What You Should Know About 10x Thinking
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What is 10x thinking?
Also known as "moonshot thinking," 10x thinking is all about setting your sights on solutions that are 10 times better than what currently exists. It's about taking on impossible challenges and looking for ways to overcome them. And it's about having the courage to take risks and embrace the possibility of failure in the pursuit of truly transformative solutions
10x thinking is about pushing the boundaries of what is currently possible and looking for solutions that are so transformative that they have the potential to fundamentally change the way we live and work. It's about taking on "impossible" challenges and looking for ways to overcome them.
Why is 10x thinking important?
In a constantly changing and evolving world, it's important for companies to stay ahead of the curve and continuously innovate to remain competitive. Traditional problem-solving approaches, such as incremental improvement, are important for maintaining and improving upon existing products and processes. However, they are far less effective at driving breakthrough innovation
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10x thinking, on the other hand, encourages individuals and organizations to think beyond the status quo and to consider solutions that are radically different from what currently exists. By aiming for solutions that are 10 times better than the current state of the art, you can create game-changing products and services that have the potential to disrupt entire industries.
How can you foster a culture of 10x thinking?
Creating a culture of 10x thinking within a company requires a commitment to taking on bold challenges and encouraging employees to think outside the box. Here are a few ways that you can support your organisation foster a culture of 10x thinking:
10x thinking is a powerful approach to problem-solving and innovation that encourages individuals and organizations to think big and aim for solutions that are orders of magnitude better than the current state of the art. By fostering a culture that encourages risk-taking, creativity, collaboration, and long-term thinking, you can drive breakthrough innovation and deliver far more than mere incremental improvements. Just remember, if you're not doing it, someone else, somewhere else - is - and they will kick your butt.
Here are three further readings for 10x thinking.
Head of Value and Access: SubSaharan Africa
5moDo you have some live examples of 10X ideas that worked well?
Business Data Analytics | Media Insights | Brand Strategist
5moThe power of 10x thinking is truly the bedrock for exponential growth. Understanding that failure is indeed a process and an inevitable outcome to success. You can’t expect 10x solutions/results by maintaining status quo. Great read Kam Star
Director of Product Marketing - CX | Proposition Development | Storytelling | Sales Enablement
1yBig fan of this approach, Kam Star. How would you balance it against agile and the need for speed to market (and customer feedback)?
CEO Aldridge Advisors, LLC.; EY Advisory Partner / Principal (retired)
1yGreat article, Kam. It’s time to think bigger in 2023!