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July 8, 2025 โ€ข 20 mins

Do you feel trapped in the constant cycle of putting out fires, leaving no time or energy to innovate and grow? You're not alone! Innovation isnโ€™t just a buzzword reserved for tech startupsโ€”it's the lifeblood of every thriving business. In this game-changing episode of SoTellUs Time, hosts Trevor and Troy Howard reveal practical strategies to break free from daily grind mode and intentionally foster creativity, new ideas, and continuous improvement in your business.

๐ŸŽฏ Here's What You'll Discover in This Episode: ๐ŸŽฏ

โœ… Why Innovation Gets Ignored in Most Businesses:

  • Survival Mode Trap: Why constantly "putting out fires" stops growth and innovation.

  • Fear of Change: Overcome uncertainty and resistance by creating clarity.

  • Lost Opportunities: How the lack of a structured system can result in losing amazing ideas.

โœ… Systems That Drive Continuous Innovation:

  • Dedicated Innovation Time: Implement regular brainstorming sessions (CEO Days) to nurture big-picture thinking.

  • Idea Pipeline: Learn how to collect, prioritize, and act on ideas efficiently.

  • Pilot & Scale: Proven techniques to quickly test ideas on a smaller scale before major investments.

  • Feedback Loops: Leverage customer and employee feedback to continuously improve your products and services.

โœ… Culture That Welcomes Creativity:

  • Rewarding Creativity: How to incentivize idea generation even if every idea doesnโ€™t lead to implementation.

  • Leading by Example: Model curiosity and openness to inspire your entire team.

  • Normalize Failure: Create a safe space where experimentation and "failing forward" are celebrated.

๐Ÿ”ฅ Innovation isnโ€™t about huge budgetsโ€”itโ€™s about intentionality, systematic thinking, and cultivating curiosity within your team. ๐Ÿ”ฅ

๐Ÿ‘‰ TAKE ACTION NOW: Schedule just 15 minutes this week for a team brainstorm or personal reflection on one powerful question: โ€œWhat's one thing we could do differently to grow?โ€ This simple act could spark your next big breakthrough!

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๐Ÿ’ก ABOUT SoTellUs Time:
SoTellUs Time is hosted by Trevor and Troy Howard, founders of SoTellUs.com, dedicated to empowering business owners with actionable insights to elevate their business success through customer experiences, reviews, marketing, and cutting-edge innovation strategies.

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