#TChat forums , we came, we saw, and we disrupted. But this wasn’t random disruption. It was organized chaos — all in the name of knowledge sharing among talent-minded professionals. (For tweet-by-tweet highlights, see the Storify slideshow below.)
Business technology analyst Jim Lundy helped lead the TalentCulture community conversation this week, as we explored the most disruptive innovations on the horizon, and discussed their potential impact on the world of work.
As Jim explained in a blog post yesterday , innovation is at the heart of how we measure companies today. Organizations must have a robust approach to managing innovation. Although disruptive innovation is based on technology, its success actually depends upon how well people understand and apply it in real-world environments.
What Is Disruptive Innovation?
The concept of disruptive innovation was first coined by the soft-spoken Harvard professor Clayton Christensen in 1997. Think of it as technology that transforms a market or sector by introducing simplicity, convenience, accessibility and affordability where complexity and high cost are the norm. At first blush, a disruptive innovation may seem inconsequential or unattractive, but ultimately it can radically redefine whole industries or sectors.
In this brief video, Professor Christensen describes how he introduced the theory to former Intel CEO, Andy Grove:
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The Value of Innovation: Big Dollars In Disruption
See the disruptive innovation chart and article at the New York Times What does all this mean, in terms of business benefits? A new McKinsey report examines the economic impact of 12 emerging disruptive technologies — led by the mobile Internet and knowledge work automation. As the New York Times illustrates , by 2025, these 12 technologies are expected to create a whopping $33 trillion a year in global business value.
Linking Disruption With Employee Engagement
Why and how can leaders encourage employee engagement via disruption ? Recently, TalentCulture founder Meghan M. Biro examined this question, in response to a Gallup poll that indicates 70% of American workers are either actively or passively disengaged at work. Business collaboration and knowledge sharing tools can make a big difference in supporting connections and professional development that help employees feel empowered and appreciated.
In addition, talent strategist Gary Kastenbaum recommends that business leaders approach employee engagement with a disruptive mindset. He outlines three guiding principles:
Lesson 1 : Corporate social responsibility programs and cause marketing are linked and drive employee engagement.Lesson 2 : Engaged employees are proud of your organization’s values and they are loyal to your company.Lesson 3 : Engaged employees are recruited, not created.
What do you think of this framework for “disruptive” engagement? How far into organizational process should “disruption” reach?
Big Issues — Big Ideas
This week’s events challenged each of us to take a fresh look at our personal and organizational attitudes, values and behaviors when it comes to technology and innovation. But we’ve only just begun to push the envelope! Thanks for contributing your thoughts and concerns — we look forward to hearing more from you on this topic. In case you missed any of the #TChat action, we invite you to review highlights in the slideshow below, along with other related resources.
#TChat Week-in-Review: Technology Disruption and Adoption
Read the Preview Post now SUN 8/11:
#TChat Preview: Our Community Manager, Tim McDonald , outlined the week’s topic in the preview post: Tech Disruption: Too Much Of A Good Thing?
MON 8/12:
Forbes.com Post: Several previous posts from TalentCulture CEO, Meghan M. Biro underscored technology advancements, and their implications for today’s workplace. Read:
• “5 Trends Defining The World of Work and Leadership in 2013” “Your Employees Are Engaged: Really?” “Employee Engagement: Every Leader’s Imperative”
WED 8/14
Meghan M. Biro and Kevin W. Grossman talked with Jim Lundy about today’s hottest technology advancements, and their impact on business organizations. Listen now to the radio show recording.
#TChat Twitter: Jim joined the entire TalentCulture community on the #TChat Twitter stream for an open conversation about disruptive technologies in today’s workplace. If you missed the action, or want to review highlights, check out the Storify slideshow below:
#TChat Twitter Highlights: Technology Innovation: Disruption and Adoption
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Closing Notes & What’s Ahead
GRATITUDE: Thanks again to Jim Lundy for generously sharing insights about today’s most innovative workplace technologies. It’s exciting to peek into the future of work with experts like you!
NOTE TO BLOGGERS: Did this week’s events prompt you to write about innovation, disruption and corporate culture? We’d love to share your thoughts. Post a link on Twitter (include #TChat or @TalentCulture ), or insert a comment below, and we’ll pass it along.
WHAT’S AHEAD: Next week, our “summer restart” series continues, with a look into the strategic business value of workplace flexibility. So plan to join us, and check for details this weekend on TalentCulture social channels .
In the meantime, the World of Work conversation continues everyday. So join us on the #TChat Twitter stream, on our LinkedIn discussion group. or on other social channels. And feel free to explore our redesigned website. The lights are always on here at TalentCulture, and your ideas and opinions are always welcome.
See you on the stream!
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