The Innovator's Dilemma: When New Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail episode artwork

EPISODE · Aug 26, 2025 · 25 MIN

The Innovator's Dilemma: When New Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail

from Read Between The Lines · host Clayton M. Christensen

What if doing everything right is the fastest way to fail? In his groundbreaking classic, The Innovator's Dilemma, Clayton M. Christensen reveals the terrifying paradox of modern business: great companies often collapse precisely because they listen to their customers and invest in profitable, proven products. This essential read explains how "disruptive innovations" emerge to topple industry giants who never saw it coming. It’s not just a book—it’s a survival guide for anyone navigating a world where today’s market leader can become tomorrow’s cautionary tale.

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Aug 26, 2025

Embed this episode

NOW PLAYING

The Innovator's Dilemma: When New Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail

0:00 25:26

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Read Between The Lines?

This episode is 25 minutes long.

When was this Read Between The Lines episode published?

This episode was published on August 26, 2025.

Is there a transcript available for this episode?

Yes, a full transcript is available for this episode. You can read the complete transcript on the episode page.

Can I download this Read Between The Lines episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!