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definition

• champion is a noun and a verb. A champion is someone in an organization who makes something happen. She takes soft innovation and works the process until it reaches the marketplace.

• You have found "the" solution. Now what? Some companies are so narrow-minded there isn't room for a big idea to squeeze in - even if it's the right idea! Perhaps red tape or too much bureaucracy are barriers. Much innovation gets blocked because it is not properly shepherded through the organization.

• A champion who can navigate the organizational channel is needed at this stage. There are other stakeholders to consider as well...

• Ensure your plan meets or exceeds the expectations of your customers, employees, the brand, the industry, and any other share holders or stake holders.

methods

A list of methods for staying informed can be found in our Be The Champion section.

resources

articles

"Selling Your Wow Project" (article on this wiki)

websites

• Champion Link - link to site that helps give advice on being a champion.

books

• "Be A Champion" Genre - Books with tips to being a champion

organizations

• Idea Sandbox - link to company that can help.

quotes

• "It turns out that people who make things happen - the champions - are now in short supply and more successful than ever." - page: from the forward. Free Prize Inside by Seth Godin
• "Since your boss hired you to make something happen, you now have permission to build a free prize. You have the opportunity (on your boss's nickel) to build a project that will energize you and your co-workers. page 39, Free Prize Inside