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by Seth Kahan


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Real-world strategies for uncovering potential and capitalizing on opportunity

Innovation is worth little unless it generates lasting success, and gaining measurable results from new ideas requires more than creative risk-taking. Successful innovation demands a tactical approach, and Getting Innovation Right reveals how your company can secure real traction and growth in the marketplace. With Seth Kahan's outcome-based approach, based on his experience leading innovation initiatives at a diverse range of organizations, you will identify the inflection points that generate market opportunities for your company and leverage the best techniques for securing a foothold in a lucrative new space.

  • Offers a framework of 7 key activities for results-driven innovation, from intelligence-gathering through execution
  • Goes beyond abstract advice to offer hands-on approaches that are relevant and applicable in any organization
  • The companion and follow-up to Seth Kahan's bestselling first book, Getting Change Right and FastCompany.com blog Leading Change

Grounded in market-based reality, Getting Innovation Right is an indispensable resource for leaders looking to drive results and move in fresh directions.

From the rear cover

Praise for Getting Innovation Right

"Everybody knows you have to innovate to be a success, but it's easier said than done. Getting Innovation Right is a master class in mastering the current business landscape. Reading this book will give you real-world examples of innovation at work, along with tested templates for action, so you can take your creativity and drive and use them to create exciting products and services your customers will clamor for."
--Daniel H. Pink, author, Drive and A Whole New Mind

"In this dynamic and challenging global economy, those that succeed will be those who innovate. Seth Kahan's new book outlines the step-by-step keys to successful innovation and a brighter future. Getting Innovation Right is a must-read roadmap to success."
--Steve Neibergall, president, Safeway Eastern Division

"It is important to get some practical advice in a world filled with innovation theory. That's exactly what Seth offers in Getting Innovation Right."
--John H. Graham, IV, CAE, president & CEO, American Society ofAssociation Executives

"Getting Innovation Right is one of the most compelling business books to come around in a long time. The tools and techniques Seth Kahan has outlined are clear, direct, and easy to apply to any business situation. His well-reasoned approach will allow all leaders to engage in key activities that will drive success in the marketplace for their innovations."
--Mary E. Power, CAE, CMP; executive director, HR Certification Institute

"Getting Innovation Right is, most of all, a pragmatic read. Imagine if you had a systematic approach to improving your thinking. This is it."
--Alan Weiss, PhD, author, Million Dollar Consulting and The Innovation Formula

From the jacket flap

Praise for Getting Innovation Right

"Everybody knows you have to innovate to be a success, but it's easier said than done. Getting Innovation Right is a master class in mastering the current business landscape. Reading this book will give you real-world examples of innovation at work, along with tested templates for action, so you can take your creativity and drive and use them to create exciting products and services your customers will clamor for."
--Daniel H. Pink, author, Drive and A Whole New Mind

"In this dynamic and challenging global economy, those that succeed will be those who innovate. Seth Kahan's new book outlines the step-by-step keys to successful innovation and a brighter future. Getting Innovation Right is a must-read roadmap to success."
--Steve Neibergall, president, Safeway Eastern Division

"It is important to get some practical advice in a world filled with innovation theory. That's exactly what Seth offers in Getting Innovation Right."
--John H. Graham, IV, CAE, president & CEO, American Society ofAssociation Executives

"Getting Innovation Right is one of the most compelling business books to come around in a long time. The tools and techniques Seth Kahan has outlined are clear, direct, and easy to apply to any business situation. His well-reasoned approach will allow all leaders to engage in key activities that will drive success in the marketplace for their innovations."
--Mary E. Power, CAE, CMP; executive director, HR Certification Institute

"Getting Innovation Right is, most of all, a pragmatic read. Imagine if you had a systematic approach to improving your thinking. This is it."
--Alan Weiss, PhD, author, Million Dollar Consulting and The Innovation Formula

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  • Title Getting Innovation Right: How Leaders Leverage Inflection Points to Drive Success
  • Author Seth Kahan
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition International Ed
  • Pages 272
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Jossey-Bass, San Francisco, CA
  • Date 2013
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Index
  • ISBN 9781118378335 / 1118378334
  • Weight 1 lbs (0.45 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.1 x 6.2 x 1 in (23.11 x 15.75 x 2.54 cm)
  • Themes
    • Aspects (Academic): Business Aspects
  • Library of Congress subjects Strategic planning, Leadership
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2012048517
  • Dewey Decimal Code 658.406

About the author

Seth Kahan is an executive strategy consultant and author. He works directly with CEOs on change and innovation initiatives and teaches over 25,000 professionals every year in conferences and professional seminars. He has worked with Royal Dutch Shell, World Bank, the Peace Corps, and many other organizations. His first book, Getting Change Right, was a Washington Post bestseller, and he writes regularly for Fast Company's website. He lives in Bethesda, Maryland, with his wife, daughter, and son.

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