April 2024
Beginner to intermediate
274 pages
8h 46m
English
Overview
Dream! Hack! Build! is your gateway to mastering the art of hackathons as a tool for innovation and problem-solving in organizations. This comprehensive guide reveals how the Dream-Hack-Build method enables businesses to engage participants, generate creative solutions, and implement successful outcomes using citizen-driven innovation through hackathons.
What this Book will help me do
- Learn why hackathons are powerful tools for fostering innovation and solving organizational challenges.
- Develop the skills to plan and execute a successful hackathon using the Dream-Hack-Build method.
- Discover how to engage with customers, employees, and partners to co-create impactful solutions.
- Gain insights into designing an effective acceleration program for implementing hackathon outcomes.
- Understand how to handle challenges during hackathons and maximize results for your business objectives.
Author(s)
This book combines insights from five experts specializing in hackathons, innovation, and organizational development. Ann Molin, founder of Hack for Earth Foundation, brings practical expertise on leveraging hackathons for impact. Love Dager, an experienced entrepreneur, adds his strategies for successful execution. Mustafa Sherif contributes his knowledge as an urban planner, Carolina Emanuelson shares her talent management expertise, and Dr. Kristofer Vernmark offers a research-backed perspective on innovation dynamics. Together, this team provides a rich blend of actionable advice and inspiration.
Who is it for?
Dream! Hack! Build! is ideal for professionals such as managers, innovation leads, and executives who want to solve organizational challenges and promote creative thinking through hackathons. It's also suitable for those with a basic understanding of collaborative events but seeking to deepen their capabilities. Whether you aim to improve innovation processes or enhance team engagement, this book equips you with the tools to succeed in harnessing group creativity for impactful solutions.
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