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Why is it Hard to Innovate?

Information Technology ⏱ 1:06:32 Dr. Jagdish Sheth
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It presents a counterpoint to the conventional wisdom, that cultural issues keep good ideas from becoming commercially successful, by showing that the barriers to innovation are essentially structural. Topics including the factors contributing to a dramatic growth in inventions and the issues surrounding innovation resistance are discussed in detail. The course then explores the five internal sources of obstacles to innovation and offers practical and implementable strategies to overcome these barriers.

SLAThis course was originally part of the Sheth Leadership Academy video library — now preserved and made freely available here.

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