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Back to EpisodesClayton Christensen: The Father of Disruptive Innovation, Jobs to Be Done & The Innovator's Dilemma
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In this episode of pplpod, we explore the profound legacy of Clayton Christensen, the renowned Harvard Business School professor and architect of Disruptive Innovation. We trace his journey from a basketball-playing Rhodes Scholar at Oxford to becoming the man The Economist called the most influential management thinker of his time.
Join us as we break down Christensen’s groundbreaking theories that reshaped modern business strategy, including the Jobs to Be Done methodology and the concepts found in his seminal book, The Innovator’s Dilemma. We also dive into his impactful work in healthcare and education reform, his entrepreneurial ventures like Innosight and Rose Park Advisors, and his deeply personal insights on integrity found in How Will You Measure Your Life?. Whether you are an entrepreneur or a student of leadership, this episode offers essential lessons from a true giant of innovation.