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Clearing the Way for Pivotal 21st-Century Innovation

More Talent Literacy, Less Talent Management

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Giftedness and Talent in the 21st Century

Part of the book series: Advances in Creativity and Giftedness ((ACAG,volume 10))

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A convergence of unprecedented 21st-century shifts are rocking the world, confronting the global community with extraordinary challenges for which traditional problem-solving strategies will be unavailing. In response, the world will turn to innovators and gifted problem-solvers as never before. Luckily, radical disruption is tailor-made for these individuals. They experience insurmountable challenge in unique ways—flourishing in adversity, inspired by complexity, energized by labyrinthine problems, and always on the lookout for hidden opportunities.

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Jacobsen, M. (2016). Clearing the Way for Pivotal 21st-Century Innovation. In: Ambrose, D., Sternberg, R.J. (eds) Giftedness and Talent in the 21st Century. Advances in Creativity and Giftedness, vol 10. SensePublishers, Rotterdam. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-6300-503-6_10

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