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Killer Innovations with Phil McKinney

Phil McKinney
Innovation
Home Automation
Innovation Mentorship
Research and Innovation
Mentor-Mentee Relationship
Problem Solving
Creativity
Creative Imagination
Group Think
Apprenticeship
Internship
Professional Development
Personal Growth
Problem-Solving
Digital Divide
Connectivity
Albert Einstein
Oliveriq
Leadership
Consulting

Why do smart leaders make terrible choices about breakthrough ideas? Phil McKinney draws on 40 years of innovation leadership — including as HP’s CTO and now CableLabs CEO — to share the thinking frameworks that separate breakthroughs from expensive mistakes. Weekly since 2005.

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Phil McKinney
A seasoned innovation leader with 40 years of experience, Phil McKinney has held prominent roles including CTO at HP and CEO at CableLabs. He emphasizes frameworks that distinguish effective decision-making in innovation.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 128 ratings
  • Killing it! 🎸

    Phil and his wide variety of knowledgeable guests are truly rockstars! Truly can’t believe such high quality conversations are available for free. The excellent insights they provide and the relatable way they deliver it had me hooked from the very first listen. Thanks for putting out such a stellar show, Phil - keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ArlieLP
    United States2 years ago
  • Insightful

    No matter the topic, you’re guaranteed to gain something from every episode - can’t recommend Killer Innovations enough. 🙌 This show is a listening MUST!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adarcus
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast!!!

    Phil, host of the Killer Innovations Podcast, highlights all business owners, marketing, motivation and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    roweereyes
    Philippines4 years ago
  • Great show!

    Phil, host of the Killer Innovations podcast, highlights all aspects of innovation and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    malfoxley
    United States5 years ago
  • Great show. Listened to all 16+ years of episodes

    Great listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LennyLMF
    United States5 years ago

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How to Build Innovation Thinking Skills Through Daily Journaling
Q: What innovation challenges do you consistently avoid?
Many avoid challenges that require long-term thinking or collaboration, revealing deeper beliefs about innovation.
The $1.2 Billion Innovation Disaster: 5 Decision Mistakes That Kill Breakthrough Technology (HP WebOS Case Study)
Q: How do you destroy breakthrough innovation worth over a billion dollars in just two months?
It's about systematic thinking errors that intelligent people make under pressure when evaluating innovation.
A Model Career in Innovation
Q: What role did your diverse experience play in your success?
It helped me understand the customer needs and link technical capabilities with business models effectively.
A Model Career in Innovation
Q: What advice would you give to the next generation that is interested in the innovation tech world?
Develop a never-ending curiosity and a passion to learn; go to the office to build social skills.
Exploring The Future of Cable Broadband With Paul Broadhurst
Q: What do you think the future holds for the industry?
The networks will be a much more mature medium, and there will be opportunities for universal broadband to integrate mobile and fixed systems.

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What is Killer Innovations about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the strategies and mindsets necessary for innovative thinking, this podcast features deep discussions on decision-making processes, particularly in high-pressure scenarios. It covers topics such as decision fatigue, overthinking, and the psychological impacts of conformity, pulling from diverse fields including neuroscience and behavioral psychology. Unique aspects include practical frameworks and personal anecdotes designed to equip listeners with tools for better decision making, especially in business and entrepreneurship contexts. The show offers a blend of educational content with actionable insights that are likely to resonate well with individuals seeking personal or professional growth in innovation practices.

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