SuperCreativity Podcast with James Taylor | Creativity, Innovation and Inspiring Ideas
In the SuperCreativity™ podcast, creativity expert and innovation keynote speaker James Taylor interviews leading thinkers, innovators and performers and has them reveal their strategies and techniques to help you unlock your own creative potential. If you enjoy listening to conversations with creative thinkers, innovators, entrepreneurs, artists, authors, educators, and performers then you’ve come to the right place. Each week we discuss their ideas, life, work, successes, failures, creative process and much more. As a leading creativity and innovation keynote speaker James teaches and interviews creative leaders including Seth Godin, David Allen, Jonathan Fields, Amy Edmondson, Amanda Palmer, Chris Guillebeau, Tommy Emmanuel, Eric Ries and Donald Miller on subjects including; how creativity works, the creative process, what is creativity, how to generate ideas, creativity exercises, creativity research, creative block, creative personality types, theories of creativity, creative thinking, educational creativity, divergent thinking, organizational creativity, creative cultures, and innovation. His work builds on other leading creativity experts including Julia Cameron, Sir Ken Robinson, Michael J Gelb, Eric Maisel, Scott Barry Kaufman, Twyla Tharp, Todd Henry, Jeff Goins, Richard Florida, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, Steven Pressfield, Tina Seelig, Josh Linkner and many others. James Taylor shows us how we can all learn to be more creative.
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The Barbell Guide to Mentorship — Why Every Leader Needs a Reverse Mentor #351
03/28/2025
The Barbell Guide to Mentorship — Why Every Leader Needs a Reverse Mentor #351
Most leaders have mentors. But are they missing the other side of the barbell? In this episode of the SuperCreativity Podcast, James Taylor introduces a simple but powerful concept that could transform how you approach mentorship, leadership, and innovation. You'll discover: Why traditional mentorship alone isn’t enough in today’s fast-changing world The surprising power of reverse mentorship A 30-minute challenge that can shift your thinking and unlock new creative insights Whether you're a CEO, team leader, or emerging professional, this episode will show you how to balance your barbell—and why doing so could lead to your next breakthrough. Listen now and start rethinking how you learn, lead, and grow. #Mentorship #ReverseMentoring #Leadership #Innovation #JamesTaylor #SuperCreativity #CreativeThinking #GrowthMindset #FutureOfWork Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction: From Dubai Keynote to Mentorship Insight 01:30 – The Barbell Metaphor for Balanced Mentoring 03:00 – Traditional Mentors: Wisdom from Experience 04:25 – The Power of Reverse Mentors 06:40 – How Younger Minds Can Challenge and Inspire You 08:20 – The Reverse Mentor Challenge: Try This Today 10:15 – Final Reflection: Balancing Both Sides of the Barbell 11:30 – Call to Action: What Insight Will You Discover?
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Will AI Have Its Chernobyl Moment #350
03/21/2025
Will AI Have Its Chernobyl Moment #350
In 1986, a single technological failure at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant changed the world. Today, AI is advancing at an unprecedented pace—but could it be heading toward a catastrophic failure of its own? In this episode, I explore: ⚠️ The real risks of AI—autonomous warfare, financial collapse, deepfake-driven misinformation 🧠 The incredible opportunities AI offers in medicine, sustainability, and creativity ✅ The critical steps we must take to prevent an AI disaster From AI replacing millions of jobs to deepfake propaganda making truth almost impossible to verify, we are on the edge of something huge. Will AI revolutionize the world for the better, or are we sleepwalking into its Chernobyl moment? Listen now and decide: Will AI lead us to disaster, or can we harness it for a better future? 🎧 Subscribe & Share if this episode made you think! 📌 Let’s continue the conversation: What do you think? Will AI be our greatest tool or our biggest threat? 🔗 #Podcast #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #AIEthics #ChernobylMoment #TechDisaster #FutureOfAI #Innovation #AIRegulation Timestamps: 00:00 - The Chernobyl Disaster & AI’s Parallels 02:15 - How AI Is Already Transforming the World 04:40 - The Dark Side of AI: Risks We Can’t Ignore 07:20 - AI Catastrophes: Autonomous Warfare, Financial Crashes & Deepfakes 10:30 - The Ethics Problem: AI Doesn’t Ask “Should We?” 13:15 - AI’s Potential for Good: Healthcare, Sustainability & Creativity 16:40 - Preventing an AI Disaster: Transparency, Ethics & Oversight 19:55 - AI’s Future: The Biggest Question We Must Ask
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The 3 Secrets of a Hit Keynote Speech - #349
03/07/2025
The 3 Secrets of a Hit Keynote Speech - #349
Episode Description: What makes a keynote speech truly unforgettable? Just like a hit song needs the singer, performance, and song, a hit keynote speech requires three essential elements: 1️⃣ The Voice – Your unique perspective and authenticity. 2️⃣ The Performance – How you deliver and engage your audience. 3️⃣ The Content – The message that sticks and transforms lives. In this episode, James Taylor breaks down what makes a speech compelling, memorable, and impactful. Whether you’re a professional speaker or someone who wants to improve your communication skills, this episode will help you craft a keynote that inspires and educates. 👉 Which of these three is your biggest challenge? Drop a comment below! 🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights on creativity, innovation, and the business of speaking. 🎯 Key Takeaways: ✔ A great keynote speech is like a hit song—it needs voice, performance, and content. ✔ Your voice isn’t just how you sound—it’s your unique perspective that makes you stand out. ✔ Performance matters! If you have great content but poor delivery, your message won’t land. ✔ Content must be relevant, memorable, and actionable—otherwise, it’s just entertainment, not transformation. ✔ The best speeches inspire AND educate. 💬 Notable Quotes: 🎤 "If you sound like everyone else, your speech is completely forgettable." 🎤 "Great keynote speeches don’t just inspire; they transform." 🎤 "Energy, storytelling, and emotional connection are what separate good speakers from great ones." 🎤 "When you nail all three—voice, performance, and content—you don’t just give a speech, you create an experience." 📋 Show Notes: ⏱ [00:09] – What David Foster teaches us about great keynote speeches. ⏱ [01:20] – Why your voice (your unique perspective) matters. ⏱ [02:35] – The performance: How delivery affects impact. ⏱ [03:50] – Content: Why some speakers fail despite great delivery. ⏱ [05:15] – The formula for a hit keynote (and why you need all three!). ⏱ [06:30] – Key questions to ask yourself before your next speech. 📢 Call-to-Action (CTA): 💡 Which of these three elements do you struggle with the most? Let me know in the comments! 👇 📩 Want to learn how to craft a high-impact keynote speech? Subscribe to my newsletter for exclusive speaking tips! 🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights on creativity, innovation, and professional speaking.
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Why Your Ideas Aren’t Ready (Yet) – The Secret Process of Idea Development #348
02/21/2025
Why Your Ideas Aren’t Ready (Yet) – The Secret Process of Idea Development #348
In this episode of SuperCreativity, James Taylor takes you behind the scenes of idea development—how a simple spark evolves into a fully formed concept ready for the world. He reveals the five levels of an idea, from the sacred space of initial inspiration to the big stage where it impacts audiences. If you've ever wondered why some ideas thrive while others fade, this framework will help you refine and stress-test your creative thinking. Listen in as James shares personal insights, real-life examples, and actionable steps to help you nurture your best ideas before you share them with the world. Show Notes James Taylor shares the five levels of an idea and why great ideas don’t arrive fully formed. The importance of the sacred space (Level 5) and why ideas need time before being shared. How trusted conversations (Level 4) refine and strengthen a concept. The dinner party test (Level 3) and why social settings are perfect for stress-testing ideas. The power of public experimentation (Level 2) using short-form videos and posts. Final stage (Level 1): Bringing the idea to the world through keynotes, books, and major content pieces. Why most people share their ideas too early and how to avoid that mistake. Key Takeaways Great ideas evolve through levels—they don’t appear fully formed. The best ideas start in solitude (sacred space) before they are shared. Early conversations refine raw ideas before public testing. Social settings provide real-time feedback to improve clarity and resonance. Short-form content is a powerful testing ground before presenting an idea on stage. Rushing an idea too soon can lead to wasted potential—let it go through its levels first. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction: How ideas actually develop 02:15 – The spark: Level 5 (Sacred Space) 05:30 – Testing in private: Level 4 (Inner Circle) 08:45 – The social test: Level 3 (Dinner Party Effect) 12:20 – Public experimentation: Level 2 (Short-form content) 15:10 – The big stage: Level 1 (Keynote, book, or full launch) 18:00 – Why most ideas fail: Sharing them too early 20:30 – How to apply this framework to your own ideas 22:00 – Closing thoughts and next steps Hashtags #SuperCreativity #IdeaDevelopment #Creativity #Innovation #PublicSpeaking #EntrepreneurMindset #CreativeThinking #AI #JamesTaylor #ThoughtLeadership #KeynoteSpeaker #GrowthMindset
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DeepSeek AI And Why Too Much Freedom Kills Creativity - #347
02/07/2025
DeepSeek AI And Why Too Much Freedom Kills Creativity - #347
In this solo episode of the SuperCreativity Podcast, James Taylor explores a counterintuitive truth: creativity thrives on constraints. While we often associate innovation with limitless freedom, history, psychology, and business show that well-defined limitations often lead to the most groundbreaking ideas. From Haiku poetry and jazz improvisation to AI advancements and low-cost prosthetics, James dives into how scarcity fuels innovation. He also shares practical ways to introduce constraints into your work to boost creativity, improve focus, and overcome choice paralysis. Key Takeaways ✔ Constraints Fuel Creativity – Having too many choices can stifle innovation, while limitations force focus and problem-solving. ✔ Real-World Examples – From Haiku poetry to MIT’s low-cost prosthetics and DeepSeek AI’s efficiency breakthroughs. ✔ Choice Paralysis Is Real – Too much freedom can lead to overthinking; constraints help you move forward. ✔ Practical Creative Constraints – The One Take Rule, Limiting Your Tools, Setting Hard Deadlines, and Reducing Resources to supercharge creativity. ✔ Less Is More – Instead of asking what can I add?, ask what can I remove? Timecodes ⏱ 00:00 – Why constraints drive creativity ⏱ 02:15 – Haiku, jazz, and literature: How artists use constraints ⏱ 06:40 – Business & tech: AI innovation and low-cost prosthetics ⏱ 11:00 – Psychology: Why the brain works better with limitations ⏱ 14:20 – Four ways to apply creative constraints in your work ⏱ 19:00 – Why removing options makes you more creative Full show notes at https://www.jamestaylor.me/
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Elon Musk’s Bold New Strategy: Why Exnovation (Not Innovation) Is the Future of Business #346
01/31/2025
Elon Musk’s Bold New Strategy: Why Exnovation (Not Innovation) Is the Future of Business #346
In this episode of the SuperCreativity Podcast, James Taylor explores the concept of Exnovation—the systematic removal of outdated practices, technologies, and business models to drive efficiency and innovation. While the world glorifies innovation, many businesses, governments, and individuals struggle to let go of redundant systems that slow them down. Using real-world examples from Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Ford, GE, and retail and automotive industries, James highlights why exnovation is just as critical as innovation for staying competitive in a fast-changing world. Tune in to discover why subtraction, not just addition, is the secret to breakthrough success and how you can apply exnovation to your business and personal life. Key Takeaways Innovation is Overrated – Without exnovation, businesses accumulate outdated processes, leading to inefficiency. Elon Musk’s DOGE Initiative – A bold attempt at government exnovation, cutting bureaucracy for efficiency. The Exnovation Mindset – Removing the old is just as important as creating the new. Real-World Examples – How Ford, GE, and retailers are exnovating for future success. How to Apply Exnovation – Audit, strategically eliminate, and embrace a growth mindset. Timecodes ⏱ 00:00 – Why exnovation matters & Elon Musk’s DOGE initiative ⏱ 03:45 – The problem with innovation addiction and innovation theater ⏱ 07:30 – Business examples: Ford, GE, and exnovation in the automotive & retail industries ⏱ 12:15 – How to exnovate: auditing, strategic elimination, and a growth mindset ⏱ 15:30 – What should you stop doing today to create space for your next breakthrough? #Exnovation #InnovationStrategy #ElonMusk #BusinessGrowth #Efficiency #Leadership #AI #DOGE #FutureOfWork
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The 5 Biggest Job Shifts You MUST Prepare for in 2025 - #345
01/24/2025
The 5 Biggest Job Shifts You MUST Prepare for in 2025 - #345
In this episode, James Taylor discusses the World Economic Forum 'Future of Work' Report 2025 which highlights the significant job shifts driven by AI, the creative economy, green jobs, and the rise of digital and remote work. He emphasizes the importance of soft skills and outlines key skills needed to future-proof careers, including creative thinking, AI fluency, and resilience. takeaways By 2030, 92 million jobs will be lost, but 170 million new ones will be created. AI is transforming jobs rather than replacing them. Creative thinking and innovation are the most sought-after skills. Green jobs are on the rise due to climate change initiatives. Digital skills are essential in a remote work environment. Soft skills like empathy and leadership are becoming more valuable. Resilience and adaptability are crucial in a rapidly changing job market. Investing in creative thinking will help you thrive. Understanding AI integration is key to future success. Continuous learning and adaptation are vital for career longevity. Sound Bites "Green jobs should be on your radar." "Soft skills take center stage." "AI and digital fluency are crucial." Chapters 00:00 The Future of Work: An Overview 02:47 The Booming Creative Economy 03:43 Green Jobs and Sustainability Careers 04:34 The Rise of Digital and Remote Work 05:29 The Importance of Soft Skills 06:26 Key Skills for Future-Proofing Your Career Learn more at https://www.jamestaylor.me/
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The Surprising Link Between Temperature and Creativity #344
01/17/2025
The Surprising Link Between Temperature and Creativity #344
In this episode of the SuperCreativity Podcast, James Taylor explores the surprising impact of temperature on creativity. He discusses how environmental factors, particularly temperature, influence cognitive performance and creative output. The episode highlights the optimal temperature range for creativity, the differences between divergent and convergent thinking, and personal adaptations to different climates. Taylor also draws a parallel between temperature in AI algorithms and human creativity, emphasizing the importance of creating the right conditions for ideas to flourish. takeaways The temperature around us significantly affects our creative thinking. Extreme temperatures can impair cognitive functions like decision-making. The ideal temperature for creativity is between 22-24 degrees Celsius. Warmer environments promote divergent thinking, while cooler ones favor convergent thinking. Adjusting workspace temperature can enhance creativity and productivity. Personal preferences and cultural factors influence how temperature affects creativity. AI's temperature concept can serve as a metaphor for human creativity. Experimenting with temperature can optimize creative flow. Small changes in the environment can lead to significant improvements in performance. Creating the right conditions is essential for nurturing creativity. Sound Bites "Warmer environments encourage divergent thinking." "Cooler spaces are better for convergent thinking." "Tailoring your workspace temperature can boost creativity." Chapters 00:00 The Science of Temperature and Creativity 02:29 Optimizing Workspaces for Creative Thinking 04:53 Personal Adaptation and AI Metaphors
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Building Your Virtual Advisory Board: SuperCreativity in Action - #343
01/10/2025
Building Your Virtual Advisory Board: SuperCreativity in Action - #343
In this episode of the SuperCreativity Podcast, James Taylor shares exciting updates about the podcast’s new structure and his personal journey of writing a book on SuperCreativity. Discover how James is blending human and AI insights to enhance his creative process through a virtual advisory board. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, innovator, or creative professional, learn actionable steps to build your own virtual advisory board and supercharge your next big project. Show Notes: Introduction: James Taylor announces the relaunch of the SuperCreativity Podcast with a new structure. The podcast now features three episode types: solo insights, expert interviews, and industry insights. James’s Book Writing Journey: James reveals his decision to write and self-publish a book on SuperCreativity. The book will consolidate stories, case studies, and strategies from his global speaking engagements. He highlights the importance of accountability and inspiration in creative projects. The Concept of a Virtual Advisory Board: James introduces the idea of combining real and AI-generated advisors to guide creative work. Real advisors include industry experts Elaine Pofeldt and David Avrin. Virtual advisors, simulated via AI, include thought leaders like Ryan Holiday, Seth Godin, and Jay Papasan. Using AI tools allows James to receive diverse perspectives and actionable feedback. Practical Takeaway: Listeners are encouraged to create their own virtual advisory boards: Identify 5–6 advisors (real, fictional, alive, or deceased). Use generative AI tools to simulate their advice on a creative project. Use the feedback to strengthen and refine their ideas. Sound Bites: “Accountability is a powerful motivator in any creative endeavor.” “AI tools make it possible to receive feedback from your dream advisors.” “Inspiration often comes from sharing your journey with others.” Chapters: 00:00 – Revamping the SuperCreativity Podcast 01:51 – The Journey of Writing a Book 03:20 – Creating a Virtual Advisory Board 04:55 – Final Thoughts and Next Steps
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Robert Hannigan - The Power of Neurodiversity in Innovation, Cybersecurity, GCHQ and Counter-Intelligence #342
07/01/2024
Robert Hannigan - The Power of Neurodiversity in Innovation, Cybersecurity, GCHQ and Counter-Intelligence #342
In this enlightening episode of the Super Creativity Podcast, James Taylor interviews Robert Hannigan, former director of GCHQ and author of "Counter-intelligence - What The Secret World Can Teach Us About Problem-Solving and Creativity" Hannigan shares insights from his extensive career in cyber security and intelligence, discussing what the secret world of counterintelligence can teach us about problem solving and creativity. They delve into the history of Bletchley Park, the importance of neurodiversity in intelligence work, and how to foster a creative and effective work environment. Full show notes and links at Key Takeaways: Creative Problem Solving: Lessons from Bletchley Park on fostering creativity and innovation in high-pressure environments. Neurodiversity: The critical role of neurodivergent individuals in intelligence and cybersecurity and how organizations can support them. Team Dynamics: The importance of diverse teams and creative pairs in solving complex problems. Ethical Discussions: The necessity of open discussions on ethics and politics within intelligence organizations. Environmental Influence: The impact of the physical and cultural environment on fostering creativity and innovation. Quotes: "I was trying to answer the question of how was it that Bletchley Park... created the world's first digital programmable computer." - Robert Hannigan "Tolerating that kind of eccentricity frankly is one of the interesting challenges for an organization, particularly a company, trying to engender creativity." - Robert Hannigan "It's really important that people can express any ethical concerns and discuss them and have them addressed." - Robert Hannigan "The blend of these different types of thinking and ways of looking at the world is massively powerful in creativity." - Robert Hannigan Timestamps: [00:09] Introduction to Robert Hannigan and his career highlights. [01:41] Robert Hannigan discusses his current focus and the fast-changing landscape of cyber security. [02:16] Insights from Bletchley Park and the ingredients for successful counterintelligence work. [06:07] The role of neurodiversity and eccentricity in fostering creativity at Bletchley Park. [10:41] The importance of teamwork and creative pairs in intelligence work. [13:38] Discussion on the impact of Elizabeth and William Friedman on US codebreaking. [17:18] The role of neurodiversity at GCHQ and the value of different perspectives. [20:06] Advice for managing diverse teams in large organizations. [23:13] Modern equivalents of Bletchley Park’s 'tea parties' and fostering collective problem-solving. [24:38] Open discussions on ethics and politics within intelligence organizations. [27:15] Balancing optimism and caution in technology advancements. [30:33] Robert Hannigan's personal sources of creative inspiration and the importance of the environment. [32:01] Recommended reading for those interested in creativity and innovation. [34:02] Conclusion and where to learn more about Robert Hannigan and his work. https://link.chtbl.com/scp
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Sam Dixon of Womble Bond Dickinson - The Evolving Role of Lawyers in the AI Era #341
06/24/2024
Sam Dixon of Womble Bond Dickinson - The Evolving Role of Lawyers in the AI Era #341
Sam Dixon, Chief Innovation Officer of law firm Womblebond Dickinson, discusses the role of AI in the legal profession and the challenges of driving innovation in a traditional industry. He shares his journey from online retail to law and how he became involved in innovation. Dixon explains the different applications of AI in the legal sector, such as document automation and machine learning for document review. He also discusses the buy vs. build argument and the potential impact of AI on pricing and billing in law firms. Dixon emphasizes the importance of developing social intelligence and complex problem-solving skills to remain relevant in the evolving legal landscape. Takeaways Generative AI is a major focus in the legal profession, with applications in document automation and machine learning for document review. Law firms need to strike a balance between buying and building AI tools, leveraging existing software and integrating different systems. The role of lawyers is evolving, and skills such as social intelligence and complex problem-solving are becoming increasingly important. The pricing and billing models in law firms may need to adapt to incorporate the use of AI tools and technologies. Creating a culture of innovation is crucial in law firms, where traditional mindsets and billable hours can hinder progress. Sound Bites "Generative AI is able to do a lot of that work without the need for lots and lots of examples." "The key for me is creating that culture of innovation where it is part of the conversation and where people are enabled to suggest ideas and implement ideas." "I don't think lawyers need to be coders. I mean, query in the modern world of low and no code, how much coders need to be coders?" Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sam Dixon and Womblebond Dickinson 03:33 Focus on Restructuring in Commercial Law 06:17 Applications of AI in the Legal Profession 08:06 Overcoming Resistance to Innovation in Law Firms 09:56 Two-Tier Approach to Innovation 11:56 Deciding Between Buy and Build in AI Adoption 15:23 Impact of AI on Pricing and Billing in Law Firms 22:04 Exploring the Potential of Data Licensing 24:52 Parallels Between AI in Law and Music 28:09 The Changing Role of Lawyers in the AI Era 30:00 Using Generative AI as a Sounding Board 31:53 Book Recommendation: Superintelligence by Nick Bostrom Bio Sam is the Chief Innovation Officer of law firm Womble Bond Dickinson in the UK. He is also a practising lawyer in the firm's restructuring team. His innovation journey started in online retail in the early 2000s and led him to law via a brief detour through the world of DJing.
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John Craske of CMS - The Role of AI in Legal Firms #340
06/17/2024
John Craske of CMS - The Role of AI in Legal Firms #340
John Craske, the director of innovation at CMS, discusses the firm's AI strategy and the role of innovation in the legal industry. He emphasizes the importance of fostering a culture of curiosity and experimentation. The firm has implemented an innovation department and introduced innovation hours to encourage employees to pursue their ideas. Craske believes that AI can enhance the efficiency of legal work and sees opportunities for collaboration between humans and machines. He also highlights the need for foundational legal skills and human skills like empathy and creativity. Takeaways Fostering a culture of curiosity and experimentation is crucial for innovation in the legal industry. Implementing an innovation department and introducing innovation hours can encourage employees to pursue their ideas. AI can enhance the efficiency of legal work, but collaboration between humans and machines is essential. Foundational legal skills and human skills like empathy and creativity are still valuable in the age of AI. Sound Bites "We're using our computers more like electronic typewriters for many years." "Innovation hours are like seed funding for ideas." "AI has captured the imagination of people in a way that lots of other technology has never had." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to John Craske and his role at CMS 03:04 The Development of Innovation Departments in Law Firms 06:44 Overcoming the Tension between Billable Hours and Innovation 09:26 Building a Team and Aligning Innovation with Firm Strategy 12:08 The Opportunities and Challenges of AI in the Legal Industry 15:23 The Importance of Human Skills in the Age of AI 27:23 Final Quickfire Questions Bio John Craske is responsible for the innovation and knowledge functions at CMS, with the aim of helping their clients and business to work smarter: to find the right balance between client satisfaction, cost effectiveness, profitability and opportunities for our people. He leads their dynamic Legal Innovation, Legal Operations and Project Management, Legal Tech, Managed Legal Services and Knowledge teams. He's passionate about fostering a culture of innovation and encouraging people to be curious, ask questions and experiment. John is currently leading our firmwide AI strategy as tjeu look to use AI to supercharge our digital transformation programme. He regularly works with clients (and others in the legal industry) to help design / implement practical (and innovative) solutions to their challenges.
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JD Meier - The Billion Dollar One Person Business #339
06/11/2024
JD Meier - The Billion Dollar One Person Business #339
JD Meier, high performance and innovation coach, discusses his focus on using AI to advance high performance and change how the world innovates. He emphasizes the power of one person businesses to impact and influence a billion minds. Meier shares his two-track transformation model for innovation, which involves sustaining innovation in the current business while also working on disruptive innovation for the future. He also highlights the importance of productivity and offers strategies such as setting three wins each day and reflecting on weekly achievements. Takeaways AI can be used to advance high performance and enhance senses One person businesses have the power to impact and influence a billion minds The two-track transformation model involves sustaining innovation in the current business while working on disruptive innovation for the future Productivity strategies include setting three wins each day and reflecting on weekly achievements Sound Bites "I'm all about trying to use AI to advance high performance" "I call it billion dollar solopreneur, not because you're going to make a billion dollars, but it's about impacting and influencing a billion minds" "You have your current business, which is your current business model... and then you have your future business model" Chapters 00:00 Introduction 05:07 The Billion Dollar Solopreneur 08:58 The Two-Track Transformation Approach 15:03 Improving Productivity with Three Wins and Reflection 31:07 Conclusion Biography JD Meier is a High Performance & Innovation Coach who has 25 years of experience changing the world at Microsoft. JD was the former head coach for Satya Nadella's innovation team at Microsoft and is also the author of the bestselling book Getting Results the Agile Way. His WHY is to advance human potential and to help people realise their potential in work and life while his specialty is to provide proven practices combined with information models to advance a space. People at Microsoft know JD for innovation, productivity, and changing the world because he always took on big challenges and moved the ball forward.
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Sir David Omand - How Spies Think: 10 Lessons in Critical Thinking #338
06/03/2024
Sir David Omand - How Spies Think: 10 Lessons in Critical Thinking #338
Professor Sir David Omand, former UK security and intelligence coordinator, shares insights from his book 'How Spies Think: 10 Lessons in Intelligence'. He discusses the importance of critical thinking, the SEES model used by intelligence analysts, and the role of creativity in decision-making. He also explores the impact of biases, the Bayesian approach to probability, and the challenges of decision-making in high-stress environments. Omand emphasizes the need for diversity of thought and expertise, especially in the face of emerging technologies like AI and biotechnology. He concludes with the importance of ethical decision-making and recommends the book 'The Three-Body Problem' by Cixin Liu. Takeaways Developing critical thinking skills is crucial for making better decisions and avoiding biases. The SEES model (Situational Awareness, Explanation, Estimate, Strategic Notice) provides a framework for intelligence analysis. Creativity plays a role in intelligence work, particularly in finding innovative ways to uncover secrets and address challenges. Understanding biases and creating a safe space for diverse perspectives is essential for effective decision-making. Emerging technologies like AI and biotechnology require careful consideration and preparedness for potential risks. Ethical decision-making is important, and doing what is genuinely believed to be the right thing provides a solid defense. Sound Bites "We have a polluted information environment, which AI, I'm afraid, adds to with the ability to make deep fakes and to provide misleading information." "You can spot trends in technology, international affairs, domestic affairs and social attitudes, and then have the imagination to say, well, if that were to happen, what would it look like?" "The Reverend Bayes was an 18th century cleric in Tunbridge Wells, and he amateur mathematician. And he came across this rule, which we call Bayes rule named after him, which essentially relates the likelihood of something happening to which you've worked out to how you should then recalculate that likelihood when new evidence arrives." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Sir David Omand 02:32 The Polluted Information Environment and AI 06:18 The Bayesian Approach to Probability 09:00 The Importance of Explanation in Intelligence Analysis 11:34 The Role of Creativity in Intelligence Work 15:34 Navigating Biases and Creating a Safe Space for Decision-Making 23:29 Teamwork and Decision-Making in High-Stress Environments 25:25 The Importance of Expertise in Crisis Management 29:23 Preparing for the Challenges of Emerging Technologies 32:09 Ethical Decision-Making and Doing What Is Right
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The World’s Most Creative People With Debbie Millman – #337
06/29/2022
The World’s Most Creative People With Debbie Millman – #337
The World’s Most Creative People With Debbie Millman – #337 Named as “one of the most creative people in business” by Fast Company, Debbie Millman is a designer, author, educator, curator and host of the podcast “Design Matters,” one of the world’s first and longest running podcasts. In the 16 years since its inception, “Design Matters” has garnered a Cooper Hewitt National Design Award, six Webby nominations, and an Apple Podcasts “best overall podcast” designation. In 2009 Debbie co-founded with Steven Heller the world’s first graduate program in branding at the School of Visual Arts in New York City. Her writing and illustrations have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, New York Magazine, Print Magazine, Design Observer and Fast Company. She is the author of seven books, including her latest, , a book she describes as ‘a love letter to creativity, a testament to the power of curiosity. It features nearly 60 interviews curated from her podcast show with guests including Brené Brown, Tim Ferriss, Anne Lamott, Seth Godin, Malcolm Gladwell, David Byrne and Maria Popova. These conversations explore what it means to design a creative life, the creative process, dealing with rejection, and the relationship between humanity and creativity. Welcome to the SuperCreativity Podcast Debbie Millman.
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The Story of Paypal and the Entrepreneurs Who Shaped Silicon Valley With Jimmy Soni – #336
06/23/2022
The Story of Paypal and the Entrepreneurs Who Shaped Silicon Valley With Jimmy Soni – #336
The Story of Paypal and the Entrepreneurs Who Shaped Silicon Valley With Jimmy Soni – #336 Tesla, Facebook, YouTube, SpaceX, Yelp, Palantir and LinkedIn. What do all of these companies have in common? They were all formed, funded, or advised by a small group of men who founded or worked at one company, PayPal. Members of the PayPal Mafia as it’s sometimes called, and who include Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, Max Levchin, and Reid Hoffman, have gone on to drive innovation and entrepreneurship in the 21st Century. Yet for all their influence, the story of where they first started has gone largely untold. In The Founders: The Story of PayPal and the Entrepreneurs Who Shaped Silicon Valley, award-winning author and biographer Jimmy Soni explores PayPal’s turbulent early days. He also reveals the stories of countless individuals and hidden figures who were left out of the front-page features and banner headlines but who were central to PayPal’s success. Jimmy Soni’s previous book, A Mind at Play: How Claude Shannon Invented the Information Age, won the 2017 Neumann Prize, awarded by the British Society for the History of Mathematics for the best book on the history of mathematics for a general audience. Welcome to the SuperCreativity Podcast, Jimmy Soni.
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The New Leadership Playbook with Andrew Bryant
06/14/2022
The New Leadership Playbook with Andrew Bryant
The New Leadership Playbook with Andrew Bryant – #335 Being an effective leader in a post-pandemic world goes beyond being good at what you do; it requires balancing empathy with accountability. In The New Leadership Playbook, self-leadership coach Andrew Bryant provides a practical guide to being human and understanding people, whilst simultaneously driving for accelerated results. For nearly 25 years Andrew Bryant has been transforming individuals and organizations with his Self-Leadership Methodology and has delivered training, coaching and keynotes on five continents in 20+ Countries to 200,000+ Executives.
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The Creative Brain With With Dr Iain McGilchrist - #334
06/08/2022
The Creative Brain With With Dr Iain McGilchrist - #334
The Creative Brain With Dr Iain McGilchrist – #334 My guest today says that in order to understand ourselves and the world we need science and intuition, reason and imagination. Dr. Iain McGilchrist is a psychiatrist, neuroscience researcher, philosopher, and literary scholar. He is a Quondam Fellow of All Souls College, Oxford, an Associate Fellow of Green Templeton College, Oxford, a Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, and a former Consultant Psychiatrist and Clinical Director at the Bethlem Royal & Maudsley Hospital, London. He is the author of a number of books but is best known for The Master and his Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World. In his latest book he argues that we have become enslaved to an account of things dominated by the brain’s left hemisphere, one that blinds us to an awe-inspiring reality that is all around us.
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How Emotions Shape Our Thinking With Leonard Mlodinow – #333
05/31/2022
How Emotions Shape Our Thinking With Leonard Mlodinow – #333
How Emotions Shape Our Thinking With Leonard Mlodinow – #333 How can you make better decisions? How can you improve your relationship with others? What can you do to live a happier life? My guest today argues that the answers to all these questions and more lie in understanding our emotions. Leonard Mlodinow is a theoretical physicist and author of five best-selling books including Subliminal, The Drunkard’s Walk, and the #1 New York Times bestseller ‘The Grand Design’, co-authored with the late Professor Stephen Hawking. explores the new science of feelings and offers us an essential guide to making the most of one of nature’s greatest gifts.
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Lean Innovation Problem Solving With Peter Newell - #332
05/24/2022
Lean Innovation Problem Solving With Peter Newell - #332
Lean Innovation Problem Solving With Peter Newell – #332 Peter Newell is a nationally recognized innovation expert whose work is transforming how the government and other large organizations compete and drive growth. He is the CEO of , a Palo Alto-based innovation consultancy and early-stage technology incubator that helps solve some of the hardest real-world problems in national security, state and local governments, and beyond. He is also a founder and co-author, with Lean Startup founder Steve Blank, of Hacking for Defense (H4D)®, an academic program that engages students to solve critical national security problems and gain crucial problem-solving experience while performing a national service. Pete is a retired US Army colonel who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. From 2010 through 2013 he was the Director of the US Army’s Rapid Equipping Force (REF) charged with rapidly finding, integrating and employing solutions to emerging problems faced in the battlefield. This experience gave him a unique perspective on how to anticipate competitive challenges and head them off quickly, whether on the battlefield or in the board room.
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Innovation Is All About People With Alison Hawks – #331
05/18/2022
Innovation Is All About People With Alison Hawks – #331
Innovation Is All About People With Alison Hawks – #331 Dr. Alison Hawks is the CEO of , Ltd and Executive Director of the Common Mission Project in the UK, and a recognized expert in military strategy and sociology. Ali was previously the Director of Research of the Section 809 Panel, a US congressionally mandated commission tasked with streamlining and codifying defense acquisition. She was a Lecturer at King’s College London, Defence Studies Department, Assistant Professor at the School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University, and is currently a Visiting Research Fellow at the School of Security Studies, King’s College London. She has also taught at Brunel University and the Department of War Studies, King’s College London. Her doctorate thesis was in military sociology and Ali received her Ph.D. from the Department of War Studies, King’s College London, and her MA in Strategic Studies from the University of Leeds. She holds a BA in Political Sciences from the University of California, San Diego. Welcome to the SuperCreativity podcast Alison Hawks…
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Overcoming Resistance To Innovation with Jim Euchner – #330
05/12/2022
Overcoming Resistance To Innovation with Jim Euchner – #330
Overcoming Resistance To Innovation with Jim Euchner – #330 Many large companies today have begun to adopt the principles of Lean Startup, a methodology first adopted among Silicon Valley tech startups in order to become more innovative and agile in implementing new products, services and business models. However large corporations are not just bigger versions of startups. My guest today, Jim Euchner has studied how the Lean Startup concept can be applied to innovation within established businesses and has shared his findings in a new book called 'Lean Startup In Large Organisations'. Jim was Vice President of Global Innovation at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, where he led the development of new businesses and incubated and launched five businesses on three continents. Prior to his work at Goodyear, Jim held positions as Vice President of Growth Strategy and Innovation at Pitney Bowes, Inc. and Vice President, Network Systems Advanced Technology at Bell Atlantic (now Verizon). Today his is Editor in Chief at the Research-Technology Management journal, Honorary Professor at Aston University in the UK, a member of the Scientific Advisory Council for the Nissan autonomous vehicle program and a co-founder of the MIT Innovation Laboratory, a consortium of companies interested in user and community innovation.
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Human Creativity in the Age of Analytics With Chris Jones #328
05/07/2022
Human Creativity in the Age of Analytics With Chris Jones #328
Human Creativity in the Age of Analytics With Chris Jones #328 Chris Jones is a long-time journalist and short-time screenwriter. He has written extensively for Esquire, The Atlantic, WIRED, the New York Times Magazine, and The Wall Street Journal, and has won two National Magazine Awards for his feature writing. He was also a producer on Away, the Netflix series starring Hilary Swank. His latest book The Eye Test makes the case for human creativity in the age of analytics. The book seeks to serve as a reminder that if beauty is less of virtue in the age of analytics, a good eye still is. Welcome to the show Chris Jones.
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The Lean Startup Approach With Steve Blank #327
04/26/2022
The Lean Startup Approach With Steve Blank #327
The Lean Startup Approach With Steve Blank #327 To say that Steve Blank has led an interesting life would be an understatement. He’s had three careers: First, in the U.S. Air Force for four years during the Vietnam War. Next, as a Silicon Valley entrepreneur in 8 startups in two decades (with four IPOs). Currently as an academic teacher at Stanford, Berkeley, Columbia, and NYU. Steve Blank has changed how startups are built; how entrepreneurship is taught worldwide; how science is commercialized in the U.S., and how companies and the government innovate. He is the author of “The Four Steps to the Epiphany,” credited with launching the Lean Startup movement, and the bestselling Startup Owner’s Manual. Welcome to the SuperCreativity podcast, Steve Blank…
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Project Management And Leadership With Anh Dao Pham – #326
04/19/2022
Project Management And Leadership With Anh Dao Pham – #326
Project Management And Leadership With Anh Dao Pham – #326 How many books have you read on project management? What about leadership? The problem is these topics don’t exist in silos. My guest today says we need to combine the practice of project management and leadership into one balanced approach – project leadership. Because as we emerge from the pandemic, organizations need leaders who can unlock creativity, get projects done, and engage their teams by building strong, personal emotional connections. , Anh Dao Pham vividly brings compassionate, positive, nimble leadership to life, demonstrating with actionable guidance, the power of caring and connection to inspire outstanding results.
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Marcus Buckingham: How to Find What You Love - #325
04/12/2022
Marcus Buckingham: How to Find What You Love - #325
How to Find What You Love With Marcus Buckingham Did you know that less than 16 percent of us are fully engaged at work, with the rest of us just selling our time and talent and getting compensated for our troubles? Meanwhile, many leaders' energy levels are depleted; employees are burning out at an alarming rate, and parents met their breaking point long ago. When it comes to work my guest today argues that we are getting something terribly wrong. He believes we've designed the love out of our workplaces so that they fail utterly to provide for or capitalize on, one of our most basic human needs: our need for love. Marcus Buckingham is a global researcher and the world’s authority on what the most effective leaders and highest-performing people do differently. He is the New York Times best-selling author of two of the most popular business books of all time, , and . Marcus is the creator of the and the co-creator of StrengthsFinder - his strengths assessments have been completed by over 25 million people worldwide. Building on two decades of experience as a Senior Researcher at The Gallup Organization, he leveraged his data-based discoveries to build a $100 million tech company focused on helping people find and contribute their strengths at work. Beginning with , and continuing through his latest book he is known for using reliable psychometric data to get to the core of what drives engagement, resilience, and productivity. Welcome to the SuperCreativity Podcast Marcus Buckingham.
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Sebastian Mallaby: Venture Capital and the Art of Disruption
03/29/2022
Sebastian Mallaby: Venture Capital and the Art of Disruption
Sebastian Mallaby: Venture Capital and the Art of Disruption Innovations rarely come from “experts". When it comes to improbable innovations, one legendary tech Venture capitalist told my guest today that the future cannot be predicted, it can only be discovered. Sebastian Mallaby is the Paul Volcker Senior Fellow in International Economics at the Council on Foreign Relations and a Washington Post columnist. In his new book The Power Law - Venture Capital and the Art of Disruption, he has parlayed unprecedented access to the most celebrated venture capitalists of all time—the key figures at Sequoia, Kleiner Perkins, Accel, Benchmark, and Andreessen Horowitz, as well as Chinese partnerships such as Qiming and Capital Today—into a riveting blend of storytelling and analysis that unfurls the history of tech incubation, in Silicon Valley and ultimately worldwide.
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Elaine Pofeldt: Strategies for Creating a High-Revenue Business - #322
03/22/2022
Elaine Pofeldt: Strategies for Creating a High-Revenue Business - #322
Elaine Pofeldt: Strategies for Creating a High-Revenue Business Whether you’ve launched your own e-commerce endeavor, built your own professional services firm, sold online courses or membership programs, or are just itching to flex your entrepreneurial muscles, starting a small business – a company with 20 employees or fewer – is a rewarding way to earn a living and get creative. In Elaine Pofeldt’s new book ‘Tiny Business, Big Money’ she reveals the strategies for creating a high-revenue microbusiness. In it, she reveals insightful profiles of nearly 60 micro-businesses that hit $1 million in annual revenue including 49 that hit seven figures with either no payroll or very small teams. Elaine is a journalist specializing in entrepreneurship and is also the author of The Million-Dollar, One-Person Business. Her work has appeared in CNBC, Fortune, Forbes, Money, and the Tim Ferriss Show
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The Art And Business of Turning Your Ideas into Gold – #321
03/15/2022
The Art And Business of Turning Your Ideas into Gold – #321
The Art And Business of Turning Your Ideas into Gold – #321 There has never been a more crucial time than now to develop your creativity and your ability to innovate. In her new book ‘How Creativity Rules The World‘, New York-based contemporary art advisor and curator Maria Brito illustrates how creativity is merely a series of habits, actions, and attitudes that anyone can develop—regardless of who you are or what you do. Maria Brito has helped build the art collections of hip-hop moguls, Oscar-winning actors, and Fortune 500 CEOs and in this new book shares stories of the art and business of turning your ideas into gold.
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David Schonthal: Overcoming the Resistance That Awaits New Ideas. - #320
03/08/2022
David Schonthal: Overcoming the Resistance That Awaits New Ideas. - #320
David Schonthal: Overcoming the Resistance That Awaits New Ideas. David Schonthal is an award-winning Professor of Strategy, Innovation & Entrepreneurship at the Kellogg School of Management where he teaches courses on new venture creation, design thinking, healthcare innovation, and creativity. Along with his colleague Loran Nordgren, David is one of the originators of Friction Theory – a ground-breaking methodology that explains why even the most promising innovations and change initiatives often struggle to gain traction with their intended audiences – and what to do about it. This work is popularized in David’s bestselling new book, The Human Element: Overcoming the Resistance That Awaits New Ideas.
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