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Cake on Tuesday: 25 Lessons to Unlock Corporate Innovation
Cake on Tuesday is a profound exploration of leadership, innovation, and personal growth. Drawing from her experience developing Webex Hologram, Elizabeth Bieniek explores the intricacies of innovation and leadership, offering valuable insights for aspiring innovators.
Bieniek advocates for the power of disagreement, emphasizing the need for diverse perspectives to foster innovation. She covers topics such as the importance of going outside one's comfort zone and seeking inspiration beyond familiar boundaries. Bieniek encourages readers to embrace curiosity, ask questions, and engage with diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. She reflects on her childhood mantra of "go outside" as a metaphor for venturing beyond conventional thinking.
Bieniek also writes about how finding an "angel in the marble" signifies identifying unconventional opportunities and technologies that can disrupt existing norms. Bieniek shares her journey of exploring augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) and its profound impact on remote collaboration. She emphasizes the need to be eccentric and genuine in pursuing one's vision and encourages intrapreneurs like herself to continuously adapt and empower their teams.
Cake on Tuesday has five main parts, each addressing a crucial aspect of Bieniek’s innovative journey. In the first part, "Starting is Hard," Bieniek emphasizes the importance of being disagreeable, going outside one's comfort zone, finding uniqueness, and embracing simplicity. She advocates for having a plan while remaining open to change. Moving into "Set Your Idea in Motion," the second part, Bieniek delves into the significance of audience awareness, minimizing obstacles, and the necessity of strategic hiring. She encourages adaptability, interpretation, and meticulous planning in leadership and operations.
The third part, "Add Oil and Reduce Friction," explores creating a decisive culture, understanding momentum, empowering teams, and effective communication. Bieniek emphasizes celebrating achievements and the role of leaders as coaches rather than obstacles. "Leading Through the Barren Middle," the fourth part, discusses persistence, decision-making in challenging phases, and the importance of shielding and protecting the team. Bieniek advises against complacency, highlighting the need to understand why strategies work and to protect the organizational culture.
The final part, "Insights from the Rearview Mirror," reflects on facing rejection, finding mentors, maintaining self-preservation, playing the long game, and deriving value from every experience. Bieniek concludes by highlighting the significance of gratitude, the joy of problem-solving, and embracing the unknown.
Throughout Cake on Tuesday, Bieniek shares a series of personal anecdotes, practical tips, and a blend of philosophy and real-world experiences to create a comprehensive guide for leaders and innovators that helps them unlock the secrets to innovation.
Bieniek advocates for the power of disagreement, emphasizing the need for diverse perspectives to foster innovation. She covers topics such as the importance of going outside one's comfort zone and seeking inspiration beyond familiar boundaries. Bieniek encourages readers to embrace curiosity, ask questions, and engage with diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. She reflects on her childhood mantra of "go outside" as a metaphor for venturing beyond conventional thinking.
Bieniek also writes about how finding an "angel in the marble" signifies identifying unconventional opportunities and technologies that can disrupt existing norms. Bieniek shares her journey of exploring augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) and its profound impact on remote collaboration. She emphasizes the need to be eccentric and genuine in pursuing one's vision and encourages intrapreneurs like herself to continuously adapt and empower their teams.
Cake on Tuesday has five main parts, each addressing a crucial aspect of Bieniek’s innovative journey. In the first part, "Starting is Hard," Bieniek emphasizes the importance of being disagreeable, going outside one's comfort zone, finding uniqueness, and embracing simplicity. She advocates for having a plan while remaining open to change. Moving into "Set Your Idea in Motion," the second part, Bieniek delves into the significance of audience awareness, minimizing obstacles, and the necessity of strategic hiring. She encourages adaptability, interpretation, and meticulous planning in leadership and operations.
The third part, "Add Oil and Reduce Friction," explores creating a decisive culture, understanding momentum, empowering teams, and effective communication. Bieniek emphasizes celebrating achievements and the role of leaders as coaches rather than obstacles. "Leading Through the Barren Middle," the fourth part, discusses persistence, decision-making in challenging phases, and the importance of shielding and protecting the team. Bieniek advises against complacency, highlighting the need to understand why strategies work and to protect the organizational culture.
The final part, "Insights from the Rearview Mirror," reflects on facing rejection, finding mentors, maintaining self-preservation, playing the long game, and deriving value from every experience. Bieniek concludes by highlighting the significance of gratitude, the joy of problem-solving, and embracing the unknown.
Throughout Cake on Tuesday, Bieniek shares a series of personal anecdotes, practical tips, and a blend of philosophy and real-world experiences to create a comprehensive guide for leaders and innovators that helps them unlock the secrets to innovation.
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Published October 15, 2024
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February 7, 2025
Repetitive
I have read many books that are similar to this. I am not going to blast it because its not a bad book. Just to similar to many others I have read.
I have read many books that are similar to this. I am not going to blast it because its not a bad book. Just to similar to many others I have read.
October 8, 2024
Amazing read!
January 16, 2025
Cake on Tuesday" is an inspiring and practical guide to innovation and leadership. Drawing from her experiences, Elizabeth Bieniek emphasizes stepping out of comfort zones, embracing diverse perspectives, and finding opportunities in unconventional ways. The book's five sections cover everything from starting ideas and building momentum to navigating challenges and reflecting on lessons learned. Bieniek’s engaging writing blends personal anecdotes with actionable advice, making it a valuable read for leaders, innovators, and anyone seeking growth. Her focus on gratitude, resilience, and curiosity adds a motivational touch to this insightful book.
October 15, 2024
I got this as a free kindle edition giveaway from Goodreads. Now I don’t read a lot of these books anymore. I used to a lot when in the business management world. This is really well written and did not bore me to death which was a huge plus. Couple quotes I took from this book:
- I’ve never regretted having a well-thought-out plan, and two, nothing in life has ever gone according to my plan.
- Don’t mistake simple for easy.
- Regardless of your brilliance, no one gets everything right on the first try.
- A little bit of humility goes a long way.
- When people feel empowered and have ownership, their contributions can exceed your wildest expectations. So make room for their potential and allow them to thrive.
Overall a really good book and written well! Highly recommend!
- I’ve never regretted having a well-thought-out plan, and two, nothing in life has ever gone according to my plan.
- Don’t mistake simple for easy.
- Regardless of your brilliance, no one gets everything right on the first try.
- A little bit of humility goes a long way.
- When people feel empowered and have ownership, their contributions can exceed your wildest expectations. So make room for their potential and allow them to thrive.
Overall a really good book and written well! Highly recommend!
October 15, 2024
“Cake on Tuesday” book by Elizabeth Bieniek is so refreshingly direct and incredibly inspiring read for anyone passionate about innovation. It doesn’t matter if you're an intra-preneur working within a corporate structure or an entre-preneur blazing your own trail, like me.
Elizabeth’s writing is straightforward yet compelling, making this book a true page-turner. Her ability to capture the fast-paced, high-stakes world of product development—specifically her journey with the 🕶 Webex hologram project at Cisco—is nothing short of impressive. 🚀
As an innovation-focused tech founder myself, I met Elizabeth at the Technology Conference a couple of years ago. Her presentation at the conference was inspiring and we had a chance to strike up a conversation afterward. Since then, I have followed her impressive work, and we kept exchanging our experiences.
This book is the icing on the Tuesday cake, and it resonates with me on many levels.
Building a business from the ground up is full of challenges, and Elizabeth’s journey mirrors much of what I’ve experienced as an entrepreneur. One of the most striking insights from the book is her emphasis on knowing your audience. In innovation, it’s not just about creating something new—it’s about convincing others to see its value.
As Elizabeth asks, “Who are you trying to convince?” This is a question I find myself asking constantly, and it’s critical when trying to push forward a vision that others might not immediately understand.
➡ Her insights are relatable, practical, and, most importantly, deeply motivational for anyone navigating the often harsh world of innovation.
If you're in the field of innovation—whether you're building a company, leading a team, or developing new products—Cake on Tuesday is a must-read.
Elizabeth’s writing is straightforward yet compelling, making this book a true page-turner. Her ability to capture the fast-paced, high-stakes world of product development—specifically her journey with the 🕶 Webex hologram project at Cisco—is nothing short of impressive. 🚀
As an innovation-focused tech founder myself, I met Elizabeth at the Technology Conference a couple of years ago. Her presentation at the conference was inspiring and we had a chance to strike up a conversation afterward. Since then, I have followed her impressive work, and we kept exchanging our experiences.
This book is the icing on the Tuesday cake, and it resonates with me on many levels.
Building a business from the ground up is full of challenges, and Elizabeth’s journey mirrors much of what I’ve experienced as an entrepreneur. One of the most striking insights from the book is her emphasis on knowing your audience. In innovation, it’s not just about creating something new—it’s about convincing others to see its value.
As Elizabeth asks, “Who are you trying to convince?” This is a question I find myself asking constantly, and it’s critical when trying to push forward a vision that others might not immediately understand.
➡ Her insights are relatable, practical, and, most importantly, deeply motivational for anyone navigating the often harsh world of innovation.
If you're in the field of innovation—whether you're building a company, leading a team, or developing new products—Cake on Tuesday is a must-read.
February 23, 2025
A good book for all aspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders
Elizabeth Bieniek carefully knits this piece together from start to finish, highlighting and explaining the nitty-gritty of exploring innovative ideas. She understands too well that while many love to consume and admire innovative ideas, only a few truly understand what goes down under the surface to bring these ideas to life. Bieniek points out the need to have a clear vision and ensure your team is also aware of your vision before proceeding. For sure, the innovation journey is a bumpy ride and often not very clear. Hence, your vision serves as a driving force to your goals. As the founder of Webex Hologram, Bieniek advises those who are passionate about innovative ideas in the following words;
“…You shouldn’t execute until your team is crystal clear on your vision, your process and your culture and mobilized and empowered to go fast. And you can’t build a team until you have crafted and sold a clear vision. And you can’t craft a clear vision until you find your angel in the marble…”
Bieniek uses the phrase ‘Angel in the Marble’ to highlight unique opportunities and technologies that can trump existing norms. She also points out the need to continuously adapt to change and make positive adjustments to empower your team to succeed.
Cake on Tuesday: 25 Lessons to Unlock Corporate Innovation is divided into five parts that explain each step of Bieniek's innovative journey to success. I strongly recommend it.
Elizabeth Bieniek carefully knits this piece together from start to finish, highlighting and explaining the nitty-gritty of exploring innovative ideas. She understands too well that while many love to consume and admire innovative ideas, only a few truly understand what goes down under the surface to bring these ideas to life. Bieniek points out the need to have a clear vision and ensure your team is also aware of your vision before proceeding. For sure, the innovation journey is a bumpy ride and often not very clear. Hence, your vision serves as a driving force to your goals. As the founder of Webex Hologram, Bieniek advises those who are passionate about innovative ideas in the following words;
“…You shouldn’t execute until your team is crystal clear on your vision, your process and your culture and mobilized and empowered to go fast. And you can’t build a team until you have crafted and sold a clear vision. And you can’t craft a clear vision until you find your angel in the marble…”
Bieniek uses the phrase ‘Angel in the Marble’ to highlight unique opportunities and technologies that can trump existing norms. She also points out the need to continuously adapt to change and make positive adjustments to empower your team to succeed.
Cake on Tuesday: 25 Lessons to Unlock Corporate Innovation is divided into five parts that explain each step of Bieniek's innovative journey to success. I strongly recommend it.
January 22, 2025
Cake on Tuesday by Elizabeth Bieniek is a masterclass in innovation and leadership, offering readers a comprehensive toolkit for unlocking their creative potential. From her own journey developing Webex Hologram, Bieniek presents a wealth of lessons on stepping outside conventional thinking and embracing discomfort as a driver of change.
The five-part structure provides a clear roadmap, covering everything from starting a project to leading through challenges and reflecting on lessons learned. Bieniek’s emphasis on audience awareness, empowering teams, and celebrating achievements resonates strongly with leaders striving to build inclusive and innovative cultures.
The book’s blend of personal stories and actionable advice keeps readers engaged and motivated. Her thoughts on identifying the “angel in the marble” and finding value in rejection are particularly impactful. The insights into AR/VR and their applications for remote collaboration further showcase Bieniek’s forward-thinking approach.
Whether you’re a corporate leader, an entrepreneur, or simply someone with a big idea, Cake on Tuesday provides the inspiration and strategies to turn your vision into reality. It’s both an enjoyable and educational read, packed with wisdom and actionable insights.
The five-part structure provides a clear roadmap, covering everything from starting a project to leading through challenges and reflecting on lessons learned. Bieniek’s emphasis on audience awareness, empowering teams, and celebrating achievements resonates strongly with leaders striving to build inclusive and innovative cultures.
The book’s blend of personal stories and actionable advice keeps readers engaged and motivated. Her thoughts on identifying the “angel in the marble” and finding value in rejection are particularly impactful. The insights into AR/VR and their applications for remote collaboration further showcase Bieniek’s forward-thinking approach.
Whether you’re a corporate leader, an entrepreneur, or simply someone with a big idea, Cake on Tuesday provides the inspiration and strategies to turn your vision into reality. It’s both an enjoyable and educational read, packed with wisdom and actionable insights.
January 18, 2025
Cake on Tuesday by Elizabeth Bieniek is a thought-provoking exploration of corporate innovation, leadership, and personal growth. Drawing from her experiences, Elizabeth Bieniek emphasizes stepping out of comfort zones, embracing diverse perspectives, and finding opportunities in unconventional ways. The book's five sections cover everything from starting ideas and building momentum to navigating challenges and reflecting on lessons learned. Bieniek’s engaging writing blends personal anecdotes with actionable advice, making it a valuable read for leaders, innovators, and anyone seeking growth. The book delves into critical aspects, like starting bold ideas, empowering teams, and overcoming challenges, offering practical tools and thought-provoking philosophies. The book is particularly valuable for intrapreneurs—those working to innovate within larger organizations—and emphasizes the need for curiosity, collaboration, and embracing discomfort as keys to driving meaningful innovation. If you’re looking for a leadership guide rooted in real-world corporate experiences with a focus on innovation, Cake on Tuesday is an engaging and resourceful read.
February 12, 2025
Elizabeth Bieniek's "Cake on Tuesday" profoundly investigates corporate creativity, leadership, and personal development by drawing from the author's own vast experience in leading technologically innovative companies, including Webex Hologram. She presents 25 principles to guide readers in managing team dynamics, instilling creativity, and navigating challenges amid uncertainty.
Signs of the need for building diverse teams and a culture encouraging constructive conflict would release much energy for innovation in uncertain contexts. Bieniek provides an approach that balances pragmatism and theory to equip leaders with the skills needed to sail across complex settings without losing sight of keeping their teams motivated and united around shared goals.
Targeted heavily to the intraprenuers seeking to stimulate innovation in big companies, the book describes curiosity, collaboration, and confronting discomfort as crucial elements for effective innovation. "Cake on Tuesday" should be on the shelf of anyone looking for a leadership manual based on authentic corporate experience with a bent toward innovation.
Signs of the need for building diverse teams and a culture encouraging constructive conflict would release much energy for innovation in uncertain contexts. Bieniek provides an approach that balances pragmatism and theory to equip leaders with the skills needed to sail across complex settings without losing sight of keeping their teams motivated and united around shared goals.
Targeted heavily to the intraprenuers seeking to stimulate innovation in big companies, the book describes curiosity, collaboration, and confronting discomfort as crucial elements for effective innovation. "Cake on Tuesday" should be on the shelf of anyone looking for a leadership manual based on authentic corporate experience with a bent toward innovation.
November 16, 2024
Innovation comes from alternatives and unconventional ways to do things. Having the chance to learn from Elizabeth Bieniek’s life and her perspective on bringing ideas to life with creativity and a focus on leadership is inspiring. She invites the reader to think outside the box, challenge traditional ways of doing things, and provide unconventional solutions. What I really enjoyed about this book is the constant encouragement to seek solutions and find inspiration beyond the usual methods. I recognize that accepting the invitation to step out of my comfort zone cultivated a mindset of curiosity and embarked me on a journey of experimentation. After offering advice for individuals, the author also provides innovative strategies for teams to build stronger, more creative groups.
If you’re tired of the same solutions, feel stuck with your ideas, or want to develop new ideas or solutions, this is the book that can help you through activities, tips, and strategies to unlock your best potential in unconventional ways.
If you’re tired of the same solutions, feel stuck with your ideas, or want to develop new ideas or solutions, this is the book that can help you through activities, tips, and strategies to unlock your best potential in unconventional ways.
January 19, 2025
This book takes a deep dive into the often-overlooked yet critical aspects of innovation, starting from the hardest step—getting started. It provides a structured approach to building something new, emphasizing the importance of crafting a clear vision, understanding processes, and shaping a strong culture before jumping into execution. The narrative is both practical and motivating, making it a guide for anyone eager to bring bold ideas to life.
What struck me the most was the focus on questioning conventional wisdom and the unapologetic embrace of being disagreeable to challenge the status quo. The author’s anecdote about questioning strategic planning processes demonstrates how a single disagreement can lead to groundbreaking ideas. I particularly enjoyed how the book dismantles the excuse of "the way we've always done it," highlighting the need for constant evolution in our methods and approaches. It’s a compelling reminder that innovation isn’t just about new ideas but about fostering a mindset that thrives on curiosity, resilience, and change.
What struck me the most was the focus on questioning conventional wisdom and the unapologetic embrace of being disagreeable to challenge the status quo. The author’s anecdote about questioning strategic planning processes demonstrates how a single disagreement can lead to groundbreaking ideas. I particularly enjoyed how the book dismantles the excuse of "the way we've always done it," highlighting the need for constant evolution in our methods and approaches. It’s a compelling reminder that innovation isn’t just about new ideas but about fostering a mindset that thrives on curiosity, resilience, and change.
January 22, 2025
Elizabeth Bieniek’s Cake on Tuesday is a refreshingly practical and engaging exploration of what it takes to be an innovative leader. With her unique perspective on corporate leadership and innovation, Bieniek provides 25 lessons that are not only insightful but also applicable to real-world scenarios.
The book dives deep into topics such as leveraging disagreement for growth, embracing curiosity, and finding opportunities in unconventional places. The author’s focus on AR/VR and its role in remote collaboration adds a modern and forward-thinking layer to her advice.
Bieniek’s personal anecdotes and philosophical approach make this more than just a business book—it’s a manual for creative problem-solving and resilience. Her advice on empowering teams and reducing friction in operations is particularly valuable for leaders navigating today’s fast-paced, ever-changing work environments.
This book is a must-read for those who want to lead with authenticity, embrace innovation, and turn challenges into opportunities.
The book dives deep into topics such as leveraging disagreement for growth, embracing curiosity, and finding opportunities in unconventional places. The author’s focus on AR/VR and its role in remote collaboration adds a modern and forward-thinking layer to her advice.
Bieniek’s personal anecdotes and philosophical approach make this more than just a business book—it’s a manual for creative problem-solving and resilience. Her advice on empowering teams and reducing friction in operations is particularly valuable for leaders navigating today’s fast-paced, ever-changing work environments.
This book is a must-read for those who want to lead with authenticity, embrace innovation, and turn challenges into opportunities.
January 22, 2025
Cake on Tuesday is an inspiring and practical guide to leadership and innovation. Elizabeth Bieniek draws on her experience with Webex Hologram to deliver actionable lessons for fostering creativity, navigating challenges, and driving meaningful change in the corporate world.
The book’s structure, divided into five distinct sections, makes it easy to follow Bieniek’s journey from sparking ideas to executing them effectively. Her insights into stepping outside your comfort zone, embracing diverse perspectives, and questioning the status quo are incredibly valuable for aspiring innovators and leaders.
What makes this book stand out is Bieniek’s ability to blend personal stories with actionable advice. Her reflections on topics like the "angel in the marble" and leveraging AR/VR for collaboration are both thought-provoking and inspiring. Whether you’re an intrapreneur, entrepreneur, or someone looking to think differently in your career, this book equips you with the mindset and tools to succeed.
The book’s structure, divided into five distinct sections, makes it easy to follow Bieniek’s journey from sparking ideas to executing them effectively. Her insights into stepping outside your comfort zone, embracing diverse perspectives, and questioning the status quo are incredibly valuable for aspiring innovators and leaders.
What makes this book stand out is Bieniek’s ability to blend personal stories with actionable advice. Her reflections on topics like the "angel in the marble" and leveraging AR/VR for collaboration are both thought-provoking and inspiring. Whether you’re an intrapreneur, entrepreneur, or someone looking to think differently in your career, this book equips you with the mindset and tools to succeed.
February 12, 2025
Entering the unknown since this book gives much thought to the oft-ignored yet critical aspects of innovation, converging on the hardest step-getting started. It offers an operational process for constructing something new, stressing the need of having a clear vision, understanding processes, and creating a solid culture before executing. It is practical and inspiring, a handbook for everybody wishing to put into action an audacious idea.
One element that captured my attention was the whole focus on questioning the conventional wisdom and the unapologetic need to disagree in order to provide credence to one's vision against-the-grain challenge. The author recalls questioning strategic planning processes for how a single counter-opinion could be the genesis of grand thoughts. I quite liked how the book eliminates the excuse of "the way we've always done it" and talks about the need to evolve our methods and approaches all the time. It reminds us that innovation is not just about new ideas but about nurturing a culture filled with inquisitiveness, persistence, and adaptation.
One element that captured my attention was the whole focus on questioning the conventional wisdom and the unapologetic need to disagree in order to provide credence to one's vision against-the-grain challenge. The author recalls questioning strategic planning processes for how a single counter-opinion could be the genesis of grand thoughts. I quite liked how the book eliminates the excuse of "the way we've always done it" and talks about the need to evolve our methods and approaches all the time. It reminds us that innovation is not just about new ideas but about nurturing a culture filled with inquisitiveness, persistence, and adaptation.
February 21, 2025
This book is full of valuable ideas about leading and being creative in professional life but I think this is not limited to the professional carrier even useful in personal life. The author add her personal experience which makes it more interesting and easy to understand.
One of my favourite part about this book is author encourages to step outside their comfort zones. And the part which I relate the most is when she mentioned the disagreement with - same thing has to be done the same way as it is. I always think why we have to follow the same path, if we don’t think beyond that we are not able to find the new approach and ideas to the same old thing. The author explains this in very beautiful way that anyone can understand that.
She also explains that we have to believe in our vision, if we doubt then no one is going to believe on that. Once we have a trust on our vision then we have to stick with that that’s the first step towards the goal. What I really enjoyed about this book is the constant encouragement to seek solutions and find inspiration beyond the usual methods.
Their is lots of thing to learn and implement in the professional and personal life to unlock their innovative potential.
One of my favourite part about this book is author encourages to step outside their comfort zones. And the part which I relate the most is when she mentioned the disagreement with - same thing has to be done the same way as it is. I always think why we have to follow the same path, if we don’t think beyond that we are not able to find the new approach and ideas to the same old thing. The author explains this in very beautiful way that anyone can understand that.
She also explains that we have to believe in our vision, if we doubt then no one is going to believe on that. Once we have a trust on our vision then we have to stick with that that’s the first step towards the goal. What I really enjoyed about this book is the constant encouragement to seek solutions and find inspiration beyond the usual methods.
Their is lots of thing to learn and implement in the professional and personal life to unlock their innovative potential.
November 15, 2024
Amazing book
From this book, I learned much more than any diploma or course on innovation has ever taught me.
I loved this guide because it offers timely and clear lessons on how to foster innovation within a company. Throughout the book, the theme of having a more creative, flexible approach and making small changes with an open mind that can generate big changes and breakthroughs within your company is very apparent.
Personally, I work in a family business that is used to doing things and working the old way. Honestly, we were falling by the wayside and since we started to apply these interdisciplinary strategies, failure management and continuous learning, we started to see improvements immediately.
I recommend this book to all professionals, leaders and entrepreneurs who want to transform the organizational culture with innovation through agile and experimental practices.
From this book, I learned much more than any diploma or course on innovation has ever taught me.
I loved this guide because it offers timely and clear lessons on how to foster innovation within a company. Throughout the book, the theme of having a more creative, flexible approach and making small changes with an open mind that can generate big changes and breakthroughs within your company is very apparent.
Personally, I work in a family business that is used to doing things and working the old way. Honestly, we were falling by the wayside and since we started to apply these interdisciplinary strategies, failure management and continuous learning, we started to see improvements immediately.
I recommend this book to all professionals, leaders and entrepreneurs who want to transform the organizational culture with innovation through agile and experimental practices.
November 12, 2024
The author of this book has a wealth of experience in various areas of the business world. She discusses such concepts as VR and AR and their potential impact on remote collaboration. She also talks about how eccentricity and thinking outside the box can be beneficial to you if you’re interested in starting your own company or allowing it to reach its full potential.
There are five main sections of the book, each one detailing strategies for going from someone with an idea to the head of an empire. The author uses brevity and wit to break down the walls of conventional advice you might hear in similar business-oriented strategy books. Ultimately, this is a fun and informative literary experience that should be required reading for CEOs, business owners, and anyone who has an idea for a company but isn’t sure how to fund it or get it off the ground.
There are five main sections of the book, each one detailing strategies for going from someone with an idea to the head of an empire. The author uses brevity and wit to break down the walls of conventional advice you might hear in similar business-oriented strategy books. Ultimately, this is a fun and informative literary experience that should be required reading for CEOs, business owners, and anyone who has an idea for a company but isn’t sure how to fund it or get it off the ground.
February 8, 2025
The title in itself dragged my attention to its link to the contextual aspect presented by the author Elizabeth Bieniek, but her simple story bakes a culture with multiple layers of leadership, innovation and grit.
With the book divided over 5 parts and 25 lessons, each of them starts with a relevant quote, preparing you with what that lesson beholds. Filled with leadership ideas and inspiration, the book allows you to break the shackles of your comfort zone and adapt to the changing environment by looking out of the box and pushing the limits.
My favourite lesson was 23rd Lesson - protect yourself where banking on oneself is the best long term investment, thereby ensuring the highest ROI and significant reflection. The book turns out to be a go-getter for someone who feels lost and seeks to get back in the game with creativity and innovative thoughts.
With the book divided over 5 parts and 25 lessons, each of them starts with a relevant quote, preparing you with what that lesson beholds. Filled with leadership ideas and inspiration, the book allows you to break the shackles of your comfort zone and adapt to the changing environment by looking out of the box and pushing the limits.
My favourite lesson was 23rd Lesson - protect yourself where banking on oneself is the best long term investment, thereby ensuring the highest ROI and significant reflection. The book turns out to be a go-getter for someone who feels lost and seeks to get back in the game with creativity and innovative thoughts.
February 9, 2025
Want to build something amazing, but don't know where to start or how to keep going when things get tough? This book breaks down the entire process into manageable stages, offering actionable advice and relatable insights. You should read this book if you're feeling overwhelmed by the initial challenges of starting something new. It will give you the courage to be different. Here, you'll find strategies for staying focused, supporting your team, and making smart decisions, pitching your project, funding it etc.
Beyond practical tips, this book offers a mindset shift. It emphasizes the importance of learning from both successes and failures, seeking guidance from mentors, and playing the long game. And above all, remember to celebrate your team. Celebrate them often, not just your wins. Their dedication is the true source of your success.
Beyond practical tips, this book offers a mindset shift. It emphasizes the importance of learning from both successes and failures, seeking guidance from mentors, and playing the long game. And above all, remember to celebrate your team. Celebrate them often, not just your wins. Their dedication is the true source of your success.
February 11, 2025
Elizabeth Bieniek’s Cake on Tuesday was an eye-opener for me I’ve read plenty of books on leadership but this one stood out because of its emphasis on embracing disagreement and seeking unconventional ideas .,The concept of finding the angel in the marble really resonated with me seeing potential where others see nothing is such a powerful lesson I also loved how she uses personal experiences to make her points making the book feel more like a conversation than a lecture Her insights on persistence and protecting a team during tough times were especially valuable for me as a manager It’s not just about leading it’s about creating a space where people can thrive After finishing this book I felt inspired to challenge my own perspectives and take more risks in my professional journey..
November 12, 2024
Let's get uncomfortable
In this book, called Cake on Tuesday, we can find some guidelines that help us to innovate in companies, something that caught my attention and that is something I have always agreed with is that, in order to generate an innovative change in any company, it is necessary to make a stop along the way to not stay immersed in the day to day so that we can see and analyze the processes susceptible to change.
The author also talks about getting out of the comfort zone; in my opinion, it is something very important, it is necessary to break with schemes, to teach the team to be critical, the difficult thing is that it is a matter of organizational culture.
Persistence will always triumph over obstacles.
In this book, called Cake on Tuesday, we can find some guidelines that help us to innovate in companies, something that caught my attention and that is something I have always agreed with is that, in order to generate an innovative change in any company, it is necessary to make a stop along the way to not stay immersed in the day to day so that we can see and analyze the processes susceptible to change.
The author also talks about getting out of the comfort zone; in my opinion, it is something very important, it is necessary to break with schemes, to teach the team to be critical, the difficult thing is that it is a matter of organizational culture.
Persistence will always triumph over obstacles.
November 14, 2024
“Cake on Tuesday” by Elizabeth Bieniek is a book that surprised me and one that I found fascinating, because I think it combines leadership, innovation and personal growth very well. Through her 25 lessons, Bieniek shares valuable experiences and reflections, which were very useful to me in my role as a businesswoman. I was surprised by the clarity with which she addresses complex topics such as the importance of leaving one's comfort zone, the diversity of perspectives, and curiosity as a driver of innovation. Without a doubt, this book has been an important source for my personal and professional growth. It is an inspiring and useful read for leaders, entrepreneurs and anyone interested in supporting innovation within their company. Recommended book.
November 14, 2024
A Book for innovators
In this book, Elizabeth Bieniek shares her knowledge and experiences on topics such as innovation, leadership and others. She draws attention to how she leads the innovator to think about his idea and take it out of his comfort zone and thus be able to exploit it better.
It gives a different approach to disagreement, which allows for an exchange of ideas and concepts that can result in a different way of doing innovation.
Cake on Tuesday, in 124 pages and 25 steps written in a clear and concise way, offers the reader ideas on how to drive innovation, how to lead teams, how to solve problems, and how to catch customers, among others.
It is a book recommended for innovators who want to give a different touch to their idea.
In this book, Elizabeth Bieniek shares her knowledge and experiences on topics such as innovation, leadership and others. She draws attention to how she leads the innovator to think about his idea and take it out of his comfort zone and thus be able to exploit it better.
It gives a different approach to disagreement, which allows for an exchange of ideas and concepts that can result in a different way of doing innovation.
Cake on Tuesday, in 124 pages and 25 steps written in a clear and concise way, offers the reader ideas on how to drive innovation, how to lead teams, how to solve problems, and how to catch customers, among others.
It is a book recommended for innovators who want to give a different touch to their idea.
November 15, 2024
Innovation and leadership in corporate settings is what this book is about, Elizabeth Bieniek has written a useful toolkit every business leader should read. This book really caught my attention after a conversation I had with some friends. As they said and I learned in this book, it helps you to build a constructive culture that fosters curiosity and innovation, inviting every collaborator to uncover groundbreaking ideas, have disagreements, and have different perspectives on any topic. This can help business leaders embrace ambiguity and build stronger teams to achieve even higher objectives and goals. What I liked the most of this book is how Bieniek uses personal experiences, stories, and insights to support her ideas, which gives even more credibility to this book.
November 15, 2024
A constant fear that I have in my company is not taking advantage of all the virtues that have the innovations that are appearing every day in different areas, the fact of feeling safe with any process or definition gives me panic, so I love this book. I found it interesting from start to finish, I think it has a lot of relevant information not only about leadership, but also motivates you to be curious, to ask the necessary questions to not stay in your safe zone and to learn to face diversity from a different perspective, more open and receptive perspective. I think I will recommend this book to my employees and friends, because it opened my mind a lot and helped me to see the way forward in my business.
February 9, 2025
There's one particular chapter which has stuck with me is ALWAYS HAVE A PLAN AND ALWAYS BE WILLING TO CHANGE IT.
The author emphasizes the importance of planning, even though plans rarely survive intact. A well-thought-out plan provides direction and makes adaptation easier. Having a plan is crucial for securing resources and support, as demonstrated by the detailed proposals that led to Webex Hologram's development. However, being adaptable and willing to revise the plan based on new information is equally vital. The author stresses that no plan is ever truly "final," but rather a constantly evolving document that should be kept current. Success comes not just from planning, but from the ability to adjust and pivot as needed.
This will help me be flexible with my plans.
The author emphasizes the importance of planning, even though plans rarely survive intact. A well-thought-out plan provides direction and makes adaptation easier. Having a plan is crucial for securing resources and support, as demonstrated by the detailed proposals that led to Webex Hologram's development. However, being adaptable and willing to revise the plan based on new information is equally vital. The author stresses that no plan is ever truly "final," but rather a constantly evolving document that should be kept current. Success comes not just from planning, but from the ability to adjust and pivot as needed.
This will help me be flexible with my plans.
February 10, 2025
This book is a guide to creating something new, like a business or a project. It walks you through the tough early stages, stressing the importance of thinking differently, knowing your purpose, and being flexible. Then it talks about taking action: getting noticed, building a good team, and setting up clear ways of working. It also covers how to make things run smoothly and grow, by communicating well and empowering your team. The book acknowledges the inevitable struggles and reminds you to keep going, support your team, and make wise choices. Finally, it encourages you to learn from everything, even setbacks, find mentors, take care of yourself, and think long-term. It's a practical and inspiring guide for anyone trying to build something from scratch.
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February 10, 2025
Indeed, Cake on Tuesday by Elizabeth Bieniek is an internal journey into the soul of innovation and leadership. What struck my heart into fascination was how she championed disagreement as the birth facilitated from which innovative ideas could emerge.The discovery of how remotely collaboration is affected by AR/VR was informative and realistic.
This book does not act as a self-help book but acts as a guide for those who want to be original and different with respect to their innovative minds. The personal experiences fused with practical advice bring real-life touch along with inspiration from reading this book. Great read for everyone aspiring to trigger the innovative potential within them.
This book does not act as a self-help book but acts as a guide for those who want to be original and different with respect to their innovative minds. The personal experiences fused with practical advice bring real-life touch along with inspiration from reading this book. Great read for everyone aspiring to trigger the innovative potential within them.
February 12, 2025
I picked up Cake on Tuesday expecting a typical business book but it turned out to be so much more Bieniek doesn’t just talk about leadership she shows it through her experiences making the lessons feel real and applicable One of my favorite takeaways was how she encourages people to step outside their comfort zones and embrace curiosity It made me rethink how I approach problem solving and creativity in my work. I also appreciated her honesty about the struggles of innovation it’s not always smooth sailing and she doesn’t sugarcoat that reality The way she breaks down leadership into different phases made it easy to digest and apply By the time I turned the last page i felt a renewed sense of motivation to push my ideas forward and take bolder steps in my career..
February 13, 2025
What I loved most about Cake on Tuesday is how practical it is Some leadership books are filled with abstract ideas but Bieniek provides clear actionable advice Her chapter on reducing friction in an organization was a game changer for me it helped me rethink how I communicate with my team The idea of leaders acting as coaches instead of roadblocks stuck with me and I have already started applying it at work. The book also touches on selfpreservation which I found particularly insightful Leadership can be exhaustings and knowing when to step back is just as important as pushing forward.After finishing the book I felt more confident in my ability to lead and adapt even in difficult situations.
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