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Busting innovation myths
Amazingly Fabulous Tools is an award-winning, entrepreneurial leader in the global machine engineering industry. The ambitious and proactive CEO Charlie Chaps invested in sending a Terrific Team of Enthusiastic Engineers to Silicon Valley to research, investigate, and report on how to capture and replicate the key elements of its “secret innovative sauce.” Upon their return, the Terrific Team of Enthusiastic Engineers created and shared a detailed, illustrated PowerPoint pres
Grant Leibbrandt
Apr 181 min read
Invention through co-creation
One of the key factors for success in innovation, whether you're a start-up entrepreneur, corporate intrapreneur, innovation team, aspiring innovative leader, or organisation, is your ability to collaborate, experiment, create, invent, and innovate. This involves actively embracing and integrating the lean start-up approach alongside design thinking, adult learning principles, experiential learning techniques, and change management disciplines, especially in a world rapidly b
Grant Leibbrandt
Apr 181 min read


Harnessing the power of play
As technical complexity increases, the key factor that keeps talent productive is social skill—communication, empathy, conflict resolution, and the ability to coordinate diverse expertise. Besides social skills, other essential abilities—such as critical thinking, complex problem-solving, and reasoning—are vital parts of a dynamic, team-oriented workplace in the modern business world. Together, they provide a common foundation that unlocks the full potential of individuals’ s
Grant Leibbrandt
Apr 181 min read


Exploring the Business Simulation Benefits: Why These Games Are a Game-Changer
When I first played a business simulation game, I was very curious but also felt quite sceptical. How could a game possibly help develop real-world business skills or help solve real-life business challenges? After diving in, I quickly realised these simulations offer much more than entertainment, or entra-trainment. They actually provide an engaging, dynamic, hands-on way to learn and grow by allowing people to safely experiment in a risk-free environment. Here are some key
Grant Leibbrandt
Mar 185 min read


Creating Psychological Safety: The Foundation of Team Innovation
Psychological safety—the belief that team members can take risks and be vulnerable without fear of negative consequences—is the single most important factor in team effectiveness and innovation. The Startup Game creates an environment where psychological safety flourishes naturally, establishing foundations that transform how teams work together long after gameplay concludes. During the game, participants must share ideas, make decisions, and sometimes fail in front of collea
Grant Leibbrandt
Feb 82 min read


From Game Board to Boardroom: Applying Innovation Insights to Real Work
The true measure of any team development intervention is whether learning transfers to actual workplace performance. The Startup Game excels precisely because it bridges the gap between simulation and reality, equipping teams with practical frameworks and behaviors they can immediately apply to their business challenges. Participants don't just learn about innovation; they practice it in ways that mirror their daily work. The game introduces participants to proven innovation
Grant Leibbrandt
Feb 81 min read


Building Innovation Capabilities While Strengthening Team Bonds
Bonding without additional value is a missed opportunity Innovation isn't a mysterious talent possessed by a select few; it's a skill any team can learn. The Startup Game is specifically designed to build innovation capabilities while simultaneously strengthening the interpersonal connections that make teams truly effective. This dual benefit makes it an invaluable tool for organizations seeking competitive advantage through both innovation and collaboration. Throughout the g
Grant Leibbrandt
Feb 81 min read


Breaking Down Silos: How The Startup Game Enhances Team Collaboration
One of the greatest challenges facing modern organisations is the invisible walls between departments, roles, and hierarchies. These silos prevent effective communication, slow decision-making, and stifle innovation. The Startup Game directly addresses this challenge by creating an environment where traditional barriers dissolve and genuine collaboration flourishes. During gameplay, participants from different backgrounds and expertise levels must work together toward common
Grant Leibbrandt
Feb 81 min read


Transform Your Team Through the Power of Play
A business team celebrating success In today's fast-paced business environment, traditional training methods often fall short of creating lasting behavioral change. The Startup Game offers a revolutionary approach to team development by combining innovation principles with experiential learning through structured play. This dynamic board game transforms abstract concepts into tangible experiences that teams can immediately apply to their work. What makes The Startup Game part
Grant Leibbrandt
Feb 81 min read


Engaging Team Activities for Businesses
Building a strong, cohesive team is essential for any business aiming to thrive in today’s competitive and uncertain environment. Engaging team activities can foster better communication, boost morale, and improve creativity and collaboration among employees. These activities not only break the monotony of daily work but also help individuals connect on a personal level, leading to a more productive and harmonious workplace. When businesses invest time and resources into team
Grant Leibbrandt
Jan 54 min read


Unlocking Success: The Benefits of Purpose-Driven and Sustainable Business Practices
In today's fast-paced marketplace, more companies are understanding that a purpose-driven and sustainable approach is not just a trend....
Grant Leibbrandt
Sep 26, 20252 min read


Transforming Business Training: The Power of Games Over Traditional Methods
In today's fast-paced business world, effective training methods are crucial for success. Traditional training approaches, such as...
Grant Leibbrandt
Sep 26, 20252 min read
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