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EPISODE · Dec 8, 2025 · 16 MIN

MBA2713 Must Read: The Innovator's Dilemma By Clayton Christensen

from The $100 MBA Show · host Omar Zenhom

Why do massive companies like Nokia or Blockbuster get crushed by newcomers, even when they seemed to be doing everything right? How does innovation sneak up and change the game before the big players even notice? This episode unpacks one of the most important business books of all time.Omar breaks down The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton Christensen and highlights the real reasons industry giants fall behind while scrappier startups take over. You’ll hear why listening to today’s customer isn’t always the answer, how disruptive competitors often look “worse” at first, and why business model innovation, not just technology, creates category leaders. Omar also shares practical exercises to help you spot untapped opportunities in your own space, plus lessons from building his own software company.If you want to avoid getting left behind and build a business that is future-proofed, hit play now! This lesson will steer you towards building what’s next in your industry.Discover all our must-read book reviews at https://100mba.net/bookreviews.Watch the episodes on YouTube: https://lm.fm/GgRPPHiSUBSCRIBEYouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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