How Sci-Fi Thinking Derails Real Innovation @harvardbusinessreview

How Sci-Fi Thinking Derails Real Innovation @harvardbusinessreview

Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

When it comes to innovation, sci-fi shortcuts might feel imaginative, but they actually stall rigorous strategy.

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How Sci-Fi Thinking Derails Real Innovation