Innovation CoachingWhat it is, What it does
R. Sridhar, Innovation Coach, IDEAS-RS, [email protected], +919820183752
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“Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.”Albert Einstein
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Who it is forThe Business Leader*
and his team of direct reports**
* CEOs/CXOs, SBU Heads, Founder/Owners** Maximum 5 direct reports
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What it isInnovation Coaching
is a dual coaching process that helps the business leaderand his team of direct reports
build their innovation capabilities
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Business Leader ConcernsBeing more innovative. Fostering innovation at workplace and getting better results. Building
an innovative team. Measuring innovation success.Getting out of the tyranny of routines.
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Team ConcernsGetting out of habitual ways of thinking.
Generating more alternative and bold solutions. Being able to see the promise and potential of a new idea. Seeing a new idea through.
Implementing with conviction and rigour.
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Coaching the Business Leader One-to-One Process. Where are we today.
Where do we want to be.How do we get there.
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Where are we today (example)“Talented team, unable to break out of habitual ways of thinking.
Worried about failures, risk averse.Losing opportunities, competitive edge.”
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Where do we want to be (example)“Highly energized team
which thinks beyond the obvious. Understands how to look at potential opportunities. Owns the concept
and runs with it. Knows how to navigate to get results.”
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Coaching the TeamGroup process
Alignment with vision/strategy/valuesWorking in collaborationAdopting bold challenges
Training to think creatively, acting logically
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Coaching the Team2Understanding the innovation process
Working without stressLearning to use a variety of tools
and techniquesLearning to use these on a day to day basis
Owning an idea and seeing itthrough its entire journey
and executing it
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ResultsClarity in direction
Better, more relevant ideasSpeed in execution
Engaged and motivated teamFinding solutions in spite of constraints
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BenefitsHelp leaders innovate
Create a culture of real implemented innovationExpert hand-holding and support right through
from ideas inception to execution
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What will the Business Leader be able to do differently?
The Business Leaderwill be able to set a clear innovation agenda
and drive it to completion.Foster an innovation climate
where the team thrives.Unearth the innovation potential of the team.
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What will the team be able to do differently?
Demonstrate capability to innovate in spite of constraints.
Asking for the right resources where and when appropriate.
See innovation projects through to completion.
Enjoy the process.
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Defining success & measuring itBusiness Leader and coach will jointly define
what success should mean. Together they will define
key milestones and a time frame.
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R. Sridhar, Innovation CoachPartner, IDEAS-RS
Former Director, Ogilvy India
R. Sridhar, Innovation Coach, IDEAS-RS, [email protected], +919820183752
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ExperienceInnovation Practice - 12 yearsAdvertising, Direct Marketing,
Brands & Consulting - 25 years
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CredentialsTrained facilitator - Interactive Innovation, Ogilvy.Trained Innovation Facilitator - Synectics, Boston.
Advanced Consulting Skills, Designed Learning, New York.Innovation, Creativity & Change - OUBS, London.
Accredited CEO Coach, Coaching Foundation of India.Has facilitated over 350 innovation workshops
for blue chip clients in India, across various industries.
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ExpertiseHelping people:think differently,
get out of habitual ways of thinking, build raw ideas into powerful solutions,
get internal buy-in and support, navigate ideas through execution,
do things better, differently
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Coaching durationSix month engagement.
Continuous support through meetings, phone, mail, SKYPE etc
as required to make this successful.Mandatory
Regular & rigorous reviews with Business Leader
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Do you have the time?Is innovation one of your
top 3 priorities? As a Business Leader
are you willing to commit your time to this coaching engagement,
no matter what?
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First stepsIf Innovation is on your top 3 priority list,
and you are keen to make innovation work for you, your team and your organization,
call me for a no obligation meetingat +919820183752
Or write to me at [email protected]
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R. Sridhar, Innovation Coach, IDEAS-RSwww.ideasrs.com
[email protected]+919820183752
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