Fast track route to fostering and exploiting innovation in the workforce

Covers the key areas of how ideas are inspired in individuals, how to shape and test innovative projects, how individuals respond to innovation-based change and how to rewarded them for their creative output

Examples and lessons from some of the world's most successful businesses, including the Disney Corporation, BMW, Shiseido and L'Oréal, and ideas from the smartest thinkers including Charles Handy, Gary Hamel, Daniel Goleman and Michael Eisner

Includes a glossary of key concepts and a comprehensive resources guide.

MICHEL SYRETThas written on business issues for a variety of publications including The Times, Sunday Times, Daily Telegraph, Asian Business and South China Business Post. He has also conducted research on innovation and leadership for Cranfield School of Management and the University of Hong Kong.JEAN LAMMIMAN has worked as a strategic HR practitioner for the International Stock Exchange, Rank Xerox and Grand Metropolitan as well as leading consultancy and research projects for Ambrosetti and the City University Business School.