A few years ago, we hosted a hands-on, immersive experience for 6 start-up founders working on early-stage businesses. One specific founder showed up with a great idea. It solved a pain point in the market and people around him were enthusiastic. There was just one issue: He always needed to fix one more thing before he was ready to sell it. Confidence Behind Closed Doors Doesn’t Always Translate to Sales As we worked with him it became clear that the problem wasn’t the product — at least...

Innovation is exciting and keeps businesses fresh, competitive, and ahead of the curve. Small ideas become game-changers, keeping companies relevant in an evolving world. Let’s be real—not every idea is a winner. In the race to stay ahead, businesses often chase trends that don’t fit their strengths. When they do, innovation turns from an opportunity into a costly mistake. The Power of Smart Innovation Before jumping into a new venture, ask yourself: What are we already great at? The best...

The Island of Abandoned Toys After years of working with large organizations, one thing is clear: corporate incubators often fail because...