Corner Quote by Lynne Doughtie
“Innovation tends to be quite siloed in most organizations. There is usually a group over in one corner charged with innovation rather than making it everyone's responsibility.”
About This Quote
Innovation is often confined to a dedicated team, limiting broader participation across the organization.
In simple terms: Innovation stays in a single group instead of spreading.
Key Takeaway
Encourage organization-wide involvement in creative problem solving.
Themes
innovation
collaboration
organizational culture
leadership
empowerment
Mood
motivational
reflective
Type
advisory
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- process improvement
- strategic planning
- employee engagement
Key Concepts
systems thinking
knowledge sharing
cross‑functional teams
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you make innovation a shared responsibility?
- What structures support cross‑team creativity?
A Different Perspective
Without shared ownership, ideas may become isolated and less impactful.
