Company Quote by Scott D. Anthony
“Companies get into grooves and they keep sharpening what they are doing, when in fact what they really need to do sometimes is to stop and do something completely differently.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Innovator's Method by Scott D. Anthony, 2013
Organizations often double‑down on existing strengths, missing the need for radical change.
In simple terms: Companies stick to familiar routines and ignore disruptive ideas.
Key Takeaway
Pause and explore entirely new approaches.
Themes
innovation
change management
strategy
growth
risk taking
Mood
reflective
challenging
Type
strategic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- market entry
- business model redesign
- leadership workshops
Key Concepts
disruptive innovation
organizational inertia
creative destruction
Questions to Reflect On
- What habit prevents you from trying something radically different?
- How can you test a completely new concept safely?
A Different Perspective
New ideas may be costly and face internal resistance.
