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Lou Gray emphasized the importance of openness, and of encouraging the belief that it was okay to fail

 Rick Shea mentioned the need to think big, to remove self-limiting obstacles and ideas in order to foster a discussion “without boundaries” that could stimulate the imagination, and to encourage experimentation and see the inevitable resulting “failures” as part of the learning process.

Deborah Wilds stressed the importance of distributive leadership coming from throughout the organization, and of creating a culture of using data to drive new innovative policies.

A purpose needs to be real. Here are four relevant elements: “A good purpose is ennobling.” There needs to be a level of inspiration; it delivers meaning to the people in the organization and the work they do. “A good purpose puts a stake in the ground.” It defines what the organization will be and not be. It is about trade-offs. “A good purpose sets you apart; it makes you distinct.” It is not about generic descriptions – software company or non-profit organization. It is what makes the organization different from others and what may drive innovation and approach. “Above all, a good purpose sets the stage for value creation and capture.” It must create good economic outcomes. The ultimate question: “If your company disappeared today, would the world be different tomorrow?”