Diverse Thinking for Innovation

In September, Ford Motor Company hired top Apple Executive Doug Field to run a secret division at the company. 

Another big move in Ford’s history, back in September 2006, Ford hired Alan Mullaly, former EVP at Boeing, as CEO of their company.

Why am I mentioning both of these big, out-of-the-box hires from Ford? It isn’t because I own some of their stock, it’s because these moves were considered bold. For the longest time, Automotive was very insular, hiring those from within the same sector, stealing the latest ‘hot shot’ in automotive as their ‘bold move’ promoting from within instead of being open to new innovations and a new vision for not only the company but the industry. 

In this episode, we’re talking about what it takes to be successful. How bolder thinking, new ideas, changed perspectives and controversial opinions are the only way to get ahead and expand. 

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In this episode, you’ll learn: 

The way it was done doesn’t have to be the way it has to be done. In order to grow, we need to change. Take careful note of what’s working in your life and not so you know what to change. More doesn’t mean more. Stay true to your own goals and your own metrics for success. Stepping away will give you some perspective. When we are too close to things we can’t see what’s right in front of us. The concept of cognitive diversity, which is the different ways people think, conjure, map and problem solve. It isn’t about intellect, it’s about the way people use their intellect.How to start thinking in new ways 

“Courage is something you learn to become.” 

Mentioned in this episode: 

Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey (book) 

The Design Thinking Life Playbook (book) 

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