In the preceding two posts, I missed an important aspect of our unrealistic expectations: the ambiguous attitude towards technology that runs through today's western societies. So here's part 3 of 2.
Expectations and realities – Part 2
In the previous post it became pretty obvious that there is a significant mismatch between the facts about innovation and what we think them to be. Today I'll try to cast some light on the underlying reasons for that discrepancy.
Expectations and realities – Part 1
One of the biggest quandaries in innovation is the discrepancy between our hopes and desires on one side and the real outcomes on the other. Often the result does not match the expectations. What’s the reason for that?
On leadership
Innovation is an investment. Considerable resources are put aside, often for a long time, in hopes of some dividend at a later stage. This entails risk, and that requires leadership to deal with.
Science – A great innovation
What makes a great innovation? It should certainly generate value for society. That is, for many, many people. It should also have a lasting impact. And maybe, in retrospect, it could have changed the course of history? Now that's a tall order. Examples, please.
understanding innovation 