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“We have found that companies need to speak a common language, because some of the suggested ways to harness disruptive innovation are seemingly counter-intuitive. If companies don't have that common language, it is hard for them to come to consensus on a counter-intuitive course of action.” quote by Clayton Christensen
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“We have found that companies need to speak a common language, because some of the suggested ways to harness disruptive innovation are seemingly counter-intuitive. If companies don't have that common language, it is hard for them to come to consensus on a counter-intuitive course of action.”

Clayton Christensen

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Companies must develop a shared vocabulary to discuss disruptive innovation; without it, consensus on unconventional strategies is difficult.

In simple terms: A common language helps teams agree on bold, counter‑intuitive moves.

Key Takeaway

Create and teach a unified framework for disruptive ideas.

Themes

innovation communication strategy consensus disruption

Mood

collaborative pragmatic

Type

educational strategic

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • strategic planning
  • cross‑functional meetings
  • innovation labs

Key Concepts

Organizational learning shared mental models change management

Questions to Reflect On

  • What terms are essential for your team’s innovation dialogue?
  • How can you simplify complex concepts?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on jargon can exclude non‑experts and stall progress.

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