Moving Mountains Every Day: Lessons for Business Leaders in Creativity and Innovation

We learn to walk and eventually talk, one of the most complex achievements possible, by the time we turn five years old. The truth is we can all be creative, and for business leaders, it’s not an option—it’s a necessity as we live in a world that’s constantly being disrupted by technology. Business leaders need to learn the tools of creativity in their personal lives and the tools of innovation in their corporate lives to navigate the never-ending obstacles to running a successful business. Drawing on the lessons he’s learned in the corporate world and in his role as chairman of the board of harbor commissioners overseeing the Port of Milwaukee, the author shares lessons on how business leaders can successfully lead organizations to creative breakthroughs that drive innovation and success. The book includes a section devoted to case studies of individuals and companies that have demonstrated high creativity and innovation so you can learn how to drive change – as well as examples of companies that failed to innovate and suffered as a result.

Daniel Steininger writes a column for the Biz Times titled "Innovate or Die" that is a Press Club winner. He is also the president of an innovation consulting firm, Steininger & Associates; and president and founder of BizStarts, which facilitates the creation of new companies in southeast Wisconsin. He also teaches courses on innovation for the UWM School of Continuing Education for business leaders. He formerly was the CEO of a major financial institution, launched a national equity mutual fund, and served as chairman of the board of harbor commissioners that oversees the Port of Milwaukee.