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Yes, there are several examples of successful innovators who managed to change perceptions without having high status. One such example is Steve Jobs, who was a college dropout but managed to revolutionize the tech industry with his innovative ideas. Another example is Elon Musk, who despite not having a background in aerospace engineering, has made significant strides in space exploration with SpaceX.
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After years overseas Medina has little status back in the U.S. She had not been able to prove herself to her colleagues, so they did not give her ideas any credence. If you want to influence others, you first have to earn their respect. Medina was trying to exercise power—getting a new idea accepted—without having the status to back it up.
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Learn how innovators and original thinkers across time developed their novel ideas, mitigated risks, persuaded others, and changed the way we all see...
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