CHAPTER 10

What Could Kill Intrapreneurship?

In previous chapters, we discussed the components and setup of a corporate environment that cultivates and supports intrapreneurship. This chapter will cover the common pitfalls that can kill intrapreneurship. Pay attention to these signs, any one of which might become a roadblock in your organization.

Not Walking the Talk

Some corporations promote themselves as innovative and claim that they support intrapreneurs. They even make intrapreneurship a key priority in their strategy. But actions speak louder than words. What did the corporation invest in? What program did it set up? What practice has it put into place? What ideas did it support? Corporations need to demonstrate their commitment, or else ...

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