Reading Time: 3 minutesIn “The Critical Role of Founders’ Cognitive Abilities in Start-Up Success,” a pivotal study highlights how a founder’s cognitive prowess significantly influences a start-up’s trajectory. Analyzing Swedish male founders, it found that higher cognitive abilities correlate with a 20% increase in venture sales after three years. This effect is magnified in high-tech sectors, underscoring the value of intellectual agility. Moreover, the collective cognitive resources of the founding team also play a crucial role, suggesting that strategic team composition can drive success.

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Reading Time: 2 minutes“Embracing Innovation in a World Obsessed with Technology Trends” explores navigating innovation amidst the fast-paced world of tech trends, particularly AI. It addresses the common trap of technology-driven innovation without strategic focus, emphasizing the importance of aligning tech trends with strategic goals. The post introduces four key innovation drivers—technology and trends, challenge, objective, and asset-driven innovation—and how they interconnect to form a comprehensive innovation strategy. Foretell specializes in foresight-driven innovation, guiding businesses beyond the fear of missing out (FOMO) to strategic clarity and impactful innovation.

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