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This Week's Must-Reads
April 3, 2025

Here’s what we covered in Sunday’s edition…
Hello Innovator!
Last week we explored the RPV framework that determines whether your org is even capable of disruption. In today’s edition, we’ll build on the RPV framework to demonstrate how it can be used as a litmus test for whether your ideas should be spun out or held close to the vest.
Here’s what you’ll find:
This Week’s Article: Orgs Can't Disrupt Themselves (But they can own the entity that can disrupt them…)
Share This: Finding the Right Org Structure for Disruption; How do you know when to spin out an innovation vs. holding tight?
Case Study: How an e-commerce giant spun out a cloud computing business that took over the world.

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Why you should read it ☝️
Too many corporate innovation teams try to build startups without truly embracing the mindset, structure, and risk tolerance that make startups succeed. This article explores why large companies struggle to innovate like startups and how adopting an “explorer” mentality can help bridge the gap.
If you’re responsible for launching new ventures within a corporate environment, this piece offers a sharp perspective on what it really takes to break free from bureaucratic inertia. It’s a must-read for those navigating the tension between corporate stability and startup-style growth.