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In "Where Good Ideas Come From," Steven Johnson examines the pattern by which innovation unfolds over time. He introduces the idea of the "slow hunch"—an idea that develops slowly, gaining momentum as it sits within a network of related concepts. Johnson argues that new ideas arise by building on preexisting knowledge, a process he terms the "adjacent possible." He demonstrates how this scaffolded approach leads to breakthroughs, using historical examples from science, technology, and business. The book also explores how the nature of innovation has shifted from isolated, profit‑driven ventures to collaborative efforts that serve broader societal needs.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Business & Economics/Business Management
Authors: Steven Johnson
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