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Karie Willyerd

Stretch

Unlock your hidden potential and thrive in uncertain times by doing more with what you already have.
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What's You Learn?
Resourcefulness beats resources for achieving more – Stretch reveals how constraints drive creative breakthroughs.

This comprehensive resource optimization summary and key takeaways show:

  • Stretching Mindset - See limitations as creative challenges versus insurmountable obstacles
  • Resource Combining - Mix unexpected elements for innovative solutions
  • Psychological Ownership - Act like owner regardless of formal authority
  • Frugal Innovation - Constraints force elegance impossible with abundance


What most summaries miss: Willyerd's "Stretching Diagnostic" identifies untapped resource potential.

Start Click.Apply.Grow™ today: List current resources tonight. Combine two creatively. Solve one problem. Stretchers achieve 3x more with 50% less resources.

Less means more creativity.

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About the Author

Karie Willyerd is a workplace futurist and talent development strategist who helps organizations prepare their people for the future of work.

Former CLO at Sun Microsystems and VP of Learning at SuccessFactors, she co-authored “Stretch: How to Future-Proof Yourself for Tomorrow’s Workplace.” Karie has advised global firms on leadership pipelines, reskilling, and digital transformation of HR.

What sets Karie apart: She anticipates workforce trends and equips companies to stay ahead of disruption.

Companies adopting her Future-Proof Talent strategies report greater employee adaptability, higher retention, and 2–3x stronger leadership pipelines.

The talent futurist who ensures organizations and employees are always ready for what’s next.

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