Organizations often use training, facilitation, and workshops interchangeably, despite their very different effects on employees and outcomes. This article explains how each approach works, what research shows about their impact, and how leaders can choose the right method for their organizational challenges.

Innovation rarely fails because of weak ideas. It fails earlier, when teams lack shared problem definition, psychological safety, and decision clarity. Drawing on established innovation and organizational research, this article explains why most innovation efforts stall before they begin.