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Phil McKinney Innovation Architect. Turning Innovation Dreams into Repeatable Success. Creator of Killer Innovations (longest-running podcast since 2005).

Author & Innovation Guide. CableLabs CEO & Former HP CTO. Finding new ideas that work. Innovation isn't really about those rare 'light bulb' moments – it's about building systems that create repeatable success. I've learned this firsthand, leading innovation as CableLabs' CEO and previously as HP's CTO. For nearly 20 years on my Killer Innovations podcast (the longest continuously running podcast)

, I've been sharing what really works in innovation. No theory, just practical methods drawn from real-world experience. Every week on my YouTube channel, I break down the mystery of innovation into actionable methods you can use immediately. Think of it as your innovation playbook, delivered in bite-sized videos. When I'm not helping organizations build their innovation engines, you'll find me:

🎤 Creating weekly innovation content
🎧 Recording the podcast
🎬 Recording a new video for the YouTube Channel
📝 Writing about innovation insights
📚 Reading (and occasionally writing) books
🌱 Mentoring the next generation of innovators

I believe everyone can innovate with the right system. Join me in finding new ideas that work. Want to dive deeper?

- Listen to Killer Innovations podcast at https://killerinnovations.com
- Subscribe to my Finding New Ideas newsletter at https://www.philmckinney.com/ #/portal/signup
- Watch the YouTube channel at https://YouTube.com/
- Connect at https://philmckinney.com

$100B in R&D. Multiple famous failures. Yet Google's biggest innovation problem isn't what you think. Here's the data th...
30/01/2025

$100B in R&D. Multiple famous failures.

Yet Google's biggest innovation problem isn't what you think.

Here's the data that explains everything:

https://youtu.be/KCfggQWmblo

The future of innovation isn't solo - it's collaborative. Even tech giants like Google struggle to innovate alone. Here's why collaboration beats isolation i...

Are you trapped in an endless cycle of consuming "inspiration" but struggling to create original work? Reducing your con...
23/01/2025

Are you trapped in an endless cycle of consuming "inspiration" but struggling to create original work?

Reducing your consumption of others' ideas is the key to unlocking your authentic creativity.

How? 👉 https://youtu.be/I8Co2s0kfxY

🔄 Are you trapped in an endless cycle of consuming "inspiration" but struggling to create original work? In this episode, discover why reducing your consump...

You know you are in trouble when the hotel you just checked into sets out ear plugs next to the bed … and if that doesn’...
23/01/2025

You know you are in trouble when the hotel you just checked into sets out ear plugs next to the bed … and if that doesn’t help, they give you Deep Sleep Pillow Spray …

🤔

Over the +40 years I’ve stayed in this hotel, I’ve never seen this. Are the take off/landings at San Jose airport that bad now?

01/01/2025

Hey everyone!

Wrapping up another year of chasing innovation - probably with my trusty oversized cup of caffeine in hand!

As we bid farewell to 2024, I'm reminded that innovation is a lot like jazz - sometimes you have to improvise, occasionally hit an unexpected note, but when it all comes together... magic happens.

To all the dreamers, creators, and "what-if" wonderers in our extended innovation family - thanks for making this year remarkable.

Whether you are part of the CableLabs team, joined us at an Innovation Bootcamp, listen to the podcast or watch the YouTube channel - you've helped push the boundaries of what's possible.

As we leap into 2025, may your ideas be bold, your caffeine of choice be strong, and your curiosity be endless. Here's to another year of breaking the right rules and asking the questions nobody else is asking!

Stay curious, keep innovating!

Cheers,
Phil

P.S. Still collecting those innovation stories - keep 'em coming! 😉

🚨 First piece of equipment just landed for my new (updated) Innovation Studio!Big things start from small beginnings... ...
30/12/2024

🚨 First piece of equipment just landed for my new (updated) Innovation Studio!

Big things start from small beginnings... well, not that small - the shipping box was actually huge 📦

I'm documenting the entire studio build journey on YouTube, transforming my podcast/radio studio built in 2014 into an awesome creative space. The latest video just dropped, showing the unboxing and setup of a key piece of equipment.

Want a peek into what's coming? Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/fyYVlwIXxn8

Who else is building something exciting this year? Drop a 🛠️ in the comments if you're working on bringing new ideas to life in 2024!

Hey innovators & makers! 👋 I'm super excited to share the progress in building my Innovation Studio with you - starting with unboxing this beautiful Bambu L...

23/12/2024

The prototype literally caught fire in front of our biggest potential new investor!

Most people would call this a catastrophic failure.

Instead, it became the starting point for an unexpected success.

Full video 👉 https://youtu.be/9UyxcoO0z1s

Master the art of turning setbacks into innovation!

What makes someone a professional innovator? In poker, strategies divide professionals and amateurs. A professional poke...
12/12/2024

What makes someone a professional innovator?

In poker, strategies divide professionals and amateurs. A professional poker player participates in only 15% of hands, while amateurs engage far more recklessly.

This principle applies to innovation as well.

To stand out as a professional innovator, you must move beyond enthusiasm and adopt a disciplined, strategic approach to managing ideas and resources.

What else?

✅ full story - https://youtu.be/_erTIAPgvZc

Ever notice how kids are natural explorers? They question everything, try anything, and aren't afraid of being wrong. Bu...
06/12/2024

Ever notice how kids are natural explorers?

They question everything, try anything, and aren't afraid of being wrong.

But somewhere along the way, most of us lose that superpower.

Want to know why - and more importantly, how to get it back?

🎯 How To Build An Explorer Mindset 👉 https://youtu.be/55S7hWxntlw

Ever notice how kids are natural explorers? They question everything, try anything, and aren't afraid of being wrong. But somewhere along the way, most of us...

Why do organizations march in circles like army ants, even when it leads to their doom? The hidden cost of innovation de...
05/12/2024

Why do organizations march in circles like army ants, even when it leads to their doom?

The hidden cost of innovation debt goes far beyond efficiency - it rewires corporate DNA, turning the comfort zone into a cage.

Breaking free starts with a simple question: why?

✅👉https://www.philmckinney.com/innovation-debt-the-comfort-zone-trap/

01/12/2024

Why is your brain sabotaging your success?

The surprising truth about why equally talented people achieve drastically different results.

This isn't about skills, connections, or luck - it's about upgrading your brain's operating system.

Fascinating research reveals how top performers think differently about success.

Want to know which OS version you're running?

Full video at👉 https://youtu.be/upKcuIRmHzk

P.S. This isn't another "think positive" post. It's about the neural pathways that literally shape how you process every challenge and opportunity in your career.

♻️ to others who you think would benefit from this. I would greatly appreciate it.

28/11/2024

Grateful for another year of working alongside incredible innovators, dreamers, and creators.

You know what innovation and turkeys have in common? They both need a little bit of thyme to get it just right. 😉

This Thanksgiving, I'm especially thankful for all the failures that led to breakthroughs, the late-night ideation sessions that sparked new possibilities, and the amazing community that keeps pushing boundaries.

To everyone who's been part of this journey - whether you're disrupting industries or just trying to disrupt your family's traditional cranberry sauce recipe - thank you. Your creativity and persistence inspire me every day.

Wishing you and yours a day filled with gratitude, great food, and maybe even a few "what if" conversations around the dinner table.

Ever wonder why equally talented people achieve wildly different results? Spoiler: It's not about skills - it's your bra...
27/11/2024

Ever wonder why equally talented people achieve wildly different results?

Spoiler: It's not about skills - it's your brain's mindset!

There are 4 game-changing mindsets that separate extraordinary achievers from everyone else.

What are they? 👉 https://youtu.be/upKcuIRmHzk

Unlock the proven mindset strategies that separate high achievers from underperformers. Learn why success isn't about talent - it's about your mental operati...

Hey friends! 👋 I've finally done it - I'm on Patreon!After +20 years of sharing innovation stories on Killer Innovations...
23/11/2024

Hey friends! 👋 I've finally done it - I'm on Patreon!

After +20 years of sharing innovation stories on Killer Innovations, I'm creating a space where we can dive deeper, get creative, and build amazing things together.

Think of it as your personal invitation into my innovation studio, minus the mandatory safety goggles 🥽 (though they're highly recommended for especially creative days!)

Want exclusive innovation content, live office hours, and direct access to brainstorming sessions?

Come join the community of creative minds! The first post is live, and I'm sharing what's coming up next...

👉 https://www.patreon.com/posts/welcome-to-our-116574067

Let's make some creative magic happen! 🚀

Break into Your Innovation Career Without Playing the Waiting GameEver wonder how innovation leaders really got their st...
21/11/2024

Break into Your Innovation Career Without Playing the Waiting Game

Ever wonder how innovation leaders really got their start? Spoiler: I created my first job in innovation before "innovation teams" were even a thing.

Back in '92, I turned a corporate acquisition into my golden ticket - and I'll show you exactly how.

No more sending countless applications into the void. No more hoping someone notices your potential. This is your practical blueprint for crafting an innovation career that didn't exist before you came along.

I'll walk you through the exact strategy that transformed me from a Data Center Director into an innovation leader. Plus, the mindset shifts that convinced executives to create a role just for me (in just 60 days!).

Your innovation career starts the moment you decide to create it.

🎯 Turn your passion for innovation into your dream career. Stop waiting for the perfect job posting - create it instead.

✅ here 👉 https://youtu.be/Nnvx9D-lECI

🚀 Break into Your Innovation Career Without Playing the Waiting GameEver wonder how innovation leaders really got their start? Spoiler: I created my first j...

20/11/2024

🔍 Clearing assumptions leads to powerful fundamental truths!

Elon Musk's second step of first principles thinking - breaking complex problems down to their core truths - is all about clearing assumptions.

This disruptive mental model helps you see past conventional wisdom and traditions to unlock innovative solutions.

Want to think like the world's top innovators?

Full video 🧠✨ https://youtu.be/SG-KkwTNlGQ?si=EnpjBnmOaV0pzF_4

No one is too big to fail! No One. Historical evidence proves that size and market dominance are no safeguards against f...
11/11/2024

No one is too big to fail! No One.

Historical evidence proves that size and market dominance are no safeguards against failure.

Success is earned by adaptability, innovation, and a relentless commitment to meeting changing demands.

How? 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/too-big-fail-think-again-phil-mckinney-ha8lc

The myth that anything or anyone is too big to fail persists, but history serves as a stark reminder that size and influence do not guarantee permanence. As someone who grew up in Chicago, I was aware of the widespread belief that Sears, Roebuck, and Co.

On the back deck at the ranch enjoying the view of   inside  … current weather is sunny and 59.
10/11/2024

On the back deck at the ranch enjoying the view of inside … current weather is sunny and 59.

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