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The Mistakes That Make Us

Cultivating a Culture of Learning and Innovation

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The Mistakes That Make Us

By: Mark Graban
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2025 Recipient of the Shingo Publication Award!

Turn Mistakes into Triumphs: How to Cultivate a Culture of Learning and Innovation"The Mistakes That Make Us is a brilliant treatment of this topic that helps us frame mistakes properly, detach them from fear, and see them as expectations, not exceptions. This book's ultimate contribution is helping us realize that creating a culture of productive mistake-making accelerates learning, confidence, and success."—Timothy R. Clark, PhD, author of The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety

In The Mistakes That Make Us, Mark Graban, author of the bestselling Lean Hospitals, shares stories and insights from his popular podcast, My Favorite Mistake, to teach leaders and teams how to create a culture of continuous improvement where mistakes are seen as opportunities for growth.

Drawing on interviews with over 200 successful entrepreneurs, executives, and thought leaders, Graban reveals how to transform mistakes into breakthroughs and cultivate a workplace where employees feel safe to experiment, innovate, and take risks.

This book will help you:

Overcome the fear of failure that paralyzes action and stifles creativity

Build a psychologically safe environment where employees can speak up without fear of punishment

Develop a growth mindset that embraces challenges and sees setbacks as learning opportunitiesImplement practical tools and techniques for preventing mistakes, identifying root causes, and driving continuous improvement

Create a culture of rewarded vulnerability that fosters trust, collaboration, and innovation

The Mistakes That Make Us is an essential guide for any leader who wants to create a high-performing organization that thrives on learning and innovation. It's a must-listen for anyone who wants to unlock the power of mistakes and achieve extraordinary results.

Buy The Mistakes That Make Us today and start turning your mistakes into your biggest advantage!

©2023 Constancy, Inc. and Mark Graban (P)2023 Constancy, Inc. and Mark Graban
Leadership Management & Leadership Workplace & Organisational Behaviour Workplace Culture Business Innovation Employment

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