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Manage Self, Lead Others: Emotional Intelligence and Leadership for Managers173 Reinventing Innovation—Nils VeskWant to know the secret to leading with creativity, driving innovation, and making AI your competitive edge?
Nils Vesk, founder of Ideas with Legs and author of The Reinvention Spirit and Innovation Archetypes, shares how leaders can turn ideas into impact.
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[01:44] How AI shifts the role of human imagination
[03:08] Moving past fear and resistance to AI adoption
[03:27] Three essentials o...
2025-11-0425 min
The Nils Vesk Show – Creative Thinking & Problem-Solving for LeadersHow to Get Your Creative Mojo Back at Work (4 Proven Fixes + Bonus Mind Hack)Feeling stuck, uninspired, or like your creative edge has vanished?In this episode, I’m sharing 4 powerful ways to get your creative mojo back at work—so you can generate better ideas, gain recognition, and feel good doing it.🧠 From rewriting your story…💬 To using prompts and micro-habits…🚀 To rewiring your self-belief with a powerful tapping technique backed by psychology…You’ll walk away with simple, science-backed strategies to boost your creativity and performance instantly.🎁 FREE RESOURCE:Download the Productivity + Purpose Planner I mentioned in the episode here:👉 https://ideamaverick.com/productivityGot a question or topic you want me to cover next?Drop it in th...
2025-07-2914 min
The Nils Vesk Show – Creative Thinking & Problem-Solving for Leaders🎙️ How to Turn Mistakes into Momentum (Without Repeating Them)Mistakes happen — but what you do with them makes all the difference.In this episode, I unpack a simple framework to help you learn from any mistake, fix what’s actually causing it, and use that insight to level up your results.You’ll learn:✅ The 3 most common types of mistakes (and why they happen)✅ 7 hidden triggers that make good people stuff things up✅ How to spot friction points before they turn into full-blown failuresYou don’t need to dwell...
2025-06-1019 min
The Nils Vesk Show – Creative Thinking & Problem-Solving for Leaders3 Simple (Tech-Free) Tools to Boost Your Thinking, Focus & ResultsFeeling buried under productivity apps and hacks that promise the world but deliver overwhelm?In this episode, I reveal three underrated, zero-tech strategies you can use right away to sharpen your thinking, get more done, and unlock creative breakthroughs — without downloading a thing.Here’s what you’ll learn:✅ How mind mapping untangles your thoughts and kickstarts momentum.✅ A powerful twist on the to-do list that makes it energising (not exhausting).✅ Why most people rank their priorities wrong — and how to fix it in seconds.
2025-05-0519 min
The Nils Vesk Show – Creative Thinking & Problem-Solving for LeadersThe #1 Mindset Shift That Separates Overlooked Employees from In-Demand LeadersIf you keep feeling like you're being overlooked at work this episode is for you - I'll cover three critical actions you need to take from being on the front foot and looking for problems to your ability to think on the fly.If you like this episode you'll love my Idea Maverick Program find out more at https://ideamaverick.com/
2025-04-1520 min
The Nils Vesk Show – Creative Thinking & Problem-Solving for LeadersA Step-by-Step Guide to Making Smarter Decisions, FasterEver felt like your brain’s buffering like it’s stuck on dial-up? In this episode of The Nils Vesk Show, we tackle the silent productivity killer: decision fatigue. You’ll discover why smart people stall, the #1 framework to speed up your thinking, and five simple tools to make faster, smarter decisions—without the fear of stuffing it up.We cover: • The real reason you’re overwhelmed (hint: too many low-value choices) • How to use the ‘Do it, Delegate it, Defer it, Delete it’ rule like a pro • A simple reframe using your B.R.A.I.N • The RASCI cheat code for g...
2025-04-0820 min
The Nils Vesk Show – Creative Thinking & Problem-Solving for LeadersHow to Prevent Burnout from Trying to Keep UpIs your to-do list multiplying faster than rabbits on Red Bull? 🐇⚡You’re not alone—and you’re not lazy. You’re just stuck in Hustle Culture Hell.In this episode of The Nils Vesk Show, we bust the myth that working more = being worth more. Instead, you’ll learn how to work smarter, not harder (yes, really).✅ Why 'busyness' does not equal effectiveness✅ How to operate in your Zone of Genius✅ 4 time-saving email power moves: Do it, defer it, delete it or delegate it A✅ A simple Energy Audit to reclaim your sanity✅ Why you should only check your email twice a day💡 B...
2025-03-2823 minThe Nils Vesk Show – Creative Thinking & Problem-Solving for LeadersWhy People Hate Innovation (And What to Do About It)Ever had a great idea shot down with “too risky” or “not a priority”? 😤It’s not because your idea isn’t good—it’s because people are wired to resist innovation. From negativity bias to fear of failure, we instinctively reject change. But that’s just the start…In this episode, I’ll reveal why innovation fails (and what you can do about it):✅ People resist change – Fear of mistakes, bias toward the status quo, and risk aversion all work against innovation.✅ Too many ideas can be a curse – Without a clear selection process, great ideas get lost in the chaos.✅ Being excited does...
2025-03-1912 minThe Nils Vesk Show – Creative Thinking & Problem-Solving for LeadersFast Thinking, Smart Moves: Thriving in High-Stress MomentsEver freeze up when the pressure’s on? Whether it’s a high-stakes decision, a tough client call, or a sudden challenge, your ability to think clearly and quickly can make all the difference.In this video, I’ll break down three powerful strategies to help you stay sharp under pressure:✅ Use a problem-solving framework – Stop treating symptoms and go straight to the cause. Is it a behavioural, environmental, or logistical issue? The right diagnosis leads to the right solution.✅ Control your breathing – A simple belly-breathing technique to calm your nervous system and keep your brain from going blank.✅ Strengthen your...
2025-03-1815 minThe Nils Vesk Show – Creative Thinking & Problem-Solving for LeadersHow to Pitch Ideas That Get a YES – The Secret to Winning Approvals FasterEver had a great idea shot down with “too risky” or “not a priority”? It’s not because your idea isn’t good—it’s because decision-makers need to feel safe saying yes. 💡In this episode, I’ll show you how to make your ideas easy to approve by:✅ Pitching the next step, not the whole thing.✅ Turning wasted time into dollars.✅ Validating before you pitch.🔔 Watch now and start getting more YESes!👉 Want the full Perfect Pitch Formula? Check the link in my bio!Give this a 👍🏿 if you found this helpful and want more tips! #leadership #ideas #brainstorming #creat...
2025-03-1812 min
Ideas with LegsThe 3 Golden Rules of User Testing in Design Sprints
Master user testing in your design sprints with these three golden rules: 1. Observe, don't predict - Watch how users interact with your product instead of asking them to guess their usage. 2. Engaging interviews - Ask insightful questions like 'I noticed you did this - what was your thought process?' to understand user behavior. 3. Think-aloud prompts - Encourage users to verbalize their actions with questions like 'Why did you choose to do that?' This video will guide you through effective user testing techniques to get the most out of your design sprint. Don't forget to subscribe for more...
2024-01-0701 minIdeas with LegsStoryboarding in Design Sprints Essential for Effective PrototypingWant to transform your ideas into impactful prototypes in a design sprint? Start with storyboarding. This video guides you through why storyboarding is a crucial step, ensuring your prototypes are well-thought-out and effective. Dive into the art of visual storytelling as a foundation for successful prototyping. Don't forget to subscribe for more valuable design sprint techniques!
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2024-01-0601 minIdeas with LegsBoost Your Design Sprint's Idea Generation: The Power of Prompts
Struggling to generate killer ideas in your design sprints? Discover the proven method: using prompts. This video shows you how prompts can drastically increase both the quantity and quality of ideas, complete with a revealing graph from a real sprint session. Subscribe now for more breakthrough strategies in design sprint facilitation!
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2024-01-0501 minIdeas with LegsAvoid This #1 Mistake in Idea Generation During Design Sprints
Ever wondered why some design sprints fail to produce innovative ideas? This video reveals the top mistake to avoid: critiquing ideas during the generation phase. Learn why holding off on critiques is crucial for fostering creativity and how to encourage open idea sharing. Subscribe for more insights into running successful design sprints!
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2024-01-0401 minIdeas with Legs4 Key Steps to Launch a Successful Design Sprint Team
Embarking on a design sprint? Discover the four pivotal steps to success in this quick guide: defining a major challenge, choosing the right team members, setting a specific goal, and crafting an emotionally compelling story to inspire. Ideal for those looking to enhance their project management and inspire innovative thinking. Subscribe for insightful tips on design sprints!
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2024-01-0301 minIdeas with LegsSelecting Your Design Sprint Team: Key Considerations & Expert Tips
Choosing the right people for a design sprint? This video delves into the essentials: from recruiting internal team members to involving external experts and customers. Plus, discover the types of questions to ask and how to reframe problems as opportunities for better outcomes. Subscribe for more practical strategies on design sprints!
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2024-01-0201 minIdeas with LegsDesign Sprints: Top 10 Business Problems They Solve
Unlock the power of design sprints to tackle your top business challenges. This quick video lists 10 key issues that design sprints can help you overcome, from improving customer engagement to accelerating product development. Perfect for busy professionals seeking effective solutions. Subscribe for bite-sized insights into using design sprints for business success!
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2024-01-0101 minIdeas with Legs3 Essential Components for a Successful Design Sprint
Unlock the secret to a successful design sprint with these three critical components: 1. Transforming problems into opportunities – a pivot that turns challenges into viable solutions. 2. Generating a wealth of ideas ripe for prototyping – where quantity breeds quality. 3. Moving seamlessly from evaluation to implementation – observe, learn, and plan your next steps based on real user interactions. This video is your guide to mastering the art of design sprints, ensuring each phase contributes to a meaningful outcome. Don't forget to subscribe for more insights into effective sprint strategies!
2023-12-3101 min
Ideas with Legs3 ways you can measure the ROI of your AI investments
In this podcast, I’m going to share three ways you can measure the ROI of your AI investments effectively.
Here’s a quick rundown of what you’re about to learn:
1️⃣ I’ll discuss the importance of KPI tracking (Key Performance Indicators). Simplify your metrics to focus on efficiency, time-saving, cost reduction, or customer satisfaction. These straightforward indicators will help you easily measure your investment's ROI.
2️⃣ I’ll delve into running a cost-benefit analysis. Evaluate the actual costs involved, such as software agreements and training time, and compare them to the savings or benefits, like reduced labor costs, problem-solving ef...
2023-12-3002 min
Ideas with LegsHow can you foster an AI innovative culture while combining innovation with AI driven tools in order to get great results?
In this podcast, I’m going to show you how to foster an AI-innovative culture while combining innovation with AI-driven tools to achieve outstanding results.
Here’s a quick rundown of what you’re about to learn:
1️⃣ I’ll discuss the importance of incentivising creative problem-solving. Implement a reward or recognition system that acknowledges and encourages individuals who use creative thinking alongside AI to develop solutions.
2️⃣ Next, I’ll talk about initiating cross-training programs. These programs bring together tech-savvy individuals with non-tech team members, facilitating the exchange of skills and knowledge to collaboratively work on innovative projects.
3️⃣ Then I’ll delve into the concep...
2023-12-2901 min
Ideas with LegsHow to get a team interested in using AI, especially if they are tech-resistant?
In this podcast, I’m going to show you how to get a team interested in using AI, especially if they are heavily tech-resistant.
Here’s a quick rundown of what you’re about to learn:
1️⃣ First, I’ll discuss the importance of a hands-on easy demonstration. Show your team how AI can be used in their daily activities to save time, reduce stress, and increase productivity. Demonstrations that highlight tangible benefits can pique their interest and make AI more accessible.
2️⃣ Next, I’ll talk about proactively addressing concerns. Create a transparent forum, like a town hall meeting, where team members can o...
2023-12-2802 min
Ideas with LegsHow we can use AI to streamline the ideation to execution process
In this podcast, I’m going to show you how to leverage AI to streamline the ideation-to-execution process, enabling faster, more efficient, and risk-minimized innovation.
Here’s a quick rundown of what you’re about to learn:
1️⃣ First, I’ll discuss the use of prioritized algorithms. These algorithms help you evaluate and rank ideas based on predefined criteria, making it quicker and easier to identify high-potential ideas without sifting through countless options. You can customize the criteria to align with your organization's priorities.
2️⃣ Next, I’ll introduce AI project management tools. These tools assist in project planning by providing accurate timelines...
2023-12-2702 min
Ideas with LegsHow do we create some feedback systems that enable us to refine the AI solutions
In this podcast, I’m going to show you how to create effective feedback systems that enable us to refine AI solutions while enhancing our innovative thinking.
Here’s a quick rundown of what you’re about to learn:
1️⃣ First, I’ll explain the concept of a dual-loop feedback system. This involves two feedback loops: one focusing on data analysis to refine and improve AI algorithms, and the other centered on qualitative feedback from users to assess how they perceive and interact with the AI.
2️⃣ Next, I’ll introduce the idea of an idea exchange platform. Instead of generic crowdsourcing, pro...
2023-12-2602 min
Ideas with LegsWhat's the easiest method for less creative people to spark innovative ideas?
In this podcast, I'm going to share the easiest method for less creative people to spark innovative ideas: Reverse Brainstorming.
Here's how you can use this technique to stimulate creativity and generate innovative solutions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Setup: Start by grabbing a sheet of paper and dividing it into three columns.
2️⃣ List What NOT to Do: In the first column, instruct your team to brainstorm and write down all the things they should NOT do to solve the problem or address the challenge at hand. Encourage them to think of the worst possible ideas, no matter how absurd or unconventional.
3️⃣ Identify Ext...
2023-12-2502 min
Ideas with LegsWhy should we innovate?
In this podcast, we'll address a fundamental question that many consultants often avoid: "Why should we innovate?"
Here's a concise breakdown of the key reasons why innovation is essential:
1️⃣ Accelerated Growth: Innovation fuels growth by continually introducing new or improved products and services. This dynamic approach helps a company expand its market share and remain competitive in the long run.
2️⃣ Market Dominance: Innovators are leaders, not followers. They stay ahead of the curve by developing products that captivate a willing market seeking the next big thing and superior solutions. This positions your company as a dominant force in the industry...
2023-12-2402 min
Ideas with LegsWhat's a clear and standardised method to evaluate idea and benefits?First, I’ll introduce a simple one-page self-assessment form that should be completed before submitting any idea. This form should include these key questions:
1️⃣ How Workable is the Idea?
Determine if the idea explores new territory or if it's something that has been overdone without room for innovation.
2️⃣ How Willing is the Market?
Assess whether there is a genuine demand for the solution and if customers are willing to pay for it.
3️⃣ Is It Winnable?
Evaluate how quickly and effectively the idea can be executed in comparison to competitors.
4️⃣ Tactical Alignment:
Consider how well the idea aligns with the organization's str...
2023-12-2302 min
Ideas with LegsThe best ways to encourage my team to innovate
In this podcast, I will show you the best ways to encourage my team to innovate:
1️⃣ Craft Inspirational Stories
Create stories that inspire your team to bridge the gap between where they are now and the innovative future you envision. Share these stories regularly and diversify the storytellers to include various perspectives and voices.
2️⃣ Provide Space and Support
Offer your team the necessary space, time, and support to innovate. Encourage and empower them to take innovative initiatives.
3️⃣ Simplify Innovation
Don't burden your team with reinventing the wheel. Instead, focus on small, achievable steps. For example, you can ask, "What could we do...
2023-12-2202 min
Ideas with LegsHow to successfully move an idea into implementation?
In this podcast, I’m going to show you how to successfully move an idea into implementation, a critical skill for every innovator.
📋 Here’s a quick rundown of what you’re about to learn:
1️⃣ I’ll guide you on planning your innovation journey, sharing insights on how to meticulously map out your steps, ensuring nothing is overlooked.
2️⃣ You’ll learn how to identify and tackle potential obstacles, offering you the tools to navigate challenges like a pro.
3️⃣ Then, I’ll teach you the importance of validation and seeking feedback, drawing inspiration from the world of mad scientists who understand that feedback is...
2023-12-2102 min
Ideas with LegsWhat's the best question to prompt innovation in your team?
In this podcast, I’m going to share the best question to prompt innovation in your team.
Here’s a quick rundown of what you’re about to learn:
1️⃣ First, I’ll reveal the simple yet powerful question: "What's an incredible innovation, invention, or idea that you've seen recently outside of your industry that grabbed your attention, and why?"
By asking this question, you encourage your team to think beyond their industry, job roles, and daily routines. They'll reflect on experiences like a fascinating holiday, an impressive website, or a user-friendly app. These experiences can trigger innovative thinking.
2️⃣ Next, I'll explain how...
2023-12-2002 min
Ideas with LegsWhat are some creativity techniques other than design thinking?
In this podcast, I'll share some creativity techniques beyond design thinking to enhance your creativity.
1️⃣ Scramble Technique: Prompt your mind and others by using the Scramble technique. This involves substituting, combining, reversing, adding, multiplying, magnifying, minimizing, breaking up, breaking down, leveraging, or eliminating elements. Prompts like these can stimulate new ideas.
2️⃣ Strengthen Your Alternative Muscle: Train your brain to come up with multiple alternatives on the spot. The more alternatives you can generate, the more likely you are to discover innovative solutions. Practice substituting different elements and exploring new combinations.
3️⃣ Change Levels of Thinking: Shift your thinking to different levels of ab...
2023-12-1902 min
Ideas with LegsHow to present your ideas to a board or committee?
In this podcast, I'll share how to effectively present your ideas to a board or committee.
1️⃣ Validate the Problem and Market: Demonstrate that you have validated the problem you're addressing and confirmed there is a market willing to pay for the solution. Boards and committees are more likely to support ideas with proven viability.
2️⃣ Highlight Strategic Fit: Emphasize how your idea aligns with the strategic priorities of your organization. Showcase how it contributes to achieving overarching goals and objectives.
3️⃣ Address Risk Head-On: Address the element of risk. Identify and focus on the most significant uncertainties and potential implications of your idea. E...
2023-12-1802 min
Ideas with LegsWhat holds me back from innovating?
In this podcast, I’ll explain what often holds you and your team back from innovating and how to overcome it.
Here’s a quick rundown of what you’re about to learn:
1️⃣ First, I’ll address the primary obstacle – the fear of making mistakes. Research suggests that about nine out of ten people are motivated by avoiding mistakes in their work. However, many wrongly perceive innovation as inherently risky, leading them to avoid it.
2️⃣ Next, I’ll discuss the solution – validation. By teaching people how to validate ideas cost-effectively and rapidly, we can eliminate the fear of mistakes. This process provides...
2023-12-1701 min
Ideas with LegsHow to foster innovation and stay ahead with your thinking?In this podcast, I'll share how to foster innovation and stay ahead in your thinking:
1️⃣ Search for Pain Points: Identify bottlenecks, frustrations, or recurring problems within your industry or processes. These challenges represent opportunities for innovation. Focus on solving these pain points to drive innovation.
2️⃣ Stay Abreast of Emerging Trends: Keep yourself informed about emerging trends in various domains, including scientific, technological, environmental, economic, and legal areas. This awareness will inspire fresh thinking and enable you to anticipate and innovate ahead of your competitors.
3️⃣ Adapt Ideas from Outside Your Industry: Innovative solutions often result from combining ideas from different industries...
2023-12-1601 min
Ideas with LegsHow to sell your idea to executive management?In this podcast, I’m going to show you how to sell your idea to executive management successfully.
⦿ First, I’ll share the three essential W's to consider: Workable, Winnable, and Willing. Is your idea workable in an unexplored territory or an area that competitors haven't addressed effectively? Are your customers willing to pay for your solution? And how winnable is your idea? Can it be executed quickly and efficiently?
⦿ Next, I’ll discuss the tactical, technical, and financial aspects of pitching your idea. Is your idea aligned with the organization's strategy (tactical)? Do you have the technical expertise to execute...
2023-12-1502 min
Ideas with LegsHow to balance everyday work while finding time to innovate?
In this podcast, I'll share practical methods for balancing your everyday work activities while still finding time to innovate.
Method One: Use "Charrette"
⦿ Think of "charrette" as setting aside short bursts of focused time.
⦿ Just like designers who create amazing work when a deadline is near, allocate brief periods (5, 10, or 30 minutes) to work on innovative ideas.
⦿ This helps overcome procrastination and boosts productivity.
Method Two: Capture Ideas Anywhere
⦿ Ideas often come when you're not working.
⦿ Carry a device like your smartphone to jot down or record ideas.
⦿ Whether you're golfing, relaxing in a bath, or dining out, capture ideas as they aris...
2023-12-1403 min
Ideas with LegsHow do I encourage innovation in a team that lacks diversity?
In this podcast, I'll discuss how to encourage innovation in a team that may lack diversity:
1️⃣ Change Perspectives:
Encourage team members to envision how individuals from diverse backgrounds, such as surgeons, Oprah, or Richard Branson, would approach the problem. This shift in perspective can introduce fresh insights and ideas.
2️⃣ Create Odd Couples:
Pair team members with contrasting backgrounds and perspectives. For example, match a tech-savvy individual with a customer service representative who may lack technical expertise. These unique pairings often spark innovation, even though conflicts may arise.
By implementing these two strategies, you can infuse diversity into your team's innovati...
2023-12-1302 min
Ideas with LegsHow to promote innovation in a results-focused transactional organisation?
In this podcast, I'll discuss how to promote innovation in a results-focused transactional organisation.
1️⃣ Reward and Recognise Validation:
Encourage and recognise individuals who validate their ideas up front. Validation significantly reduces the risk associated with innovation and boosts confidence. It's a critical aspect of the innovation process.
2️⃣ Share Impactful Stories:
Share stories that highlight the importance of innovation and its direct impact on the bottom line. Emotional stories that bridge the gap between the current state and desired outcomes help employees understand why innovation matters.
3️⃣ Reward Improvement in Innovative Behaviour:
Recognise and reward employees for demonstrating behaviours that drive innovation...
2023-12-1202 min
Ideas with LegsHow get people to understand the importance of processes in our organisation?
In this podcast, I'll share simple ways to help your organization understand the importance of processes.
1️⃣ Think of business processes as the GPS of your organization. Instead of viewing them as bossy instructions, consider them as collaborative guidelines to help everyone navigate effectively.
2️⃣ When creating a process, make it a team effort. Involve everyone, just like in brainstorming sessions. Sticky notes can become your best friends during this process.
3️⃣ Incorporate multiple perspectives. When many people contribute, the process becomes a collective effort, rather than one person's dictatorial approach.
4️⃣ Start small when developing process maps. This way, any mistakes or adjustments won...
2023-12-1102 min
Ideas with LegsHow do I sell innovation in my organisation?In this podcast, I'll guide you on how to effectively sell innovation within your organization.
1️⃣ Focus on building trust. Trust is formed when expectations align with experiences. Share success stories and demonstrate how innovation is being successfully implemented. Show people that you are delivering on their expectations.
2️⃣ Prove the value of innovation. Highlight how it benefits the organization, whether it's saving time, effort, or money. Concrete examples of how innovation works in practice can be powerful in showcasing its value.
3️⃣ Position yourself as a thought leader. Share inspiring innovation stories that encourage others to bridge the "innovation gap." Consistent messaging is...
2023-12-1001 min
Ideas with LegsHow can we innovate quickly?
In this podcast, I'll share straightforward methods to innovate more quickly than ever before.
1️⃣ Foster a flexible mindset within your team. Encourage them to generate alternative ideas readily. A flexible mindset ensures you can brainstorm and explore a multitude of concepts on demand.
2️⃣ Become adept at efficient validation. Confirm that you're addressing a genuine problem, that there's a market willing to pay for your solution, and that your solution effectively resolves the problem. Swift and cost-effective validation is key.
3️⃣ Embrace processes. Processes provide predictability, streamline efforts, and maintain consistency. Utilize templates for evaluating ideas and insights, ensuring that your validation m...
2023-12-0901 min
Ideas with LegsEducation initiatives to ensure we get AI mastery & innovative thinking
Discover three practical ways to seamlessly integrate AI solutions into your existing workflow processes.
⦿ Phased Implementation: Instead of diving headfirst into AI adoption, start small with a pilot program. Evaluate, gather feedback, and incorporate it into the next rollout. Gradually, you'll bring more people on board, ensuring a more significant impact.
⦿ Comprehensive Workflow Mapping: Identify key areas where AI can optimize your workflow. Prioritize those with the most potential. As momentum builds, expand AI integration to other processes.
⦿ Cross-Functional Integration Teams: Foster collaboration across different departments and skill sets. By involving diverse teams, you'll highlight the value of AI integr...
2023-12-0801 minIdeas with LegsThe #1 Mistake in User Testing: How Many Users Are Enough
Think you need a crowd for effective user testing in design sprints? Think again! This video busts a major myth: that extensive user groups are necessary for valuable feedback. In reality, testing with just 5 users can unveil 85% of the insights you need. Learn why a smaller, iterative approach - test with 5, incorporate feedback, then test with another 5 - can be much more effective. Subscribe for more insights into optimizing your design sprint process!
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2023-12-0701 min
Ideas with Legs3 Ways to craft a positive AI narrative for innovation
Crafting a positive AI narrative for innovation! 🚀 Here are three key takeaways
⦿ Share success stories and case studies to show how AI makes life easier.
⦿ Frame AI as "augmented intelligence" to emphasize its role in boosting productivity.
⦿ Foster transparency through town halls, reassuring AI's purpose is to enhance, not replace
Make sure you claim your free Innovation Checklist to create rapid innovation at minimal risk here: https://breakthroughinnovator.com/
2023-12-0702 min
Ideas with LegsHow do we create some feedback systems that enable us to refine the AI solutions?Here's a question I've been getting a lot lately how do we create some feedback systems that enable us to refine the AI solutions that we're using while bolstering our innovative thinking that's behind how we use those AI tools?
The first thing that we can do is to create a dual-loop feedback system. I know it sounds a bit complex, but the first one is how can we look at the data around the algorithms that our AI is using. So refining and improving them. The second feedback system we want to have is to look...
2023-12-0602 min
Ideas with LegsWhat's the easiest method for less creative people to spark innovative ideas?What's the easiest method for less creative people to spark innovative ideas?
Simply put is called reverse brainstorming. So do this activity. One, grab a sheet of paper and divide it into three columns. In the first column, get your people to write out all of the things they can't do to solve the problem that you're trying to deal with.
So let's say for example the challenge is losing clients and say, what are all the ways that we can lose clients? So you're trying to do all of the things you're not supposed...
2023-12-0502 min
Ideas with LegsWhy should we innovate?Here's a simple question that a lot of consultants avoid. Why should we innovate?
First off, innovation accelerates growth. If you're continually producing new or improved products or services, it means you capture more market share.
Next, we've got market dominance. Innovators aren't followers, they're leaders, and they're ahead of the curve. When you've got products that are grabbing the attention of a willing market who want that next big best thing and a superior solution, you've got it sewn up.
Thirdly, innovation gives you efficiency and cost savings, whether it's through a...
2023-12-0401 min
Ideas with LegsWhat's the best question to prompt innovation in your team?In this podcast, I’m going to share the best question to prompt innovation in your team.
Here’s a quick rundown of what you’re about to learn:
1️⃣ First, I’ll reveal the simple yet powerful question: "What's an incredible innovation, invention, or idea that you've seen recently outside of your industry that grabbed your attention, and why?"
By asking this question, you encourage your team to think beyond their industry, job roles, and daily routines. They'll reflect on experiences like a fascinating holiday, an impressive website, or a user-friendly app. These experiences can trigger innovative thinking.
2️⃣ Next, I'll explain how...
2023-12-0202 min
Ideas with LegsWhat holds me back from innovating?
In this podcast, I’ll explain what often holds you and your team back from innovating and how to overcome it.
Here’s a quick rundown of what you’re about to learn:
1️⃣ First, I’ll address the primary obstacle – the fear of making mistakes. Research suggests that about nine out of ten people are motivated by avoiding mistakes in their work. However, many wrongly perceive innovation as inherently risky, leading them to avoid it.
2️⃣ Next, I’ll discuss the solution – validation. By teaching people how to validate ideas cost-effectively and rapidly, we can eliminate the fear of mistakes. This process provides...
2023-12-0101 min
Ideas with LegsEducation initiatives to ensure we get AI mastery & innovative thinking
In this video, I'm going to show you how to/ answer the question: What are 3 ways that we can roll out an educational initiative to ensure that we've got AI mastery while having a deep rooted innovative mindset?
Discover three practical ways to seamlessly integrate AI solutions into your existing workflow processes.
⦿ Phased Implementation: Instead of diving headfirst into AI adoption, start small with a pilot program. Evaluate, gather feedback, and incorporate it into the next rollout. Gradually, you'll bring more people on board, ensuring a more significant impact.
⦿ Comprehensive Workflow Mapping: Identify key areas where AI can optimize your...
2023-10-0101 min
Ideas with Legs3 Ways to craft a positive AI narrative for innovationIn this video, I'm going to show you how to answer the question 3 Ways to craft a positive AI narrative for innovation.
Crafting a positive AI narrative for innovation! 🚀 Here are three key takeaways
⦿ Share success stories and case studies to show how AI makes life easier.
⦿ Frame AI as "augmented intelligence" to emphasize its role in boosting productivity.
⦿ Foster transparency through town halls, reassuring AI's purpose is to enhance, not replace
If you love this content, don't forget to check out our website for more valuable insights.
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2023-09-2902 min
Ideas with Legs3 ways that you can seamlessly integrate your AI solutions into your existing workflow processes
In this video, I'm going to show you how to/ answer the question 3 ways that you can seamlessly integrate your AI solutions into your existing workflow processes
Discover three effective ways to seamlessly integrate AI solutions into your existing workflow processes.
⦿ Phased Implementation: Instead of diving headfirst, start small with a pilot program. Evaluate, gather feedback, and improve before expanding. Slowly but surely, more people will embrace AI, creating a more significant impact.
⦿ Comprehensive Workflow Mapping: Identify areas where AI can enhance productivity. Focus on the most promising areas first, and as momentum grows, extend AI integration to other proc...
2023-09-2802 min
Ideas with LegsIs Creativity a talent or a skill?Is creativity a talent or is it a skill? Good question. And the answer is kind of, could be both. Well, let me explain.
Why is creativity a talent? Or a skill. Well, most people wrongly believe that you have to be born creative in order to be a creative genius. Not true. While there are some people that inherently have creative behaviors that have just naturally been there from a very early age, all of us had creative tendencies, creative thinking, and creative ideas and creative behaviors when we were children.
...
2023-09-0402 min
Ideas with LegsWhat is the last step in problem solving?What is the last step in problem solving?
Well, I would say that it is solution implementation. Here's why. At the end of the day, we've got, we think we've come up with a solution, but if we don't know how to actually implement that solution, then we haven't effectively solved the problem. And I think there are four things that we can consider when it comes to solution implementation as part of problem solving.
Number one, you wanna think of what are the foreseeable obstacles? You know, those roadblocks that you...
2023-09-0402 min
Ideas with LegsWhat distinguishes between a leader and a follower?I'm going to talk about something we often wonder: What distinguishes between a leader and a follower in terms of innovation?
First up, let's start with a leader.
So a leader is usually someone who has discovered an insight before anyone else, or at least they've been able to capitalize on that insight before Anyone else That might be a customer frustration, a need or desire. Or an emerging trend. So not only have they captured upon that, but they've also gone and built a solution that effectively solves that problem or...
2023-09-0403 min
Ideas with LegsWhat is creativity?What is creativity?
This is a question I get asked very often.
Three ways to think of creativity.
One, think of it like a mixing pot of all of your thoughts. Just imagine you are cooking something, throwing in a stack of different ingredients, mixing 'em differently to see what pops up. It's a mix of experiences, thoughts, and curiosity.
Number two, think of creativity, like connecting unlikely dots. You can almost imagine it's like building something with Lego pieces that you've never connected before and looking back and going, huh...
2023-09-0401 min
Ideas with LegsWhat are the skills necessary for becoming an innovation consultant?
Here is a question I get a lot. What are the skills necessary for becoming an innovation consultant?
Well, for over 20 years I've been doing just that. So here's a few things I think that you need to have. Number one is curiosity, and that is really the skill of being able to ask questions and to investigate why. Why does someone have a problem?
Why does someone have a need or a frustration, or why has this got an emerging trend that we could be capitalizing on? Or that behavior on...
2023-09-0402 min
Ideas with LegsWhat does creativity mean to me and how do I define it?
What does creativity mean to me? How do I define it and what ways have I been creative in my career?
Great question.
So let's start off with the first component, which is around defining creativity.
Creativity for me. Is about the ability to approach a problem and to generate ideas that people haven't considered before. It's about changing our level of thinking so that we see a problem differently, and we can also generate ideas that other people haven't considered to do. In some ways, it's about , joining dots that other people...
2023-09-0402 min
Ideas with LegsWhat are innovation consultant services and what probs do they solve?
I'm going to talk about something we often wonder: What are innovation consultant services and what probs do they solve?
First up, let's look at products. So if your company's looking at inventing a ,or creating a new product, that's where an innovation consultancy can help. Well, they help you to either look at what new insights or customer needs might be out there or frustrations in order to help you to create. A product that is really valuable.
Two, they might help you in the generation of ideas.
Three, they might look at looking...
2023-09-0402 min
Ideas with LegsWhat is the difference between disruptive innovation radical innovation discontinuous innovation and breakthrough innovation?
I'm going to talk about something we often wonder:
What's the difference between disruptive innovation, radical innovation, discontinuous innovation and breakthrough innovation?
So disruptive innovation is kind of like the cool kid who crashes the party completely uninvited. And when we think about that from an innovation perspective, yes, we want people to change things up, but at the same time, we wanna make sure that nothing gets broken.
Now radical innovation is kind of like being thrown a curve ball when everyone is expecting. A straight ball. It changes and mixes...
2023-09-0402 min
Ideas with LegsWhat’s the difference between creativity and innovation and which one is better?
I'm going to talk about something we often wonder: What’s the difference between creativity and innovation and which one is better?
Well, it's a tough question, but really simply put, creativity is like the spark that creates the fire. For you to cook up some amazing things. Now, reality is we need to have creative ideas. That is when we are curious, when we explore, when we dare to question, when we dare to combine things we've never combined before.
It's a mental playground in many ways. Now if we compare th...
2023-09-0402 min
Ideas with LegsWhat are the 4 characteristics of innovation?Here is a question I get a lot.
What are the four characteristics of innovation?
Well, the first one is it starts off with an insight that is a human truth, a belief, an obvious pain point, or a frustration or an unmet need or desire, or even emerging trend that hasn't been capitalized on yet.
Two, it's about having an idea that effectively solves. That problem that you've identified or that emerging trend or opportunity?
Three, it's about looking at. Iterating, creating a prototype...
2023-09-0401 minIdeas with LegsWhat's the difference between creativity and innovation and which one's better?Here's a question I get a lot!
So what's the difference between creativity and innovation and
which one's better?
Well, it's a tough question, but really simply put,
creativity is like the spark that creates the fire. For you to cook up some
amazing things. Now, reality is we need to have creative ideas. That is when we
are curious, when we explore, when we dare to question, when we dare to combine
things we've never combined before.
It's a mental playground in many ways. Now if we compare that
to innovation, which...
2023-08-3101 minIdeas with LegsThe Top 3 Brainstorming Techniques from 20 years of Innovating.If you've ever looked for brainstorming techniques on Google, you'll know there are a LOT of different brainstorming techniques out there, and it's really tricky to work out which ones are the most effective and trying to remember them all.
So I've spent a stack of time checking with my clients from the last 20 years to find out which ones I've taught them are the most effective and most used, all to help you start brainstorming ideas to generate brilliant business results.
And make sure you stick around to the end because I'm also going...
2023-02-0813 minIdeas with Legs21 Innovation Questions to Prepare for 2023 That Will Actually Drive ResultsI like goals, but goals don’t prompt action.
I’ve looked back over the questions that prompt the most innovative growth results for my clients, and I’ve carefully curated a list of the most effective ones.
The 21 questions I have included are powerful. They may seem simple, but that does not belittle their effectiveness.
If you can commit to answering just a few of these questions, I can guarantee that you will get improved results.
If you start to answer these questions now, you’ll avoid the new year fog, ove...
2022-12-1110 min
Ideas with LegsHow to get people to self assess their ideas so you don't have toSorting and assessing other people's ideas is time-consuming, frustrating and often a waste of time. Especially when you consider how few ideas submitted are focussed on business growth innovation.
But there's a better way to handle it. Hang around, and I'll show you how.
Like supermarket self-checkouts get you to do their work for them, you can get people to do work for you, by self-assess their ideas.
Meaning you get to go home on time, and only the best ideas come through. Oh, and there will be no more politics, resentment or...
2022-07-2108 minIdeas with LegsA business innovation growth skill that is hard to master but will pay off foreverIn this session, I want to share a critical business innovation growth skill that is hard to master but will pay off forever. It will help you avoid costly mistakes and take you into the upper echelon of innovation leadership.
From my 20 years of working in the business innovation industry, I’ve noticed that there is one common mistake that leaders make when it comes to business growth innovation. This mistake can cost people money, time, effort, reputation and even their job.
The mistake that leaders get wrong so often is:
1. Failing to ca...
2022-07-1412 minIdeas with LegsHow to run a business growth innovation program with no training, no support and no processesMost people will tell you that you need an innovation structure, multiple procedures, company-wide training and an innovation team to run an effective innovation program.
They're WRONG! It's one of the reasons so many of these initiatives fail. People make them too complex, stifling business growth innovation rather than enabling it.
Today, I will show you the critical concepts you need to run a business growth innovation program without any processes, support, or training.
So that you can get results happening now without having to implement costly programs.
And suppose you...
2022-07-0615 minIdeas with LegsHow To Achieve Business Growth Innovation Without A BudgetWant to get over the no budget hurdle?
If you’re a business leader who feels like the number one thing stopping you from getting those breakthrough results is not having any budget. Then you’ll love what I’m going to share today.
It will help you go from feeling under-resourced and unloved to feeling like your money is the least of your problems.
In this session, you’re going to learn 2 simple yet powerful ways I help my clients get over the ‘no budget’ hurdle and into the business growth red carpet.
...
2022-06-3010 minIdeas with LegsThe 3 critical validation steps to risk-free business growth innovationYou don’t have to risk your job or business reputation to achieve business growth innovation.
It’s the myth I bust most often.
People see other leaders that have achieved growth rapidly and think they had to risk everything to do it...they don’t.
In fact, they SHOULDN’T...
In this session/ video/ article/ post, you will learn the exact 3 proven ways I help organisations and leaders create risk-free business growth innovation.
See some more complete instructions on my validation techniques by downloading your free cop...
2022-06-1613 minIdeas with LegsWhat is an innovation disruption, and should you try it or ditch it? The ask Nils Vesk series.Unless you've been living under a rock, you'll have heard of the term ‘innovation disruption’ or ‘disruptive innovation.
But do you really know what it means, and more importantly, is it worth chasing?
Disruptive innovation theory is complex and confusing, so almost everyone makes up their own definition and loosely calls anything that creates a disruption in an industry a disruptive innovation.
And when it comes to disruptive innovation companies, most of us would label a company such as Uber as a great example of disruptive innovation.
But according to the academ...
2022-06-0206 minIdeas with LegsMy top 21 tips on evaluating an innovation agencyFirst up, what's an innovation agency and what do they do?
Generally, people use one of five terms for external experts who innovate for companies. They are:
Innovation Agency
Innovation Consultancy
Innovation Company
Innovation Strategy Consulting
Innovation Consulting Firms
And well, they all pretty much mean the same thing.
While there might be some differences in their approach to innovation, the goal is the same. To help you create a product, process or service innovation that improves the results of an organisation.
Innovation Expert Nils Vesk discusses why and when people wil...
2022-05-2313 minIdeas with LegsWhy a hackathon, design sprint, or innovation sprint are perfect ways to hack your business growth. The ask Nils Vesk series.It sucks if your business results have hit the ceiling, and you can't see a way to increase them.
Running a rapid business innovation event is one proven way to achieve a breakthrough.
But…
If you get it wrong, you can waste a lot of time, energy, and money.
I can help you eliminate nearly all the risks with the following hackathon and innovation sprint tips.
Innovation Expert Nils Vesk discusses how to eliminate nearly all the risks with the following hackathon and innovation sprint tips.
You’ll al...
2022-05-1312 minIdeas with Legs125 Innovation Synonyms You Should Be Using In Your Business Right Now. The ask Nils Vesk series.Synonyms, what the heck?
Yes, being able to find other words to describe innovation can help your business.
When I started my innovation journey 20 or so years ago, most people didn’t know what business innovation meant.
The only solution was to take people through it step by step.
Today people immediately associate innovation with risk.
But there are other words that can make your life easier if you've got people…
· Pushing back against innovating
· Who don't understand how innovation can apply to their work/ role
2022-04-2715 min
Yeukai Business ShowEpisode 425: Nils Vesk | How To Pivot A Business Rapidly At Minimal Risk And Minimal CostWelcome to Episode 425 of the Yeukai Business Show.
In this episode, Nils Vesk discusses How To Pivot A Business Rapidly At Minimal Risk And Minimal Cost.
So, if you want to know more about How To Pivot A Business Rapidly, tune in now!
In this episode, you'll discover:
How to create money-making ideas and problem-solving ideas on demandHow to rapidly validate a business idea before you even build it and without spending a fortune. How to create a new and improved business offering that outperforms the existing one
2022-04-2231 minIdeas with LegsHow to innovate when you have no time? The Ask Nils Vesk series.I often get asked this question "How do I innovate when I have no time?"
TO answer this question I share the story of a client of mine who had this exact problem. And the one technique I shared with him, saved his career.
I hope you enjoy it, but more importantly, I hope you apply the technique. It works!
You can read about it here too: https://ideaswithlegs.com/blog/innovation-prompt-that-makes-money
Tnx for listening.
Cheers,
Nils
nils@ideaswithlegs.com
2022-03-1806 min
Manage Self, Lead Others: Emotional Intelligence and Leadership for Managers#23 Innovation, with Nils Vesk< >TALKING POINTSThe most innovative companies look across three areas; process, product and service.Why is it important for a manager to lead innovation and how can that be done?Innovation can make a massive difference. It relieves job boredom and can bring a new lease of life; an energy that wasn't there before.An innovative company doesn't need a whiz-bang product. It could be what's happening internally.If you can innovate your process, then that's automatically going to increase the...
2021-02-1030 min
Ideas with LegsS2 E5 HOW TO REINVENT LIKE AN EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE EXPERTWhat if you could work out how to boost your employee experience?
In this episode, Nils sits down with Jen Jackson, the co-founder of award-winning, employee experience company Everyday Massive and best-selling author of How to Speak Human to discuss all ways that she applies design thinking and communication genius to boost employee experience.
You're going to hear and learn...
What is employee experience and why it's so important.
How design thinking can be used to improve employee experience and safety.
Thanks for tuning in and remember we're here t...
2020-11-1849 min
Candour Communication PodcastNils Vesk on communicating ideas, creating safe environments and treading softly on dreams (#6)2:14 - why ideas are important.3:19 - ideas can die when not communicated well.4:32 - impact of cognitive load on communication.5:46 - less is often better.7:05 - know your audience's world.7:55 - using inclusive language.9:36 - meeting the audience where they are at.9:57 - Port method pitch formula.12:32 - death by detail.13:06 - Matt Church pitch technique.15:02 - importance of emotion to communication.17:24 - humour for communication and creativity.20:47 - treading softly on someone's ideas.
2020-11-151h 05
Apricot Consulting PodcastReinvention and innovation during the COVID era with Nils VeskReinvention and innovation during the COVID era with Nils Vesk by Apricot Consulting
2020-10-2122 min
The Kind BossThe Kind Boss Episode 24: Creativity and Innovation in Business | How Ideas Become Profit with Nils VeskAre you tired of the same old ideas and want to add creativity and innovation in business? Is it time to figure out how ideas become profit? In this episode of The Kind Boss podcast, founder of Outsourcing Angel, Linh Podetti, speaks to Nils Vesk, Innovation Expert and founder of Ideas with Legs.
Nils shares with Linh why is innovation important is business and how innovation technique can be used to create rapid growth for your business. When you adopt design thinking and map out process goals that are innovative and refreshing, your journey will inspire your...
2020-10-0600 min
The Marketing ReportResearch and Reading Minds with Nils Vesk: The Marketing Report EP46 – Business, Marketing and SalesWhether you're wanting to develop new products and services or whether you're trying to engage better customers, knowing the minds of your prospects will help deliver more value and close more sales. In this episode I speak with author of Innovation Archetypes and Ideas with Legs, Nils Vesk. We discuss everything from idea generation to research and product creation and find out why being able to read people's minds isn't creepy, it's commercially smart. In this episode: Big Data and how we can use data in our business. The history of influence and attraction...
2020-09-2931 min
Ideas with LegsS2 E4 HOW TO REINVENT LIKE A MASTER COACH AND CONSULTANTWhat if you could ask the type of questions a world-class coach would ask you? How good would your business and career be?
In this episode, Nils sits down with James Natsis, CEO of Apricot Consulting to discuss all ways that you can use a coaching methodology reinvent.
You're going to hear and learn...
Where to start with a reinvention
How to deal with roadblocks
A solid coaching methodology
Thanks for tuning in and remember we're here to help businesses reinvent their business results. For more tips and tricks head to IdeasWithLegs.com
2020-09-1742 min
Ideas with LegsS2 E3 HOW TO REINVENT LIKE A WORLD-CLASS CUSTOMER CENTRICITY EXPERTWhat if you could work out how to build a customer-centric business?
In this episode, Nils sits down with Mark Hocknell, author of Profit by Design - how to build a customer portfolio full of profitable promoters to discuss all ways that putting the customer first can increase business profitability. Check out his customer centricity model too.
You're going to hear and learn...
About how to profit by design
Architecture for customer engagement
Validation and an evidence-based approach
Thanks for tuning in and remember we're here to help businesses reinvent their business results...
2020-09-0349 min
Ideas with LegsS2 E2 HOW TO REINVENT LIKE A WORLD-CLASS BEHAVIOURISTWhat if you could work out what your customer is thinking or how to drive someones behaviour?
In this episode, Nils sits down with Alison Hill, the co-founder of Pragmatic Thinking and best selling author of Dealing with the tough stuff to discuss all ways that she applies behaviour change to reinvention.
You're going to hear and learn...
How Alison discovered when customers were cashed up and ready for her service.
What really drives behaviour
Why assumptions lead us to create mentor, stories that can derail us
Tips and tricks to change your thinking a...
2020-08-2056 min
Ideas with LegsS2 E1 HOW TO REINVENT LIKE A WORLD-CLASS MARKETERWhat if you could work out when you've got a customer who's cashed up and ready to pay for your help? In this episode, Nils sits down with Franziska Iseli, the Founder of global small business marketing group Basic Bananas to discuss all ways that she applies reinvention to her remarkable businesses to help you start reinventing your business results.
You're going to hear and learn...
How Franziska discovered when customers were cashed up and ready for her service.
How to embrace the fear of failure and learn fast
The power of being unique and different...
2020-07-1739 min
12 Hats RadioThe Architect, The Hero and The Girl Next Door! Interview with Nils Vesk from Ideas with LegsNils Vesk, Reinvention Renegade, Public Speaker and Extreme Athlete comes into the studio today to have a good discussion on archetypes and how they can help your personal brand and business.
Nils has worked around the globe, leading companies such as Nestle, HP & Pfizer turn to Nils Vesk to share his unique game-changing innovation techniques for formulating commercial insights, ideas, extraordinary customer experiences and irresistible products. Nils Vesk is an international authority on innovation and the inventor of the ‘Innovation Archetypes Process’.
This process enables common people to create uncommon market-leading innovation that empowers organisations to fo...
2020-06-1944 minIdeas with Legs#14 HOW TO THINK LIKE A FUTURISTIn this podcast, Reinvention expert Nils Vesk reveals why you should think like a futurist and how to go about it.
Here are four (4) reasons why you should think like a futurist and listen to this podcast:
Futurist's principles help you to formulate commercial insights that lead to contingency & development strategies.
Assists in deciding where to innovate next and where to find new emerging markets.
To anticipate customer demands before they ask for them.
Think like a futurist when deciding where to innovate next and when looking for new emerging markets.
2020-04-2134 minIdeas with Legs#13 DECODE YOUR CUSTOMER TO DOUBLE YOUR INCOMEThe nine keys to discovering what drives your customer spend.
In this podcast session you’ll go from feeling stumped and clueless about what your customer wants next, to feeling crystal clear and confident about what they really want. You’ll finally be able to experience the excitement of discovering what makes your customer tick and therefore make it so much easier in designing the perfect product or service offering that has customers opening their wallets.
2020-04-2128 minIdeas with Legs#12 FOUR SIMPLE YET EFFECTIVE STEPS TO REWIRE YOUR BRAINThe big idea I'm itching to share in this podcast is that you can rewire your self-limiting stories into empowering neural connections by mirroring your harmful self-talk. I'll unpack this in four simple steps. I can also promise you that it's possible to rewire any mind and you can start right now. Yes, any mind, no matter how old or how stubborn can be rewired.
2020-04-2114 minIdeas with Legs#11 WHAT STOPS YOU FROM THINKING ON YOUR FEET?What stops you from thinking on your feet?
You’re invited to a crucial meeting with no time to prepare or even know what the problem will be, but you know you’re going to have to think on your feet. The only problem is there are big obstacles that are likely to prevent you from being the star of the show. Obstacles such as politics, half-baked ideas, public speaking nerves and the risk of rejection. In this podcast, we share how to overcome these obstacles so that you are all set to think on your feet like...
2020-04-2127 minIdeas with Legs#10 Overcome your internal obstacles with high self efficacyObstacles, we all have them and yet the most common obstacle my clients (and myself) come across are those created by our own mind. In this podcast we deep dive into the power of self efficacy theory and how you can use it to overcome those mental obstacles to being that better professional, creating that big idea, hitting those targets you dream of and much much more.
For a written story that illustrates the power of self efficacy read our self-efficacy blog post on the same topic.
Cheers,
Nils
Nils Vesk
2020-04-2133 minIdeas with Legs#09 WORLD CREATIVITY & INNOVATION WEEKWhen we celebrated the UN’s World Creativity & Innovation Week we created a podcast to share some famous Australian inventions to help celebrate this important week.
2020-04-2120 minIdeas with Legs#08 REINVENT YOUR MESSAGEEver wondered why some messages get more cut-through and buy-in than others? 90% of the time it’s because they are unique, respond to an insight, and prompt an emotional response. The other 10% of the time is because it’s laden with humour.
In this podcast Nils Vesk shares some of the secrets to help you reinvent your message making. Whether you have a presentation to the boardroom, a pitch to a customer, or a keynote at a conference, the tips Nils shares will help you nail it.
2020-04-2124 minIdeas with Legs#07 DISCOVER YOUR INNOVATIVE STRENGTHSEver wondered how innovative you are, or more importantly what ways you could become even more innovative by working in your strengths and working on your weaknesses? If you answered with a yes then this podcast is for you.
Nils Vesk from Ideas with Legs unpacks how to assess your strengths and shares a prescription on how to improve to that next level.
2020-04-2126 minIdeas with Legs#06 PROFITABLE PITCHES AND PRESENTATIONSYou have a great idea, and your boss or potential investors are waiting for your pitch. You have one chance to make a good first impression. Do you have what it takes to deliver a winning pitch? 🤔
Watch this video by Reinvention expert Nils Vesk as he shares his secrets to a compelling & effective presentation.
2020-04-2124 minIdeas with Legs#05 FROM BOARDROOM PANIC TO BOARDROOM PAY-RISEEver been in a meeting where the pressure was on to create ideas on demand, and either you felt flat footed and failed to create any ideas or the ideas you did come up with were a little bit lame?
Sound familiar? I come across countless number of people who share with me the panic, fear and stress that can come when they have to create ideas and solutions under pressure.
In this podcast Reinvention expert Nils Vesk shares some of his most successful ‘step by step’ techniques on how to create ideas to complex probl...
2020-04-2120 minIdeas with Legs#04: TURNING PAIN-POINTS INTO PAYMENTSPain in business is inevitable, yet too few of us know how to convert those pains into payments. In this podcast, international Reinvention expert Nils Vesk reveals how to identify commercial insights from problems and convert them into commercial ideas, giving you a new ’super power skill’ at work to supercharge your career or to uncover the hidden gem that could become your next income-generating side project.
2020-04-2124 minIdeas with Legs#03: THE NEXT BIG TRENDS IN TECHNOLOGY AND TRENDS FOR 2019 AND BEYONDIf you miss the next big trend, you can kiss that promotion goodbye and go from being “sought out” to “left out” for that next exciting project.
In this podcast, Reinvention futurist Nils Vesk shares the next big trends coming your way in technology and science to make sure you’re not left behind and you don’t miss out on that next commercial opportunity. From wearables & ‘digestibles’ to AI & Biotech, Nils has got you ‘future-proofed’ in science and tech trends.
2020-04-2124 minIdeas with Legs#02: HOW TO VALIDATE YOUR IDEAS TO PROTECT YOUR CASH AND REPUTATIONIt’s hard to commit to an idea if you’re not sure that it will succeed.
If you have an idea for a side hustle or a big idea at work, but you really don’t know if it will work or spell the end of your career, this episode is for you.
In this episode, reinvention expert Nils Vesk takes you through the most effective ways to validate your ideas, to make sure you’re protecting your hard-earned cash or reputation.
2020-04-2130 minIdeas with Legs#01: MOTIVATION TIPS TO HELP YOU CREATE BRILLIANT INNOVATION ALL YEAR LONGIt’s hard to get ahead if you can’t stay motivated on the right things. In this podcast, Innovation and transformation expert Nils Vesk unpacks the world’s best motivation tools and techniques to help you get and stay motivated. Meaning your fledgling ideas will get to fly or your mojo will stay at its peak no matter what challenges come your way.
2020-04-2126 min