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John Wolpert is an esteemed speaker, writer and thinker in technology and business innovation. As a CEO, product executive, and advisor, he’s been at the vanguard of technological breakthroughs from the early days of the Web to the rise of artificial intelligence. John is known for founding Flywheel, a pioneer in the ride-hailing industry. His work at IBM made him a key figure in the evolution of open source software, blockchain, and AI. He’s co-founded global R&D consortia and industry standards bodies, and his thought leadership on Open Innovation has been showcased in the Harvard Business Review. John has led countless new venture workshops and spoken before the European Union and the Australian Parliament in his mission to help organizations work together to solve hard problems.

Partner with John to bring Momentum Thinking and the Two But Rule to your organization.

How Can The Two But Rule Help Our Team?

 

Enhance Team Harmony

Promotes creative professionalism, crucial for team agility and momentum. Rehabilitates nay-sayers.

Navigate Complexity

Turns chaotic challenges into clear opportunities for innovation.

Reduce Costly Mistakes

Encourages iterative, innovative thinking that solves problems...without piling a dozen more on top.

Focus on Human Needs

Keeps team members focused on honoring the real needs driving both an idea and objections to it.

In Which Industries and Professions?

 

High Tech R&D

From AI to gene editing to quantum computing, teams need better approaches than 'move fast and break things.'

Government Policy Making

Momentum Thinking provides a way out of deadlocks and helps find creative ways to serve divergent interests.

Education

Students today need to find solutions to problems in ways that don't disregard the needs of others.

Environmental Management

Complex systems require nuanced approaches and a way to model unintended consequences.

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Teamraderie:

The Easiest Way to Book John For Your  Online Experience

 

Does your team need a way to achieve better alignment and transform disagreements into a powerful asset for innovation?

Led by veteran product exec and author, John Wolpert, this experience aims to improve collaboration and enhance team dynamics through humor, discussion and interactive activities. During the experience, you will discover the power of Momentum Thinking and engage in exercises that strengthen your team’s ability to embrace both critical and innovative approaches to hard problems and new ideas. By learning to embrace what John calls the Two But Rule, your team will learn a way to turn negative thinking into positive solutions that it will never forget.

 

Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your team’s ability to collaborate, leaving you with new insights, a strengthened sense of camaraderie, and a revitalized team spirit.

More Ways To Book

  • Available Online

    Talk with John and his team about speaking at your upcoming event.

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    15 min

  • Available Online

    Book time with John to discuss your project or team and get advice on how to build momentum.

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    1 hr

    350 US dollars

WHERE TO FIND JOHN

  • San Marco Books Book Signing
    San Marco Books Book Signing
    Tue, Mar 26
    Jacksonville
    Mar 26, 2024, 6:30 PM EDT
    Jacksonville, 1971 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207, USA
    Mar 26, 2024, 6:30 PM EDT
    Jacksonville, 1971 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207, USA
    Join us as we welcome author, John Wolpert. He'll be here on Tuesday, March 26th to talk about his new book, The Two But Rule, a groundbreaking work that will revolutionize the way teams approach problem solving and innovation in today's complex world. Books can be pre-ordered here.​​​​
  • An Innovator's Evening at the Boyd Innovation Center
    An Innovator's Evening at the Boyd Innovation Center
    Wed, Feb 07
    Columbia
    Feb 07, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
    Columbia, 711 Saluda Ave, Columbia, SC 29205, USA
    Feb 07, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
    Columbia, 711 Saluda Ave, Columbia, SC 29205, USA
    If you’re struggling to build a team that can escape circular arguments, turn your most critical thinkers into turbocharged problem solvers, and sail through the narrow path between negativity and toxic positivity, this evening is for you. RSVP below.
  • Quail Ridge Books Raleigh
    Quail Ridge Books Raleigh
    Thu, Jan 25
    Raleigh
    Jan 25, 2024, 7:00 PM EST
    Raleigh, 4209 Lassiter Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609, USA
    Jan 25, 2024, 7:00 PM EST
    Raleigh, 4209 Lassiter Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609, USA
    Come join me at Quail Ridge Books for our first book signing.
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