Marylène Delbourg-Delphis: A Pioneer's Perspective on the Innovation Journey
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The 'Remarkable People' podcast series, hosted by Guy Kawasaki, features in-depth conversations with Marjolaine Delbourg-Delphis, a seasoned technology CEO and innovator. Delbourg-Delphis shares her journey from founding ACI and publishing the first relational database for Macintosh to becoming a Silicon Valley tech leader. She discusses her influence on Kawasaki's career, encouraging him to write 'The Macintosh Way,' and her own book 'Beyond Eureka, The Rocky Roads to Innovating.' The discussions delve into the nuances of innovation and invention, with Delbourg-Delphis positing that Steve Wozniak evolved from an inventor to an innovator with Steve Jobs' market insight. She distinguishes between 'trailblazers' who pioneer new technologies and 'trail directors' who orchestrate the course of innovation, citing Elon Musk and Jobs as examples. Delbourg-Delphis criticizes the overuse of 'disruption' in business, advocating for a progressive approach to innovation and the importance of market readiness. She emphasizes the role of diversity and inclusivity in innovation and the challenges of product adoption, advising entrepreneurs to be 'progressively charming' and customer-focused. The podcast also touches on the French concept of 'noblesse oblige,' which Delbourg-Delphis redefines as a responsibility to act honorably, regardless of social status. Throughout the series, Kawasaki and Delbourg-Delphis explore the relationship between innovation, entrepreneurship, and societal impact, offering insights into the mindset of successful innovators and the complex journey of bringing ideas to fruition.
The 'Remarkable People' podcast series, hosted by Guy Kawasaki, features in-depth conversations with