Pros and Cons of Becoming an Innovation Consultant

Pros and Cons of Becoming an Innovation Consultant

The decision between working for a large corporate organization or a small consultancy can arise at any point in an innovator's career. The motivation for change can come from a contact offering an opportunity, or from a desire for lifestyle change. The article explores the benefits of consultancy, such as freedom, flexibility, creativity, and variety, and the downsides, including stability, experience, chief cook and bottle washer responsibilities, and network challenges. Ultimately, the choice depends on an individual's needs, commitments, risk tolerance, habits, and bank balances.

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You’re Asking the Wrong Innovation Questions

Asking customers what they want in a product usually results in unsatisfactory innovations. Instead, ask customers what job they are trying to achieve and what metrics they use to evaluate how well the product helps them achieve their goal.

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The Five Sources of Innovation Consultants

Innovation consulting firms can come from different domains such as strategy, design, marketing, creativity, and innovation as a process or capability. The amount of innovation work to be done internally versus outsourcing is also an essential factor for companies to consider.

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Bill Gates talks about the Green Premium, and what innovations are going to save the planet

Bill Gates talks about the Green Premium, and what innovations are going to save the planet

Bill Gates discusses the Green Premium and the importance of innovation in sustainability.

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