The 2nd Face of Innovation: The Experimenter Innovator

The Experimenter is a mindset and a way of working.

A fearless explorer who learns by doing, fails forward, and builds the future one test at a time.

This is the individual who embraces trial and error and who is not afraid of failure because every mistake is a step closer to success.

Experimenters are the pioneers of the workplace, constantly tinkering, testing, and iterating to discover the next big thing.

Why does it matter?

In an ever-evolving business landscape, the Experimenter's approach is invaluable. They drive innovation by challenging the status quo, questioning existing processes, and implementing new strategies.

Many of the world's most significant inventions would not exist without their bold curiosity and willingness to take risks.

• James Dyson overcame 5,127 failed prototypes to invent the world's first bagless vacuum cleaner, revolutionizing home cleaning.
• Thomas Edison’s 10,000 attempts to create a light bulb epitomized the experimental spirit, illuminating the world and shaping modern life.
• Sonam Wangchuk embodies the experimenter mindset through his innovative approach to solving environmental and educational challenges.
• Mansukhbhai Prajapati, a potter by trade, created the Mitticool fridge, an eco-friendly, clay-based refrigerator that operates without electricity.

How to Become an Experimenter Innovator?

1. Cultivate Curiosity: Always ask 'Why?' and 'What if?' Let your curiosity lead you to explore new ideas and processes.
2. Prototype Rapidly: Turn your ideas into tangible prototypes. They don't have to be perfect—they just have to work enough to test.
3. Embrace Failure: See every failure as a learning opportunity. Analyze what went wrong, adjust, and try again.
4. Iterate Continuously: Innovation isn't a one-time event. Based on feedback and learning, continuously improve your products, services, and processes.
5. Collaborate and Share: Innovation thrives in collaboration. Share your findings and learn from others to enhance your solutions.

Let’s build your Experimenter mindset.