Google's Eric Schmidt — Innovation is managed chaos
Masters of Scale
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Embracing Chaos in Innovation
This chapter delves into the innovative culture fostered by company founders, drawing on their Stanford experiences, and emphasizes the importance of collaboration and creative problem-solving in leadership. It highlights the role of a flexible decision-making structure that empowers employees while navigating chaos, exemplified by Google's 20% time initiative that encourages autonomy and innovation. Real-world examples illustrate how effective communication and adaptability are essential for transforming ideas into successful outcomes, even amidst uncertainty.
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