Innovation Insights

Discover actionable insights from an innovation advisor to improve your innovation strategy and maximize social impact in your community

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Founder Market Fit: The Overlooked Path to Your Ideal Client Profile

Aug 8, 2025

Discover how aligning your skills with market needs creates strong founder market fit, critical to an effective ideal client profile for high-impact innovations


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Why 'Just Asking' Fails: Setting Expectations in a Relationship

Jul 31, 2025

Stop guessing. A guide to setting expectations in a relationship.

AI in Service Delivery: Supercharging Client Value

Jul 30, 2025

Learn how using AI in service delivery streamlines workflows, saves expert time & ultimately delivers greater client value faster.

AI Strategy: Case Study of How We Helped a $6 Billion Foundation

Jul 30, 2025

Avoid AI hype with a people-first AI strategy. Case study with a major foundation (billions in assets).

A Simple & Practical Business Idea Evaluation Framework

Jul 30, 2025

The wrong business idea can cost you years. But how do you choose the right one? With this simple business idea evaluation framework.

Donor Segmentation: 3 Steps to Unlock Hidden Giving Potential

Apr 22, 2025

Learn how nonprofits can use AI-driven donor segmentation to personalize annual appeals, boost donations, and build stronger relationships. Step-by-step guide.

Project Knowledge Management: How to Avert Project Failure

Apr 22, 2025

Stop project stalls caused by 'institutional forgetfulness'. Learn 5 ways Project Knowledge Management ensures continuity, accountability & smooth handoffs.

Unlock Sustainable Funding: Your Guide to Nonprofit Earned Income

Apr 22, 2025

Move beyond the grant cycle uncertainty. Learn a 3-phase validation framework to test and refine your nonprofit earned income strategy, ensuring market fit and sustainable revenue from contracts and partnerships.

Philanthropic Strategy: Three Easy-to-Miss Tips for Impact (One Pager)

Apr 18, 2025

Discover three often-missed tips for philanthropic strategy that can transform your impact

What is a Calculated Risk? An Essential Guide

Apr 17, 2025

Asking "What is a calculated risk?" This guide explains it for leaders using real examples. Learn to avoid costly failures with practical lessons & tools for lasting impact.

SaaS Transformation: 4 Steps to Profitable Growth

Apr 11, 2025

Discover the essential steps for successful SaaS transformation. Streamline operations, align stakeholders, and accelerate growth in just 1-2 quarters.

Contract to Cash: Why Social Impact Leaders Should Care

Apr 9, 2025

Discover how to streamline your contract to cash process, enhancing efficiency and cash flow for social impact leaders

Differentiators: 3 Steps to Take Today

Apr 8, 2025

Discover your key differentiators to stand out. Learn strategies for unique positioning and lasting change