Innovation With Robyn Bolton

In this episode, CarrieVee welcomes innovation expert Robyn Bolton, founder of Mile Zero and author of Unlocking Innovation. Together, they explore what true innovation means—not flashy ideas, but meaningful solutions that create real value. Robyn shares her journey from launching Swiffer at P&G to helping major companies rethink how they grow, adapt, and serve.They talk about how introverts can thrive in group settings, how to lead through uncertainty, and why asking “why are we doing it this way?” is a superpower—not a weakness. Robyn also reveals how doing the opposite of your instincts can unlock new creative possibilities. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:What innovation really means—and how it’s more about service than inventionWhy being uncomfortable is often a signal you’re growingHow introverts and extroverts can collaborate effectively in brainstorming sessionsHow Robyn helps companies close growth gaps through clarity and value creationThe leadership mindset shift: from knowing the answers to asking better questions Favorite Quotes:“Innovation is something new that creates value.”“They call them growing pains—not growing tickles—for a reason.” “Sometimes the best move is to do the opposite of your instincts.”Journal Prompt: What is one thing that scares you (just a little)? What’s one small step you can take to lean into that fear?Guest: Robyn BoltonRobyn Bolton is the Founder & Chief Navigator at MileZero, a consultancy that helpsleaders of $100M companies use innovation to confidently and repeatedly growrevenue. She previously worked at Innosight, BCG, and Procter & Gamble, where shehelped develop and launch Swiffer. Robyn holds an MBA from Harvard BusinessSchool and a BS in Marketing from Miami University. Her articles and perspective have been featured in Fast Company, Harvard Business Review Online, The New YorkTimes, and NPR’s Marketplace. Contact Robyn Bolton:  Book: unlockinginnovation.co or https://amzn.to/4kC5qygwww.milezero.ioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynmbolton/Radical Empowerment Method Book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Bdp2BCBook CarrieVee for a Speaking Engagement: https://www.coachcarriev.com/contact-meJoin the Confidence and Clarity Membership! https://carrievee.com/confidence-clarity-1 Schedule your Discovery Call with CarrieVee!https://schedulewithcarrievee.as.me/?appointmentType=12343596Step Into Your Big Life Freebie: https://www.coachcarriev.com/stepintoyourbiglifefreebieThe Radical Empowerment Method 2.0 Online Course https://www.coachcarriev.com/radicalempowermentmethod2Get to an EVENT! www.carrievee.com/eventsContact CarrieVee!IG: @iamcarrieveeLI and FB: Carrie Verrocchioemail: [email protected]