businesses rush to catch up. We strive to meet consumer expectations and stand out above competitors. By fostering creativity within our own businesses, we stand…