by Susan Foley | Apr 6, 2021 | Accelerating Growth, Business Growth, Change, Innovation, Intrapreneurs, Intrapreneurship, Leaders, Strategic
When we think about April in Boston, we think about Patriots Day and the running of the Boston Marathon. Two separate events, one that honors the past, the battles of Lexington and Concord and the other that celebrates the present – a personal challenge to run 26...
by Susan Foley | Mar 9, 2021 | Competencies, Growth, Innovation, Intrapreneurial Leaders, Intrapreneurs, Intrapreneurship, Leaders, New Ventures, Startups, Talent, Value
In most organizations growth through innovation is a top priority. So is talent. Yet, few organizations adequately look at the link between innovation growth and talent. According to McKinsey, “The number one predictor of innovation success is leadership.” It is a...
by Susan Foley | Feb 16, 2021 | Conscious Leadership, Entrepreneurial, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Innovation, Intrapreneurs, Leadership, Self-awareness, Success, Transformative
Intrapreneurs are destined to change our outlook on leadership and what it means to be true to one’s self and society. To leverage what is right, just, and fair in the face of adversity. They have already made strides in changing our interpretation of what business is...
by Susan Foley | Jan 5, 2021 | Business Growth, Change, Growth, Intrapreneurs, Intrapreneurship, Taking Action, Value, Vision
Individuals in large organizations often feel that it is difficult for any one person to have an impact. Yet, it only takes one person to change the course of things and move the corporation in a new direction. It doesn’t have to be a big thing but a small strategic...
by Susan Foley | Nov 12, 2020 | Change, Entrepreneurs, Experiences, Intrapreneurs, Leaders, Learning, Power, Talent, Work
Like organizations we each have our own internal operating system (IOS) that is unique to us. Your own personal IOS powers you to operate in a certain way. It is how you are programmed. Much like the operating system (OS) in your computer or phone. Exploring your own...
by Susan Foley | Oct 13, 2020 | CEO, Change Agents, Competencies, Crisis, Independent Thinking, Innovation, Intrapreneur Scorecard, Intrapreneurs, Leaders, Mindset, Self-awareness, Stakeholders, Strategic, Taking Action, Trust, Uncertainty, Value
The impact of the current crisis has put extraordinary pressure on CEOs and executives to react quickly, deal with uncertainty, experiment with new ideas, reallocate resources, accelerate decision making and drive change needed to deal effectively with this new...
by Susan Foley | Aug 11, 2020 | Change, Entrepreneurial, Innovation, Intrapreneurs, Leaders, Social Intrapreneurs, Talent, Work
Intrapreneurs and social intrapreneurs are the new face of leadership. They are willing to step up, speak out and make a difference. They are demonstrating confidence, commitment, and courage in the face of adversity. They are open, transparent, and committed to...
by Susan Foley | Jul 14, 2020 | Business Growth, Change, Engagement, Entrepreneurs, Innovation, Intrapreneurs, Intrapreneurship, Leadership, Mindset, Value
Last week I was reminded that not everyone understands the term Intrapreneur or how it is different from being an entrepreneur. While being interviewed about my book Intrapreneurs I was asked how I would describe an Intrapreneur to someone not familiar with the term....
by Susan Foley | Jun 17, 2020 | Business Growth, Competencies, Growth, Innovation, Intrapreneurs, Intrapreneurship, Mindset, Success, Talent, Value
Intrapreneurs – Who, What, How and Why explores the world of Intrapreneurs. They are individuals inside organizations that are building new businesses, new products, services and processes that create value and generate new revenue growth. Often referred to as...
by Susan Foley | Jun 9, 2020 | Change, Commitment, Competencies, Crisis, Economy, Environment, Growth, Intrapreneurs, Intrapreneurship, Resistance, Skills, Talent
The question on the minds of many Intrapreneurs around the world is whether the new normal will include Intrapreneurship or push it aside. Will there be room for Intrapreneurs to help create a new future or will economic concerns diminish their role. It may depend on...
by Susan Foley | Apr 21, 2020 | Change, Corporate Entrepreneurs, Economy, Environment, Idea, Innovation, Social Change, Social Intrapreneurs
The world as we know it has changed dramatically and things may never be the same again. Yet, during this time we’ve seen a marked improvement in our environment and in humanity. The very things that social intrapreneurs have been fighting for and advocating for...
by Susan Foley | Mar 24, 2020 | Balance, Change, Change Agents, Competencies, Growth, Idea, Intrapreneurs, Leadership, Mindset, Risk, Taking Action, Uncertainty
In a volatile and rapidly changing world we must learn to navigate uncertainty. Those who do will thrive and those that don’t will have to learn how to survive. As harsh as that may seem it is our current reality. That’s why Intrapreneurs are needed more than ever....
