The value of diverse perspectives in the process of innovation

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  1. Explain the value of diverse perspectives in the process of innovation.
  2. How is this related to the concept of strong versus weak ties?
  3. Why do most large organizations seem to have trouble coming up with and implementing innovations?
  4. If you were running a large organization, how would you make sure that innovative thinking was not only “safe,” but encouraged?  Why is it important to make it “safe to fail”?  (See Slide 5 of the Lesson 3 PowerPoint). In connection with (4), please view the following short link: https://www.ted.com/talks/shimpei_takahashi_play_this_word_game_to_come_up_with_original_ideas
  5. In addition to the course readings and lectures (which you may cite along with other sources), you should use LIRN to find at least one additional article related to this topic.  One is provided for you (Russel and Russel [1992] in the Readings for Lessons 3 and 4.

Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwbX4HUOdE8